Artist artifact
Jazz Fusion
Richard Bona
Bassist, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, jazz fusion pioneer
Biography
Bassist, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, jazz fusion pioneer
Influence
Bridged African and jazz traditions, influenced contemporary jazz
Historical context
Bassist, vocalist, multi-instrumentalist, jazz fusion pioneer Bridged African and jazz traditions, influenced contemporary jazz Known as the 'African Sting' for his bass playing and vocal abilities
Associated instruments
- Bass Guitar
- Vocals
- Traditional Cameroonian instruments
Specimen note
Known as the 'African Sting' for his bass playing and vocal abilities