Danton Boller

Bass | Tadataka Trio

Danton Boller is a bassist, composer, and producer residing in New York City since the late 90s. He was mentored in Los Angeles by legendary bassist “Senator” Eugene J. Wright of the Dave Brubeck Quartet. He has toured internationally and recorded with top jazz artists of his generation as a member of the Roy Hargrove Quintet, Seamus Blake Quartet, Anthony Wilson Nonet and Ari Hoenig’s “Punk Bop.”

Danton’s versatility and appreciation for all genres of music has propelled him to the stage and studio with an eclectic array of influential artists: Bridget Everett, Run the Jewels, Elvis Costello, Taylor Mac, Fela! on Broadway featuring Patti Labelle, Taran Killam, Alvin Queen, Robert Glasper, Q Tip, and Jon Fishman (of Phish), to name a few. He appeared in the film “Can You Ever Forgive Me?” (starring Melissa McCarthy) performing with Justin Vivian Bond. Danton music directed and performed on Austin City Limits with Kat Edmonson and co-produced Edmonson’s highly lauded release on Sony records, Way Down Low, with Al Schmidt (Frank Sinatra, Paul McCartney, Henry Mancini, etc.).

Danton’s new record Space (release date February 10, 2023) showcases his original compositions and features fellow Roy Hargrove alumni Justin Robinson, Willie Jones III, and Tadataka Unno. For more information visit: dantonboller.com