Jeff Berlin

The Profile

Jeff Berlin is an American jazz-fusion bassist renowned for technical precision, melodic solos, and influential recordings since the 1970s. He has recorded with Bill Bruford and Allan Holdsworth and leads projects under his own name.

American jazz-fusion bassist; active since the 1970s; born in 1953 in Queens, New York; founder of The Players School of Music in Clearwater, Florida; collaborated with Bill Bruford and Allan Holdsworth.

Dr.Adder’s review hails Jeff Berlin as a top-tier bassist and spotlights Pump It as a hard-rock-leaning showcase of his virtuosity. Standout moments include the track Bach with a fiery Clare Fischer keyboard solo, and Joe Frazier (round 2), nodding to Berlin’s past with Bill Bruford. Guests Frank Gambale and Jeff Porcaro are praised for impeccable contributions. Dedications to Rush underline the prog-fusion spirit throughout.