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.

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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.

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