Thomas Ramdhan Photo With John Patitucci During GIGI Recording New Album In New York

Thomas Ramdhan and John Patituci (Instagram @thomasramdhan)

JAKARTA - Armand Maulana (vocals), Dewa Budjana (guitar), Thomas Ramdhan (bass), and Gusti Hendy (drums) flew to New York, United States to record the material for GIGI's new album.

Travel to the center of the world music industry is not wasted by GIGI personnel to carry out other activities.

Thomas, through his Instagram account, showed off the moment when he met the famous bassist who lived there, John Patitucci.

The 57-year-old bassist from Bandung also took a selfie with his idol, in the background of a cafe.

"Meeting idols," wrote Thomas Ramdhan, citing the caption for the upload, Wednesday, November 20.

Although Thomas and John's style of play is different, it is not surprising that he called the 64-year-old bassist his idol.

John Patitucci is known as a jazz and fusion maestro who was born in Brooklyn, New York on December 22, 1959. His ability made many bassists jealous, he was able to play electric bass and contra bass very well.

Love for music led him to explore various genres such as jazz,tes, and classical music. He studied at San Francisco State University and Long Beach State University, by studying musical theory and composition.

In the early 1980s, John started his professional career working with famous musicians such as Tom Scott and Dave Grusin. His popularity began to climb when he joined Chick Corea Electric Band in 1985.

Patitucci is known for his melodic bass playing with complicated techniques, and his extraordinary ability. He often combines traditional jazz elements with contemporary touches such astes, fusion, and world music.

Apart from being part of the Chick Corea Electric Band, Patitucci also has a successful solo career. His debut album, John Patitucci (1987), features his abilities as a composer and musician. The album won praise from critics and strengthened his reputation as one of the best bassists in the world.

John Patitucci has received several awards, including the Grammy Awards. He is often referred to as one of the most influential bassists of his generation. In addition, he is also a dedicated music educator, teaches at various universities and holds workshops around the world.

His musical heritage has left a trail in the world of jazz music. With his innovative bass playing and continuous exploration, he continues to inspire generations of young musicians. To this day, he remains active as a performer, composer, and educator.