Jack Casady

John William Casady (born April 13, 1944) is an American bass guitarist, best known as a member of Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna. Jefferson Airplane became the first successful exponent of the San Francisco Sound. Singles including "Somebody to Love" and "White Rabbit" charted in 1967 and 1968. Casady, along with the other members of Jefferson Airplane, was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1996.

Jack Casady
Casady playing his signature bass with Hot Tuna in 2005
Background information
Birth nameJohn William Casady
Born (1944-04-13) April 13, 1944
Washington, D.C.
GenresRock, blues
Instrument(s)Bass guitar
Years active1964–present
Websitewww.jackcasady.com
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