Profile: |
Co-founder of contemporary jazz group 'Fourplay' with Bob James, Lee Ritenour and Harvey Mason |
Awards: |
Numerous awards including most valuable player (bass category) at International Rock Awards |
Masterpieces: |
Co-wrote the #1 hit 'Easy Lover' with Phil Collins & Philip Bailey |
- Born on Dec 8, 1955 in Philadelphia, PA and the family moved west at age 4.
- Played cello at first from 7th-9th grade in Jr. High school orchestra, but not bass.
- Until age 14, he discovered bass guitar playing in local church groups with his brothers.
- Nate's influences include Wes Montgomery, Quincy Jones, George Benson, Jimi Hendrix, Santana, etc.
- Has recorded with Anita Baker, Eric Clapton, Elton John, Michael Jackson, Babyface, etc.
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Yamaha Bass Guitar Clinic 2005 by NATHAN EAST (Oct 11, Hong Kong) |