Jim Fielder

Jim Fielder

James Fielder

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Born: 4th October 1947, Denton, Texas, USA.

American bassist, most known for his work in . His early career began in “The Bohemians” with , with whom he played on Buckley’s solo album.

Fielder worked for a period in “Mastin & Brewer” (Later to become ), before working in Zappa’s “MOI” band on rhythm guitar alongside bassist Roy Estrada for the “Absolutely Free” album. “Mastin & Brewer” ex manager, , then managed so, when bassist left due to passport problems, Fielder was called in by Mowhawk. (Another Zappa connection is Mohawk, aka , married ex Zappa musician - aka Essra Mohawk - aka ‘Uncle Meat’)

Palmer later returned to the band and Fielder then became a member of Blood, Sweat & Tears, thanks to an earlier friendship struck with during the latter’s time in . Fielder played on six of the band’s albums and cites their appearance at Woodstock as one of the highlights of his career. In 1977 he joined the line-up of ‘s band.