Del Atkins

The year 2000 has started the launch of Del Atkins musical statement with
his introduction of his upcoming CD Debut... Bassic Instinct.


The musical influences coming from South Central Los Angeles have always
been rich in style and genre, from jazz to Rap. As we enter the new
millennium, history has not changed, but now we include the musical sounds
of composer and bassist Del Atkins.
Del has toured with legendary artists such as Hank Crawford, Les McCann, and
Lou Rawls. With music production and film composition under his wing, Del
Atkins has his own unique gifts as a solo artist.

While attending Locke High school, Del took advantage of the rich music
programs, which encompassed the study of harmony, arranging and jazz concert
performance. This began his musical journey. His foundation became stronger
under the guidence of Reggie Andrews, Don Harris and Frank Harris. While at
Los Angeles City College he performed with other up and coming talented
artists such as big band leader Leslie Drayton and Gerald Albright. With
this jazz and improvisational exposure, Del soon began performing at the
Playboy Jazz Festivals with Latin artist Willie Bobo.

European tours with Lou Rawls and Les McCann were the next phase for Del.
His experience grew from these associations and progressed to the recording
studio. Included in his feature film soundtrack recording credits are
Another 48 Hours, Panther, Fear of the Black Hat. Del's television
commercial works include Round Table Pizza, Aunt Jemima Syrup, and Pacific
Gas and Electric.

Del Atkins journey continues to unwind from his recording and touring work
with Dr. Dre, Ricky Jones and Patrice Rushen. Artists who have recorded his
compositions include Norman Connors (Easy Living) Motown, and Ron Brown
(From My Eyes-Only), Sire Records