Ladi Geisler

Miloslav Ladislav "Ladi" Geisler (November 27, 1927 – November 19, 2011) was a German musician who established a high profile in the post-war German music scene. Best known for his work with pop musicians Bert Kaempfert, James Last and Freddy Quinn, Geisler developed the distinctive "Knack-Bass" percussive bass sound that helped popularize the Bert Kaempfert Orchestra. He later released numerous records under his own name.

Ladi Geisler
Background information
Birth nameLadislav Geisler
Also known as"Ladi"
BornNovember 27, 1927
Prague, Czechoslovakia
DiedNovember 19, 2011
Hamburg
GenresEasy listening, instrumental, jazz, big band
Occupation(s)Musician
Instrument(s)Guitar, Bass guitar, trumpet, violin
Years active1945–2010
LabelsPolydor, Bear Family
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