[42] They had four children. You may request to transfer up to 250,000 memorials managed by Find a Grave. Eventually, Jamerson was put on retainer for $1,000 a week (US$7,792 in 2021 dollars[14]), which afforded him and his expanding family a comfortable lifestyle. To view a photo in more detail or edit captions for photos you added, click the photo to open the photo viewer. Mar 10, 1912 - Aug 1972 . In a widely quoted interview the younger James described what his musical childhood was like: When I was growing up I didnt know I was around history-making people. James Brown, the "Godfather of Soul," was one of history's best showmen. Get your free Noise11.com daily music news email alert. He was the uncredited bassist on most of the Motown Records hits in the 1960s and early 1970s (Motown did not list session musician credits on their releases until 1971), and is now regarded as one of the most influential bass players in modern music history. King and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Aaliyah book Baby Girl is a singers tragic tale, Insane Clown Posse's Violent J reveals heart condition; group announces farewell tour, Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. You need a Find a Grave account to continue. He died of pneumonia at the age of 47 in Los Angeles. His warm, innovative bass lines were an essential feature of Motowns music in the '60s and early '70s, appearing on hit after hit, including nearly two dozen No. Jamerson followed in the footsteps of his father, the legendary Motown studio musician, as a bassist. A visit to the dark side of Motown - Goldmine Magazine: Record Death record, obituary, funeral notice and information about the deceased person I didnt even know about my dad; I thought bass was played like that all the time. Previously sponsored memorials or famous memorials will not have this option. Death 23 Mar 2016 (aged 57) Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, USA. [7](p3), Jamerson moved with his mother to Detroit in 1954. While honing his talents after high school he started drinking and ultimately descended into alcoholism. As a teenager he was a reserved person, and passionate about music. He had three sons with his wife Anne. [62][63][64], Jamerson started on a school owned upright bass. He briefly played the trombone. [24][25][e] Jamerson performed on 23 number-one hits on the pop charts,[f] a record narrowly surpassed only by Paul McCartney of The Beatles who cites Jamerson as his biggest influence, and he performed on 56 number-one hits on the R&B charts. Funk Brother James Jamerson Jr 1958-2016", "RPM Top 100 Singles - February 17, 1979", "Bassist James Jamerson Jr. made a name of his own", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=James_Jamerson_Jr.&oldid=1124228575, This page was last edited on 27 November 2022, at 23:22. By the turn of the century, he had moved behind the board and was doing mostly production work. For memorials with more than one photo, additional photos will appear here or on the photos tab. () I'd hear the melody line from the lyrics and I'd build the bass line around that. His son, James Jamerson Jr. (19572016), was a professional session bassist and a member of the disco band Chanson. His death was a result of pneumonia, cirrhosis of the liver, and heart failure. [35][h], Jamerson was the subject of a book by Allan Slutsky in 1989 titled Standing in the Shadows of Motown. Explore James Jamerson's biography, personal life, family and cause of death. A typical entry lists information in the following sequence: Name, age, country of citizenship at birth, subsequent country of citizenship (if applicable), reason for notability, cause of death (if known), and reference. His death was a result of pneumonia, cirrhosis of the liver, and heart failure. Jamerson's earliest sessions were performed on double bass but, in the early 1960s, he switched to playing an electric Fender Precision Bass for the most part. Resend Activation Email, Please check the I'm not a robot checkbox, If you want to be a Photo Volunteer you must enter a ZIP Code or select your location on the map. Jamerson was forced to scalp a ticket for a back row seat in the bleachers to attend. Are you sure that you want to delete this photo? The book includes a biography of Jamerson, transcriptions of his bass lines, two CDs in which 26 bassists such as Pino Palladino, John Entwistle, Chuck Rainey, and Geddy Lee speak about Jamerson and play the transcriptions. . Royal Jam The Crusaders with B.B. [2][5], With The Crusaders with B.B. Long troubled by alcoholism, Jamerson died of complications from cirrhosis of the liver, heart failure and pneumonia on August 2, 1983, in Los Angeles. [10][7](p12) There he became a member of a core of studio musicians who informally called themselves The Funk Brothers. [50] In 2009 he was inducted into the Fender Hall of Fame by fellow Motown session bassist and friend, Bob Babbitt. [46], In 1960 to 1961 he transitioned to electric bass. [3], In the late 1970s, he formed a studio disco group, Chanson, along with guitarist David Williams. 18 in Canada. He was just my dad. Your new password must contain one or more uppercase and lowercase letters, and one or more numbers or special characters. In 1969, he became part of the Gordy Road Shows, mostly touring as the bassist for the Temptations. Please ensure you have given Find a Grave permission to access your location in your browser settings. R.I.P. Funk Brother James Jamerson Jr 1958-2016 - Noise11.com The Morning Call notes that James Jamerson was sad about being prevented from touring and being overlooked while the recordings featuring his signature bass lines became well-loved hits. Share this memorial using social media sites or email. When is James Jamersons birthday? music news, Subscribe to the Noise11 Music Newsletter here. Back the early 2,000 B.C. by Roger Wink, VVN Music on March 25, 2016. Family members linked to this person will appear here. () When they gave me that chord sheet, I'd look at it, but then start doing what I felt and what I thought would fit. Actor James Caan attend the "For The Boys" Los Angeles Premiere in November 1991. For many years, they maintained a schedule of recording during the day at Motown's small basement "Studio A" (which they nicknamed "the Snakepit"), then playing gigs in jazz clubs at night. He did not particularly take care of the instrument, as he stated: "The dirt keeps the funk". I didnt know if I was going to be a scientist or a musician. He joined blues singer Washboard Willie's band and later toured with Jackie Wilson. James Jamerson was born on the 29th of January, 1936. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of . James Jamerson - Bio, Personal Life, Family & Cause Of Death - CelebsAges Their only charted single, "Don't Hold Back" reached No. Last edited on 27 November 2022, at 23:22, "R.I.P. Are you sure that you want to delete this flower? To preserve these articles as they originally appeared, The Times does not alter, edit or update them. 1 last year in Rolling Stones 50 Greatest Bassists of All Time list. Putting all this together, I suggest James, Jr was correct in stating his father bought the Funk Machine in 1966, but he was wrong in saying it was a 62 model. [8][12][34], Jamerson's transition from upright to electric bass was at a time when electric bass was a relatively new instrument, and its use and style of play was not well established.