Mark Egan

Mark Egan is an acclaimed American jazz bassist known for his fluid, melodic fretless bass work and his pioneering contributions to jazz fusion. Rising to prominence in the late 1970s as a founding member of the Pat Metheny Group, Egan helped shape the group's distinctive sound on early albums like "Pat Metheny Group" and "American Garage." He's also co-founder of the group Elements and has built an impressive solo discography showcasing his adventurous spirit and atmospheric compositions.

Throughout his career, Mark Egan has collaborated with an eclectic mix of artists spanning genres—from Sting and Joan Osborne to Gil Evans and the Gil Evans Orchestra. His own releases, such as "Living Standards II" and "Direction Home," highlight his deep groove sensibility, lush harmonic textures, and distinctive voice on the fretless bass. With decades in the music world, Egan continues to be a beloved figure in modern jazz and fusion circles.