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No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Anthony Jackson’s Legacy Remembered at #4
2025 Reader Favorites

No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Anthony Jackson’s Legacy Remembered at #4

Anthony Jackson is remembered at No. 4 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list following an outpouring of tributes from the bass community.

Bass of the Week: Fodera Anthony Jackson Presentation II – Honoring a Legacy of Innovation
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: Fodera Anthony Jackson Presentation II – Honoring a Legacy of Innovation

Fodera’s Anthony Jackson Presentation II showcases the late bassist’s pursuit of perfection, featuring innovative design, custom hardware, and timeless tone.

A Farewell to Anthony Jackson: His Unforgettable Bass Work on “Desire” with Hiromi
Bass Videos

A Farewell to Anthony Jackson: His Unforgettable Bass Work on “Desire” with Hiromi

This live performance of “Desire” with Hiromi’s Trio Project shows Anthony Jackson at his best, commanding and inventive as ever.

Farewell to Anthony Jackson, One of the Most Influential Bassists of All Time – RIP AJ
In Memoriam

Farewell to Anthony Jackson, One of the Most Influential Bassists of All Time – RIP AJ

Anthony Jackson pushed the boundaries of the electric bass and anchored iconic recordings across genres. We remember his unmatched voice in low-end.

For the Love of Anthony Jackson: Bass Icons Unite for a Historic Benefit Concert
Events

For the Love of Anthony Jackson: Bass Icons Unite for a Historic Benefit Concert

Bassists and music greats unite for "For the Love of Anthony," a special benefit concert honoring Anthony Jackson. See the lineup and how to support.

Berklee Announces the 2024 Spring Bass Bash
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Berklee Announces the 2024 Spring Bass Bash

Boston will be rumbling on March 26th with a bass event of epic proportions. Berklee’s Spring Bass Bash will feature a veritable Mount Rushmore of bassists, including Stanley Clarke, Marcus Miller, Victor Wooten, Steve Bailey, and Anthony Jackson.

From the Bottom: Breaking Down Anthony Jackson’s Bass Line on “Where’s Mumphrey”
From the Bottom

From the Bottom: Breaking Down Anthony Jackson’s Bass Line on “Where’s Mumphrey”

In this episode, Paul Thompson dissects his favorite Anthony Jackson track and the musical game that ensues between the genius musicians of Eyewitness.

Julia Hofer: Our Love’s in Danger
Bass Videos

Julia Hofer: Our Love’s in Danger

Julia Hofer is back with another excellent cover and transcription video. In this one, Julia grooves Anthony Jackson’s work on Chaka Khan’s “Our Love’s in Danger” from the 1980 album, “Naughty.”

Berklee Bass Department Announces Paul Jackson Tribute Webinar
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Berklee Bass Department Announces Paul Jackson Tribute Webinar

Paul Jackson’s passing on March 18th sent shockwaves through the music community. Now a staggering list of his musical compatriots will be remembering him in a live webinar hosted by the Berklee Bass Department.

Andy Robertson Publishes “The Artistry of Anthony Jackson”
Sheet Music & Instruction

Andy Robertson Publishes “The Artistry of Anthony Jackson”

Anthony Jackson’s incredible bass playing is the subject of a new transcription book called “The Artistry of Anthony Jackson”. Written by Andy Robertson, it offers ten detailed transcriptions of the six-string pioneer’s bass lines.

Steve Bailey and Victor Wooten Host Chick Corea Tribute Webinar
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Steve Bailey and Victor Wooten Host Chick Corea Tribute Webinar

The world lost one of its best musicians this month when Chick Corea passed away from cancer at 79 years old. Now, the Berklee Bass Department is paying tribute to him with a webinar called “Chick Corea: Rhythm, Life, and Melody”.

Bailey, Wooten, and Patitucci to Host Free “Giants of Bass” Webinar
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Bailey, Wooten, and Patitucci to Host Free “Giants of Bass” Webinar

They’re doing it again! Steve Bailey, Victor Wooten, and John Patitucci are hosting a webinar on Thursday. This time they’ll be chatting with five giants of the bass: Ron Carter, Stanley Clarke, Steve Swallow, Anthony Jackson, and Christian McBride.