Dezron Douglas

Bass Luminary

Dezron Douglas is a prolific bassist whose profound musicality and versatility have made him an in-demand collaborator and respected leader in the contemporary jazz scene.

JazzContemporary JazzSpiritual JazzHard BopSoul JazzFunk

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About

Born in Hartford, Connecticut, Dezron Douglas is a highly respected jazz bassist, composer, and bandleader. A graduate of the Jackie McLean Institute of Jazz, he has built a reputation for his powerful grooves and melodic improvisations, collaborating with a diverse range of acclaimed artists across the jazz spectrum.

Music Style

Douglas's music is a compelling fusion of hard bop, spiritual jazz, funk, and R&B, characterized by deep grooves, virtuosic improvisations, and an undeniable soulful sensibility that pushes the boundaries of contemporary jazz.

Background

Hometown: Hartford, Connecticut, USA
Education: The Juilliard School
Instruments: bass
Active: Early 2000s-present

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