ED GASTON, 1929-2012
In demand … Ed Gaston was sought after by band leaders, and was the first-choice bassist for many overseas acts touring Australia.
Some musicians are like actors who cloak themselves in the music they play. Others cannot help but let the real them shine through every note. Ed Gaston was undoubtedly in the latter camp. He was universally regarded as good company and a gentleman, and his bass playing was buoyant, elegant and swinging
Article by John Shand, Sydney Morning Herald
