Anthony Jackson
- Type: Influential Sideman
- Country: United States
- Born: June 23, 1952 in New York City, New York, United States
- Died: October 19, 2025 in Staten Island, New York, United States
- Active: 1952 - 2025
Biography
Anthony Jackson was a Grammy-nominated American bassist and session musician revered for his profound impact on the electric bass. He is widely credited with pioneering the six-string bass, which he termed the 'contrabass guitar', fundamentally expanding the instrument's range and role. Jackson's innovative use of a pick and palm-muting, combined with his deep harmonic knowledge and flawless time, made him a first-call musician. His iconic bassline on *The O'Jays'* classic 'For the Love of Money' is legendary, and his extensive discography includes landmark recordings with artists like *Chaka Khan*, *Al Di Meola*, *Paul Simon*, and *Steely Dan*, cementing his status as a master of his craft.
Anthony Jackson Discography
- Trio in Tokyo (1999) - Album