Steve Swallow is an American jazz bassist and composer renowned for his work with the electric bass, a relatively unusual choice in jazz when he began his career. Born on October 4, 1940, Swallow started on piano and trumpet before switching to double bass and eventually to electric bass in the 1960s. He is known for his collaborations with many jazz greats, including saxophonist Stan Getz, pianist Paul Bley, and vib
... MoreSteve Swallow is an American jazz bassist and composer renowned for his work with the electric bass, a relatively unusual choice in jazz when he began his career. Born on October 4, 1940, Swallow started on piano and trumpet before switching to double bass and eventually to electric bass in the 1960s. He is known for his collaborations with many jazz greats, including saxophonist Stan Getz, pianist Paul Bley, and vibraphonist Gary Burton. Swallow was one of the early adopters of the electric bass in jazz, contributing to its acceptance as a legitimate instrument in the genre.
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