Mark Diamond - Bassist
Veteran upright bassist Mark Diamond has spent more than five decades providing the steady pulse behind outstanding musicians in jazz, blues, rock, bluegrass, Latin and Americana music.
Known for his high energy, impeccable groove, and intuitive musicality, Mark has earned a reputation as the kind of musician every band hopes to have—listening deeply, elevating every performance, and making those around him sound their best.
After developing his musical roots in the New York area, Mark relocated to Colorado in 1980, where he became one of the region’s most respected and in-demand bassists. His career includes recording on more than 100 albums, tours throughout Europe and the United States, collaborations with artists ranging from Grammy winner Tim O’Brien to Earl Klugh, James Moody, Ernestine Anderson, Kenny Loggins, Peter Rowan and Richie Cole, and opening performances for legends including B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Wilson Pickett, Kenny Rogers, and Koko Taylor; even a performance for President Bill Clinton.
Whether performing in an intimate jazz club, a concert hall, or on the festival stage, Mark brings the same unwavering commitment to great music, thoughtful collaboration, and a groove that audiences remember long after the last note.
For more about Mark, read his in-depth Q&A with Leigh Lim.
Known for his high energy, impeccable groove, and intuitive musicality, Mark has earned a reputation as the kind of musician every band hopes to have—listening deeply, elevating every performance, and making those around him sound their best.
After developing his musical roots in the New York area, Mark relocated to Colorado in 1980, where he became one of the region’s most respected and in-demand bassists. His career includes recording on more than 100 albums, tours throughout Europe and the United States, collaborations with artists ranging from Grammy winner Tim O’Brien to Earl Klugh, James Moody, Ernestine Anderson, Kenny Loggins, Peter Rowan and Richie Cole, and opening performances for legends including B.B. King, Buddy Guy, Wilson Pickett, Kenny Rogers, and Koko Taylor; even a performance for President Bill Clinton.
Whether performing in an intimate jazz club, a concert hall, or on the festival stage, Mark brings the same unwavering commitment to great music, thoughtful collaboration, and a groove that audiences remember long after the last note.
For more about Mark, read his in-depth Q&A with Leigh Lim.
ACCOLADES
Mark, along with band mates Jayme Stone, Adam Galblum, and Ross Martin are the proud recipients of the prestigious 2008 JUNO AWARD for BEST INSTRUMENTAL RECORDING OF THE YEAR for their work on the Jayme Stone release "THE UTMOST". Other great musicians including Matt Flinner are featured on selected tracks.
Go to www.jaymestone.com for more details.
"Mark Diamond's subtle genius on bass cement[s] the band together."
- Alex Goossen, review of Mojo Alley by the Alleygators.
"The music was some of the finest yet most accessible improvisational jazz I had heard in years, with an interplay between musicians that was a joy to see and hear."
- Michael Vernier, The Front Page
"Bassist Mark Diamond's frenzied solo spanned the entire length of the fretboard, alternating between low drones and novel sounds from the instrument's higher registers. Diamond coaxed impossibly high-pitched notes from the thick strings, even as he rung occasional notes from the low E string as a back up."
- Jon Solomon, Westword
Mark, along with band mates Jayme Stone, Adam Galblum, and Ross Martin are the proud recipients of the prestigious 2008 JUNO AWARD for BEST INSTRUMENTAL RECORDING OF THE YEAR for their work on the Jayme Stone release "THE UTMOST". Other great musicians including Matt Flinner are featured on selected tracks.
Go to www.jaymestone.com for more details.
"Mark Diamond's subtle genius on bass cement[s] the band together."
- Alex Goossen, review of Mojo Alley by the Alleygators.
"The music was some of the finest yet most accessible improvisational jazz I had heard in years, with an interplay between musicians that was a joy to see and hear."
- Michael Vernier, The Front Page
"Bassist Mark Diamond's frenzied solo spanned the entire length of the fretboard, alternating between low drones and novel sounds from the instrument's higher registers. Diamond coaxed impossibly high-pitched notes from the thick strings, even as he rung occasional notes from the low E string as a back up."
- Jon Solomon, Westword
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