Interview (print)

Guitar Player

1984-08

Cited statements (2)

'Bass is not the foundation. It is one voice in the conversation'

On his philosophy of what the bass should be in an ensemble.

Guitar Player
August 1984 cover story by Bill Milkowski
1984-08
Jaco Pastoriussaid by Jaco Pastorius

"I am the greatest bass player in the world."

Jaco repeated this line to bandstands and industry figures. A provocation or self-assertion — both at once.

Guitar Player
August 1984 cover story by Bill Milkowski
1984-08
Jaco Pastoriussaid by Jaco PastoriusJaco Pastoriusabout Jaco Pastorius