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Beatles Lawyer's $25,000 Album Offer
Beatles lawyer gave Stanley Clarke $25,000 to make his debut album.
In brief
Beatles lawyer gave Stanley Clarke $25,000 to make his debut album. Beatles lawyer Nat Weiss offered Stanley Clarke $25,000 to record his first album after seeing him play. Originally reported by Guitar World.
Stanley Clarke's Bass Career
Stanley Clarke was already known for his lightning-fast double-bass chops on Return to Forever's first two albums.
Acoustic Bass Roots
Clarke said he studied acoustic bass and was playing it when he moved to New York in 1971.
Electric Bass Shift
After Return to Forever's Light as a Feather record, Chick Corea wanted to do electric music and Clarke switched to electric bass.
Beatles Lawyer's Offer
Nat Weiss, a Beatles lawyer with Nemperor record label, gave Clarke $25,000 to make an album after seeing him play.
“Here's $25,000 - I want you to make an album”
Clarke's Debut Album
Clarke released a self-titled album featuring the expansive Life Suite with string accompaniment.
Jazz Influence
Clarke brought jazz psychology to electric bass, playing spontaneously without preparation unlike later players.
The big picture
Beatles lawyer Nat Weiss offered Stanley Clarke $25,000 to record his first album after seeing him play.
