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John Francis

by Michael Manring

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In 2016 Nick Wells asked if I could submit a piece of music for his upcoming documentary, "Beneath the Bassline." A few years earlier I had written a solo bass tribute to Jaco Pastorius, but never released or performed it, so I thought that might be a good choice, and Nick agreed. I call the piece "John Francis" which was Jaco's real first and middle name. I used some of the compositional devices from his landmark solo bass composition "Portrait of Tracy" in it and tried to express the complex mixture of emotions I felt from spending time with him in New York in the early 80's. He was a complicated guy, but was always very kind to me and I still miss him.

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released April 12, 2024
Solo Zon Sonus Elite Special fretless, recorded live without overdubs or editing
Composed and performed by Michael Manring (Manthing Music, BMI)

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Michael Manring Oakland, California

Michael Manring is a bassist and composer known for his innovative approach. He studied with Jaco Pastorius, has appeared on hundreds of recordings and toured throughout the world. He has received Grammy and Bammie nominations, the Berklee School of Music Distinguished Alumni Award, two Gold Records, two Just Plain Folks awards and the Bassist of the Year award from Bass Player Magazine. ... more

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