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Melvin Jackson is an American jazz bassist known for his innovative use of the electric bass in jazz. In 1969, he released the album "Funky Skull," considered a classic of the jazz-funk genre. Jackson collaborated with several notable jazz musicians, including Eddie Harris, with whom he recorded and performed in the 1960s and 1970s. His music blends elements of jazz, funk, and soul, contributing to the development of the fusion genre. Jackson's work has influenced many subsequent musicians, and his albums remain valued among collectors and jazz enthusiasts.