Milwaukee born bassist Ethan Bender has been on the professional music scene since he was in his teens. During this time, he has performed with Clark Terry, Red Skelton, & Ed Shaughnessy. As a member of various bands, Ethan has shared the stage with such artists as Al Jarreau, Tower of Power, Richard Marx, & Jeff Healey. His musical influences run the gamut from Parliament/Funkadelic to Miles Davis, and are reflected in his funky, groove-laden style.