Anthony Jackson (musician)

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Anthony Jackson
Jackson in 2007 playing a Contrabass Guitar
Background information
Birth name	Anthony Claiborne Jackson
Born	(1952-06-23) June 23, 1952 (age 72) New York City, USA
Genres	Jazz, jazz fusion, R&B, funk
Occupation(s)	Musician
Instrument(s)	Bass guitar
Years active	1970–present

Anthony Jackson (born June 23, 1952) is an American bassist. Described as "one of the masters of the instrument",^[1] he has performed as a session musician and live artist. He is also credited with the development of the modern six-string bass, which he refers to as a contrabass guitar.