Top ten jazz rock musicians

Vincent Peter "Vinnie" Colaiuta (born February 5, 1956) is an American drummer known for his versatility and technical prowess. Throughout his career, he has played with a wide array of artists across various genres, making him one of the most sought-after session drummers in the world.

Stanley Clarke, bassist supreme, was born on June 30, 1951, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He showed an early interest in music, starting with the accordion before transitioning to the double bass. Clarke attended the Philadelphia Musical Academy (now the University of the Arts), where he honed his skills in classical bass.

Songs:

1. silly putty

Gear:

• Fender Jazz Bass

George Duke, keyboardist extraordinaire, was born on January 12, 1946, in San Rafael, California. He developed an early interest in music, starting piano lessons at age four. Duke's formal music education includes a bachelor's degree in trombone and composition from the San Francisco Conservatory of Music and a master's degree in composition from San Francisco State University.

Songs:

1. Brazilian Love Affair
2. Shine On

Joe Zawinul (1932-2007) was an Austrian-born keyboardist and composer, renowned for his pioneering work in jazz fusion. He co-founded the influential band Weather Report and collaborated with many jazz greats throughout his career. Zawinul's innovative use of synthesizers and electronic instruments revolutionized jazz music.

Songs:

1. Birdland
2. Mercy Mercy Mercy

Billy Cobham , arguably the best drummer in the World for decades, was born on May 16, 1944, in Colón, Panama. He moved to New York City with his family at the age of three. Cobham showed an early interest in percussion and attended the High School of Music & Art in New York City, followed by a stint in the U.S. Army Band during the Vietnam War.

John Francis Anthony "Jaco" Pastorius III, born on December 1, 1951, in Norristown, Pennsylvania, was an American jazz bassist, composer, and producer

Songs:

1. Portrait of Tracy
2. Continuum
3. Birdland

Gear:

• Fender Jazz Bass

Donald Fagen is an American musician, singer, and songwriter best known as the co-founder and lead vocalist of the band Steely Dan

Songs:

1. Peg
2. Josie
3. Reelin' in the years

Marcus Miller is an American jazz bassist, composer, and producer known for his exceptional talent and contributions to the jazz, R&B, and fusion genres. Born on June 14, 1959, in Brooklyn, New York, Miller has worked with numerous legendary artists and has a successful solo career. His innovative techniques and musical versatility have made him a prominent figure in the music industry.

Songs:

1. Tutu
2. Amandla
3. Free

Gear:

• Fender Jazz Bass

Jacob Collier, born on August 2, 1994, in London, England, is a highly acclaimed multi-instrumentalist, singer, and arranger known for his innovative use of harmony and rhythm. He is one of those rare musicians for whom the term genius actually applies. Collier gained fame through his unique YouTube videos, where he performed intricate arrangements of popular songs, leading to a successful career in music.

Songs:

1. Little Blue
2. Over You
3. Bridge over Troubled Water

Gear:

• Fender Jazz Bass

Miles Davis, born Miles Dewey Davis III on May 26, 1926, in Alton, Illinois, was a visionary American jazz trumpeter, bandleader, and composer. Widely considered one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century, Davis was a key figure in the development of several jazz subgenres, including bebop, cool jazz, hard bop, modal jazz, and jazz fusion. His innovative approach and relentless creativity left an indelible mark on the world of music.

Songs:

1. Right Off
2. Bitches Brew
3. Tutu