Bassists · 1928–1999

Leroy Vinnegar

American jazz bassist (1928–1999)

Born: 13 July 1928
Indianapolis
Died: 3 August 1999
Portland
Country: United States
Record labels: Contemporary Records, Fantasy

Biography

Leroy Vinnegar was a jazz musician who played double bass and bass instrument. Leroy Vinnegar was born on 13 July 1928 in Indianapolis and died on 3 August 1999 in Portland. The music is usually filed under jazz and bebop. Record labels: Contemporary Records and Fantasy.

Leroy Vinnegar (July 13, 1928 – August 3, 1999) was an American jazz bassist. Born in Indianapolis, the self-taught Vinnegar established his reputation in Los Angeles during the 1950s and 1960s. His trademark was the rhythmic walking bass line, a steady series of ascending or descending notes, and it brought him the nickname "The Walker". Besides his jazz work, he also appeared on a number of soundtracks and pop albums, notably Van Morrison's 1972 album, Saint Dominic's Preview.

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