Biography

Gary Raynor is a bassist best known for his appearances in the Guy's All-Star Shoe Band in the radio show "A Prairie Home Companion." He has also played with Sammy Davis, Jr.'s backing band, and a host of other jazz artists, including Count Basie. Although he plays a jazz pizzicato double bass, he specialises in arco solos. His arco work is featured on records such as the Janet Jackson hit single "Again." He taught double bass at McNally Smith College in St Paul, Minnesota. He also has an impressive technique on bass guitar.