Bio Eric BarkmanEric Barkman is a bass player through and through — known for his rock-solid groove, warm tone, and vibrant energy on stage. Originally a pianist and saxophonist, he found his true voice on the bass, teaching himself to master both bass guitar and electric double bass (stick bass).Comfortable in many musical styles, Eric has been the steady rhythmic force behind legendary saxophonist Hans Dulfer for over 20 years.He has also recorded and performed with renowned artists including Benny Wallace, Ingram Washington, and Joseph Bowie (Defunkt).Every Thursday, Eric holds down the low end with the groovy band Greenfield Inc. at Amsterdam’s iconic Jazz Café Alto, the city’s oldest jazz club.
Always open to fresh projects and creative collaborations, Eric is constantly exploring new sounds, bands, and musical challenges.