Steve Swallow

Steve Swallow (born October 4, 1940) is an American jazz bassist and composer, known for his collaborations with Jimmy Giuffre, Gary Burton, and Carla Bley. He was one of the first jazz double bassists to switch entirely to electric bass guitar.

Steve Swallow
Steve Swallow, Moers Festival, Moers, Germany, 2012
Background information
Born (1940-10-04) October 4, 1940
Fair Lawn, New Jersey, U.S.
Genres
Occupation(s)Musician, composer, educator
Instrument(s)Electric bass guitar, double bass
Years active1960–present
LabelsPalmetto, RCA, Atlantic, WATT, Blue Note, Winter & Winter, Verve, Impulse!
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