DEZRON DOUGLAS
Genres: Hard Bop, Eclectic Fusion, Soul Jazz, Post-Fusion Contemporary, Post Bop, Classic Fusion • United States

Known for his musical versatility,  bassist Dezron Douglas is one of the most in demand young bassists in jazz today. Composer, bandleader, sideman and educator, Dezron has established himself as a musician’s musician, respected not only for his talent but also for his dedication to the authenticity of the music. Born and raised in Hartford, CT, Dezron grew up surrounded by music. His first musical influences weren’t actually jazz, even though he is the nephew of the legendary drummer and composer, Walter Bolden (Nancy Wilson). The sounds that filled his home were of Stevie Wonder, George Benson, Minnie Ripperton, Diana Ross, Gregory Isaacs, Peter Tosh, The Clark Sisters, Mahalia Jackson, Commissioned, and the list goes on.  As he explains, “Jazz was always around,  but not at my House”.  He was influenced by the music, moved by the way sound expressed emotion.  At the age of 12, read more...