Kenny Bass

Kenny Bass (1922 – 1987), born Peter Bastasic Jr., was the Dean of Cleveland-Style polka broadcasters, and led the Kenny Bass Polka Poppers Orchestra from 1951 to 1966. His primary instrument was the upright bass, but started with the guitar. He served in the U.S. Navy as a radio man in the Pacific, and was also responsible for bringing accordionists Frankie Mauer, Dick Sodja, and Bob Timko to stardom.