Johannes Eick's album, , is a 15-track contemporary jazz release that explores the unique sonic range of a custom six-string acoustic double bass. Released on December 23, 2022, the project highlights Eick's technical mastery and his long-standing innovation with extended-range bass instruments. Artist Profile: Johannes Eick
He has been a staple of the Norwegian jazz scene, winning Spellemannprisen (Norwegian Grammys) in 1995 and 1997 with the Vigleik Storaas Trio. Album Details
Music for Solo Six-String Double Bass - Album by Johannes Eick
Born in 1964 in Eidsfoss, Norway, Eick is a renowned jazz musician from a musical family; he is the son of bassist Jürgen Eick and brother to trumpeter Mathias Eick.
Eick began modifying his instruments early, converting his double bass to 5 strings in 1983 and extending both his acoustic and electric basses to 6 strings by 1991.