Kenny Gradney
Kenny Gradney | |
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 Gradney performing with Little Feat, 2008 | |
| Background information | |
| Origin | New Orleans, Louisiana United States |
| Genres | Southern rock, R&B, jazz fusion, funk, folk, swamp rock |
| Occupation(s) | Musician Songwriter |
| Instrument(s) | Bass guitar |
| Years active | 1966–present |
| Website | Little Feat.net Requires flash |
Kenny Gradney, a native of Baton Rouge[citation needed], is an American bassist and songwriter, best known as a member of the band Little Feat. He joined after their second album, replacing founding bassist Roy Estrada in 1972.[1] Gradney has remained their bassist ever since
In addition to his work with Little Feat, Gradney has played and recorded with many notable musicians, including Delaney & Bonnie, Bob Weir's Bobby and the Midnites,[2] Jazz Is Dead, jazz drummer Chico Hamilton, Warren Zevon, Robert Palmer, Mick Fleetwood, and Carly Simon.
References
- ^ Erlewine, Stephen Thomas. "Biography: Little Feat". Allmusic. Retrieved 25 May 2010.
- ^ Ruhlmann, William. "Biography: Bobby & the Midnites". Allmusic. Retrieved 25 May 2010.
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