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Jaco

The Extraordinary and Tragic Life of Jaco Pastorius

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By: Bill Milkowski
Narrated by: Michael Butler Murray
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A fitting tribute to the troubled genius who revolutionized electric bass playing and bridged the gaps between jazz, R&B, rock, and funk.

From his early days in R&B club bands through his international stardom with fusion group Weather Report and on to his solo career and tragic death at age 35, this book portrays the life and music of Jaco Pastorius, the self-proclaimed "world's greatest bass player". This special anniversary edition features new interviews with Jaco's childhood friends, prominent bass players of Jaco's era and afterward, and girlfriend Teresa Nagell, who was with Jaco in the last few years of his life. Some incidents from the first edition have been further researched and expanded to become full chapters.

©2005 Bill Milkowski (P)2020 Tantor Entertainment & Celebrities History & Criticism Music

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I am a new bass player and see Jaco’s name thrown out everywhere. I got this book to learn about the man, myth,legend. Well written.

Fascinating story of rising fame and and fall.

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one of the best autobiography I have listen to in a long time has definitely gave me a new appreciation to the bass guitar and that there's no limits to what u can do with it

awesome

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the ultimate must for any jazz head! excellent story and insight about the genius bassist, jaco

highly recommended

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First off a huge shoutout to the reader- who's voice-over work on this book is sometimes as nuanced as Jaco's bass playing.

The author knew Jaco firsthand and the love, concern, and compassion he shows for our main character shines brightly throughout

...which brings us to the story itself....

Buckle up, it's a rough ride.

Don't Do Drugs, Kids

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His breakout album was my first of his and man I was so humbled trying to learn his stuff. I bought a live album next Invitation and America🇺🇸 was on there when you tube came out a whole mother avenue to Appreciate him, watching the weather report and other videos are nice to have.

Jaco was a part of my life from a young age

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I was truly able to get a glimpse off jaco… the man, human and musician. May he rest in peace💐

Very informative and welll done. Loved it

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