Al Carty
Premier Bass Virtuoso
A world-class bassist and musical director, Al Carty provides the rhythmic backbone for global superstars like Alicia Keys and Ed Sheeran.
jazzr&bpopsoulfusion
About
Al Carty is a renowned bassist and musical director from New York, recognized for his versatility across jazz, R&B, and pop genres. Throughout his prolific career, he has led bands for major international tours and collaborated with icons such as Lou Reed and Queen Latifah.
Music Style
Al Carty's playing is characterized by a deep, soulful groove and a sophisticated harmonic approach that seamlessly bridges the gap between jazz fusion and modern pop-soul.
Background
- Hometown
- New York, New York
- Instruments
- bass
- Active
- 1990s-present
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Notable Collaborations
Alicia KeysEd SheeranLou ReedQueen LatifahChristina AguileraDavid Cook
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Upcoming Events
Al Carty's next NYC show is Wednesday, July 29 at The Django.