JIM MACK
Jim Mack possesses that unique ability to project his friendly, easy-going personality through his music. His rhythmic melodic bass lines flow easily across the fret board of his 1964 left-handed Fender Jazz Bass creating the solid foundation necessary in all good musical construction. Being one of the nation’s leading audio consultants, Jim is very concerned with quality sound, always producing clear definite notes.
His musical expertise combined with his pleasing personality led Jim to session work early in his musical career. While still in high school, Jim recorded a number of tracks for a local pop band, Time Piece, with the first single, “The Wiz Kids,” released in 1974. During the same year, Jim received first place acclaim in a statewide jazz competition, proving himself a dynamic live performer in addition to an accomplished studio bassist.
Jim has shared the stage with a number of acclaimed musicians, including members of Styx, Gama and Ronnie Montrose. He was a member of legendary Chicago DJ Bob Stroud’s Band, Rockestra, and his corporate music career includes being VP of Marketing Alesis Electronics, General Manager of US Operations for Tascam and CEO of Ashly Audio.
Jim Mack is a quality musician dedicated to the production of dynamic music and strong harmony. His friendly personality and fluid bass lines make every Jim Mack performance enjoyable.