Jack Bruce

Acting

Jack Bruce

Born May 14, 1943 · Bishopbriggs, Schottland

Died October 25, 2014 · aged 71

John Symon Asher "Jack" Bruce (14 May 1943 – 25 October 2014) was a Scottish musician, singer and songwriter known primarily for his contributions to the British supergroup Cream, which also included the guitarist-singer Eric Clapton and the drummer Ginger Baker. In March 2011 Rolling Stone readers selected him as the eighth greatest bass guitarist of all time.

Known For

Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club BandSgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band · 1978
Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band
★ 4.41978
MovieAdventureMusic
A small town band makes it big, but loses track of their roots, as they get caught up into the big-time machinations of the music biz. Now, they must thwart a plot to destroy their home town. Built around the music of The Beatles, this musical uses some big name groups like Peter Frampton and Aerosmith.
Slightly FrenchSlightly French · 1949
Slightly French
★ 7.51949
MovieComedyMusic
A film director, in bad standing with his studio, tries to turn a local carnival dancer into a "French" movie star and pass her off as his big new discovery.
Jack Bruce & Robin Trower - Seven Moons Live 2009Jack Bruce & Robin Trower - Seven Moons Live 2009 · 2009
Jack Bruce & Robin Trower - Seven Moons Live 2009
★ 8.02009
MovieMusic
Two legends, one hour of fearsome axe-wielding! They do virtually the entire Seven Moons album plus signature tunes from Bruce's famous catalog, all filmed at the majestic Concertgebouw De Vereeniging in the Netherlands in 5.1 Surround Sound. Tracks include Lives Of Clay; Perfect Place; White Room; Politician and more!
Jack Bruce & His Big Blues Band: Estival Jazz Lugano 2011Jack Bruce & His Big Blues Band: Estival Jazz Lugano 2011 · 2011
Jack Bruce & His Big Blues Band: Estival Jazz Lugano 2011
★ 6.02011
MovieMusic
Escalator Over the HillEscalator Over the Hill · 1999
Escalator Over the Hill
★ 10.01999
MovieMusic
Footage shot by Steve Gebhardt during the recording sessions for Carla Bley's staggering and star-studded avant-jazz opera Escalator Over the Hill.
The Slab BoysThe Slab Boys · 1997
The Slab Boys
★ 8.51997
MovieDrama
Paisley, Scotland, in 1957. Three likely lads look forward to the staff dance at the local carpet factory where they work
Blues Rock - The Ultimate AnthologyBlues Rock - The Ultimate Anthology · 2004
Blues Rock - The Ultimate Anthology
2004
MovieMusic
A set of great blues rock songs
Uli Jon Roth : Legends of Rock - Live At Castle Donington 2001Uli Jon Roth : Legends of Rock - Live At Castle Donington 2001 · 2006
Uli Jon Roth : Legends of Rock - Live At Castle Donington 2001
★ 7.02006
MovieMusic
Uli Jon Roth the former Scorpions guitarist in a live performance at Castle Donington, UK, with special appearances from his dear friends Jack Bruce on bass and vocals, Michael Schenker, Phil Mogg and Pete Way of UFO. Witness the inspired twin-lead guitar interplay between two of the greatest living guitarists, Michael Schenker and Uli Jon Roth during some electrifying renditions of several UFO classics. A historic moment was captured when Jack Bruce joined Uli and Clive Bunker on the stage without any prior rehearsal whatsoever, to invoke the spirit of one of rock's most legendary supergroups -- Cream. Although Uli and Jack had never before performed any of these songs together, it was evident from the first few notes onwards that the unique chemistry between these two giants of rock resulted in an authentic and moving interpretation of the spirit of Cream.

Filmography

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Uli Jon Roth : Legends of Rock - Live At Castle Donington 2001Uli Jon Roth : Legends of Rock - Live At Castle Donington 2001 · 2006
Uli Jon Roth : Legends of Rock - Live At Castle Donington 2001
★ 7.02006
MovieMusic
Uli Jon Roth the former Scorpions guitarist in a live performance at Castle Donington, UK, with special appearances from his dear friends Jack Bruce on bass and vocals, Michael Schenker, Phil Mogg and Pete Way of UFO. Witness the inspired twin-lead guitar interplay between two of the greatest living guitarists, Michael Schenker and Uli Jon Roth during some electrifying renditions of several UFO classics. A historic moment was captured when Jack Bruce joined Uli and Clive Bunker on the stage without any prior rehearsal whatsoever, to invoke the spirit of one of rock's most legendary supergroups -- Cream. Although Uli and Jack had never before performed any of these songs together, it was evident from the first few notes onwards that the unique chemistry between these two giants of rock resulted in an authentic and moving interpretation of the spirit of Cream.

Bass

Jack Bruce - Smiles And Grins (Broadcast Sessions 1970-2001)Jack Bruce - Smiles And Grins (Broadcast Sessions 1970-2001) · 2024
Jack Bruce - Smiles And Grins (Broadcast Sessions 1970-2001)
2024
MovieMusic
Anthology featuring the surviving radio & television broadcast sessions by the legendary Jack Bruce recorded between 1970 & 2001. The set features all the surviving BBC radio and television appearances made by Jack between 1970 and 2001, along with a wonderful un-broadcast session recorded for the German TV show Beat Club by Lifetime (also featuring Tony Williams, John McLaughlin and Larry Young) filmed around the time of the album ‘Turn it Over’. The BBC material includes two legendary In Concert recordings. ‘Smiles & Grins’ is the most comprehensive collection of Jack’s broadcast sessions ever released and it includes an illustrated booklet and essay – a fitting celebration of the musical legacy of Jack Bruce, a much-missed master of his craft.