| Synopsis Genius, madman, messiah, punk, innovator, and the "Sid Vicious of Jazz" are just a few of the ways the late Jaco Pastorius has been described. A talented but tormented virtuoso, the world-renowned bassist literally reinvented the role of the electric bass in modern music. Jaco looks inside the life and music of this genius who wrestled with unparalleled artistry, mental illness, and substance abuse. The accompanying CD brings Pastorius's brilliance to life. 40 photos. Synopsis |