Jim Fielder

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Jim Fielder (born October 4, 1947 in Denton, Texas) is an American bassist, best known for his work as an original member of Blood, Sweat & Tears.

Fielder attended Loara High School in Anaheim, California. While at Loara, the young Fielder befriended classmates Tim Buckley and Larry Beckett, a relationship that would launch Fielder into the music industry. [1] Prior to joining BS&T he worked with Buckley, and he played in several other notable bands including Mastin & Brewer with Mike Brewer and Billy Mundi, The Mothers of Invention and Buffalo Springfield.

After his departure from BS&T Fielder has worked extensively as a session musician. He is currently a standing member of Neil Sedaka's band.

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  1. ^ Brolly, Jack, Larry Beckett - Poet and Friend Til the End, <http://www.timbuckleyandfriends.com/LarryBeckett.html>. Retrieved on 10 June 2008 

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