Yasushi Nakamura
Groove Master Bassist
A highly sought-after bassist, Yasushi Nakamura blends a rock-solid foundation with lyrical improvisation, making him a dynamic force in contemporary jazz.
JazzPost-BopStraight-Ahead Jazz
About
Born in Tokyo and educated at Berklee, Yasushi Nakamura is a critically acclaimed jazz bassist based in New York City. Renowned for his deep groove and melodic sensibility, he has become one of the most in-demand bassists on the international jazz scene.
Music Style
His music is characterized by a powerful rhythmic drive and lyrical soloing, often rooted in the hard bop tradition while embracing modern harmonic and stylistic elements.
Background
- Hometown
- Tokyo, Japan
- Education
- Berklee College of Music
- Instruments
- bass
- Active
- 2000s-present
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Notable Collaborations
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Upcoming Events
Yasushi Nakamura's next NYC show is Tuesday, September 1 at Mezzrow.