Comes A Time: Legendary Bassist Jerry Jemmott

Oteil and Mike sit down with the legendary bassist Jerry Jemmott. Jerry Jemmott is known for his prolific career as one of the chief session bass guitarists of the late 1960s and early 1970s, working with notable artists in soul, blues, and jazz. He has played with icons such as Aretha Franklin, Ray Charles, Wilson Pickett, and many more. Oteil and Mike delve into Jerry Jemmott's incredible journey in the music industry, starting from his early beginnings as a young bassist inspired by Paul Chambers. They discuss his early recording sessions and his discovery by saxophonist King Curtis, which led to collaborations with Atlantic recording artists. Jerry Jemmott shares his experiences recording with the likes of Aretha Franklin, B.B. King, and Chuck Berry, among others. They also explore the significance of the West Village, where our guest frequently performs, and discuss the impact of historical venues and figures in the neighborhood. Along the way, we delve into Jerry's unique approach to music-making, his ability to come up with incredible bass lines, and his thoughts on the importance of passion and energy in music. The Comes A Time Podcast and content posted by Comes A Time is presented solely for general informational, educational, and entertainment purposes. The use of information on this podcast or materials linked from this podcast is at the user’s own risk. It is not intended as a substitute for the advice of a physician, professional coach, psychotherapist, or other qualified professional, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should not disregard or delay in obtaining medical advice for any medical or mental health condition they may have and should seek the assistance of their healthcare professionals for any such conditions. https://linktr.ee/comesatimepodcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices