Al Turner "The Burner"

As a child growing up in Detroit in the ’60′s, being influenced by the Motown Sound was only natural for bassist Al Turner. This gifted musician began playing bass at the age of 12, learning the bass lines from listening to recordings of Motown artists. Piano lessons followed shortly after. Upon graduating from high school Al began playing in various clubs around Detroit and Canada with the group Free Spirit which featured Anita Baker as the lead vocalist.

Playing professionally since the early eighty’s, Al has performed with some of the top names in the music industry. You can hear his bass playing on recordings by Kem, Aretha Franklin, Earl Klugh, Oleta Adams, Anita Baker, Nancy Wilson, Bob James, Randy Crawford, and Gladys Knight to name a few. Also you can hear “The Burner” on many television and radio commercials. In addition, Al has toured with Cheryl Lynn, Oleta Adams, David Benoit and Everette Harp, and has written and produced songs for Smooth Jazz recording artists Tim Bowman, Edgar Wallace, Jr., Guy Ensley & Ron Otis.

It’s no surprise that in his solo debut, Movin’, Al features several of his friends including Everette Harp, Earl Klugh, Paul Jackson, Jr., and Oleta Adams. Mixed by Ken Freeman, this Smooth Jazz statement demands repeated listening. This studio recording includes original compositions and collaborations Stop Watch, Bassin’, and the title track, all due to get attention at radio and beyond. Packed with solid grooves and memorable melodies, Al’s latest CD will definitely have listeners Movin’.

Al was the first endorser of David Nordschow’s bass amps and cabinets, enjoying a two-decade relationship with our founder. When we told Al about the new company, he immediately jumped on board. “I’ve been with David since the very beginning, “Al says. I’ve always love his sound, and I always will. I’m proud to be his first endorser - again.”