Jazz bassist who served as a sparkplug for small bebop units, modern big bands, and contemporary fusion groups alike, died at his home in San Clemente, Calif., on Sept. 14. He was 90. Bennett’s storied career as a member of the so-called “Wrecking Crew” of Los Angeles session musicians included work on dozens of 1960s and '70s Top 40 hits. He also spent long periods backing up legendary singers such as Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, and—as a founding member of the L.A. Express—Joni Mitchell, as well as being a bandleader/composer in his own right.
Max Bennett has 2 screen credits in a career dating back to 1970. Signature works include Joni Mitchell: Miles of Aisles, Ry Cooder: How Can a Poor Man Stand Such Times and Live?. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.
