ETHAN BENDER

Milwaukee born bassist Ethan Bender has been on the professional music scene since he was in his teens. During this time, he has performed with Clark Terry, Red Skelton, and Ed Shaughnessy. As a member of various bands, Ethan has shared the stage with such artists as Al Jarreau, Tower of Power, Richard Marx, and Jeff Healey. His musical influences run the gamut from Parliament/Funkadelic to Miles Davis, and are reflected in his funky, groove-laden style.