Jaco: The Extraordinary and Tragic Life of Jaco Pastorius
Jaco Pastorius was one of the most influential and innovative bass guitarists of all time. His unique playing style and groundbreaking techniques revolutionized the instrument and left a lasting impact on jazz and rock music.
4.6 out of 5
| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 4410 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Print length | : | 264 pages |
But behind the legend of Jaco Pastorius was a troubled man with a tragic life. He struggled with addiction, mental illness, and homelessness, and his personal demons ultimately led to his untimely death at the age of 35.
Jaco: The Extraordinary and Tragic Life of Jaco Pastorius by Bill Milkowski is the definitive biography of this enigmatic and talented musician. Based on extensive interviews with Pastorius's family, friends, and colleagues, the book paints a vivid and intimate portrait of the man behind the music.
Milkowski traces Pastorius's journey from his early days as a prodigy in Florida to his rise to stardom with Weather Report and his subsequent solo career. He explores the musician's struggles with addiction and mental illness, and the demons that ultimately drove him to self-destruction.
The book is a fascinating and heartbreaking account of a brilliant artist who was both celebrated and tormented by his own genius. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Jaco Pastorius, jazz music, or the human condition.
Reviews
"A thorough and compassionate biography of a flawed but brilliant musician." - The New York Times
"A moving and insightful portrait of one of the most important and tragic figures in jazz history." - The Washington Post
"A masterpiece of music biography." - DownBeat
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4.6 out of 5
| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 4410 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Print length | : | 264 pages |
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4.6 out of 5
| Language | : | English |
| File size | : | 4410 KB |
| Text-to-Speech | : | Enabled |
| Screen Reader | : | Supported |
| Word Wise | : | Enabled |
| Print length | : | 264 pages |
