Sat Feb. 15, 2014
20:30

Bernhard Lackner Trio (A/USA/D)

Bernhard Lackner: bass
David Helbock: piano, keyboards
Ralf Gustke: drums

Composer / bass player Bernhard Lackner is a name your'e going to be hearing a lot more of, if his first two albums are anything to go by. What he doesn't know about the bass isn't worth knowing, trust me. (Bill Bruford of YES, King Crimson, Earthworks)

Bernhard Lackner is an exceptional talent both as a bassist and composer that you will be hearing a lot more from in the future. His debut CD release, 'Those Days' demonstrates a musical maturity that extends well beyond his years; a unique and diverse collection of tunes that are the perfect backdrop for his 6 string bass sensibilities. (Adam Nitti of Dave Weckl Band)

Bernhard Lackner's CD "In between" shows a promising development in the young bassist/composer's journey towards composition and instrumental music. His lines define the compositions with competence and deliberation making room for a spirited studio ensemble to express this new music. (Kai Eckhardt of John McLaughlin)

Bernhard Lackner's work on 'Those Days' sounds like someone with several records already under his belt. Both compositionally and in his playing, his choices are mature, confident, musical, and always serve the song in question. He just knows what to do on the bass, period. (Bryan Beller of Steve Vai)