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Abraham Laboriel Sr.
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Larry Carlton once said,"There are
alot of great bass players in this world, but there
is one, and only one Abraham Laboriel."
This tribute best describes the unique
artistry of the Mexico City born virtuoso of the Bass
Guitar. To witness Abe play one immediately understands
that music is essentially about passion and he is truly
one of the most gifted interpreters.
Originally a classically trained guitarist,
Abraham infused his flamenco style on the bass guitar
when he made the transition to four strings at the Berklee
School of Music. Since the day that the late Henry Mancini
encouraged him to come to Los Angeles, Abe has played
on over 3000(!) recordings and soundtracks, prompting
Guitar Player to succinctly peg him as "...the most
widely used session bassist of our time." You have undoubtedly
heard the diversity of his contributions to recordings
by music's creme de la creme including:
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Abraham Laboriel Sr.
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Stevie Wonder, Robbie Robertson, Joe Zawinul,
George Benson, Barbara Streisand, Al Jarreau, Dave & Don
Gruisin, Elton John, Joe Sample, Dori Caymmi, Quincy Jones,
Justo Almario and Michael Jackson to name a few. He was also
a founding member of the internationally acclaimed fusion
groups Friendship and Koinonia.
Abraham's solo albums,"Dear Friends", "Guidum"
and "Justo & Abraham" are stunning collections of contemporary
urban and jazz originals that gather super talents from all
over the music industry such as: Steve Gadd, Alex Acuna, Al
Jarreau, Jim Keltner, Ernie Watts, Greg Mathieson, Paul Jackson
Jr., and Phillip Bailey.
Listen for Abe's amazing taste and virtuosity
on Spectrasonics Bass
Legends.
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