The Bass Shed Podcast
The Bass Shed Podcast features in-depth interviews with double bassists and electric bassists from around the world. Hosted by Los Angeles freelance bassist Ryan Roberts, each episode explores artistry, career, and culture in a personal and relaxed style. The podcast is rated in the top 10% of all podcasts globally and is listened to in over 80 countries, making it a valuable resource for bassists of any genre.
Episodes
EP 150- Adam Russell (Story of The Year)
Send us Fan MailIn Episode 150 of The Bass Shed Podcast, Ryan Roberts sits down with Adam Russell, bassist of Story of the Year, to talk about the band’s latest album A.R.S.O.N., their evolution over 25 years, and how his role as a bassist has grown alongside the band.Adam shares how A.R.S.O.N. reflects a return to the band’s emo and post-hardcore roots while focusing more on personal emotional ex
EP 149 - Mark Wade (Bandleader, Composer | New Stages)
Send us Fan MailMark Wade is a New York-based bassist, composer, and bandleader, and a five-time DownBeat Readers’ Poll finalist for Bassist of the Year. In this episode of The Bass Shed Podcast, Ryan Roberts sits down with Mark to talk about his musical path, his work as a creative artist and ensemble leader, and take a deep dive into his latest recording, New Stages.On this episode:Mark Wade’s b
EP 148 - Ed Breckenridge (Thrice)
Send us Fan MailIn Episode 148 of The Bass Shed Podcast, Ryan Roberts sits down with bassist Ed Breckenridge of the band Thrice to talk about creativity, musicianship, and sustaining a band for more than two decades.Ed has helped shape the sound of Thrice since the band’s earliest days, blending heavy rock energy with atmosphere, texture, and evolving songwriting. In this conversation, he shares h
EP 147 - Darren Sacks (Double Bass Coach)
Send us Fan MailIn Episode 147 of The Bass Shed Podcast, Ryan Roberts sits down with freelance double bassist and educator Darren Sacks to explore what truly separates good playing from audition-ready playing.Darren shares the story of hearing the Boston Symphony Orchestra live at sixteen and deciding to switch from saxophone to double bass — a decision that led to rapid advancement, conservatory
EP 146 - Ben Suarez (The Hip Snacks)
Send us Fan MailIn Episode 146 of The Bass Shed Podcast, Ryan Roberts sits down with bassist Ben Suarez to talk about rhythm before instrument, starting bass later in life, and building a band intentionally from the ground up.Ben’s first musical language wasn’t bass — it was hip-hop. Growing up on the East Coast, he spent years freestyling and performing as a rapper before ever picking up the inst
EP 145 - Mark Johnson (The Unfaithful Servants)
Send us Fan MailIn Episode 145 of The Bass Shed Podcast, Ryan Roberts sits down with bassist Mark Johnson of Unfaithful Servants to talk about serving the song, developing real feel, and sustaining a long career in music.Mark has spent over 35 years working as a professional bassist across jazz, bluegrass, Americana, and roots music, and shares how those worlds inform his approach to time, tone, a
EP 144 - Dr. Sean Young (UC Irvine)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ryan sits down with Dr. Sean Young, Professor of Emergency Medicine at the UC Irvine School of Medicine and Professor of Informatics in the Department of Information and Computer Sciences — and a lifelong bassist.Dr. Young holds a Ph.D. in Psychology from Stanford University, an M.S. in Health Services Research from Stanford School of Medicine, and a B.A. in Ethnom
EP 143 - Trish Imbrigno (Bluegrass / Americana Artist)
Send us Fan MailEP 143 – From Classical Burnout to Bluegrass Love Songs with Trish ImbrognoIn this episode, Ryan talks with double bassist Trish Imbrogno about leaving the classical orchestral track and rebuilding her musical life inside bluegrass and Americana.Trish started bass in middle school, progressed quickly through classical method books, and went on to study bass performance at Duquesne
EP 142 - Georgia Weber (Double Bassist, Singer/Songwriter)
Send us Fan MailBig In Japan – Love, Loss & The Beauty of ImperfectionAustralian-born, Brooklyn-based singer, songwriter, and upright bassist Georgia Weber joins host Ryan Roberts to discuss her upcoming EP Big In Japan — a collection of poignant, jazz-rooted songs inspired by Japanese traditions, art, and folklore.In this episode, Georgia shares how stories like Itaru Sasaki’s Wind Telephone
EP 141 - Bud LeCompte (Bass & Pick-up Builder)
Send us Fan MailEP 141 of The Bass Shed Podcast features an in-depth conversation with bass and pickup builder Bud LeCompte, the mastermind behind LeCompte Basses. Bud delves into his journey from musician to luthier, sharing how his passion for design and tone led him to develop custom instruments that stand out in the boutique bass world. He discusses the challenges and rewards of handcrafting b
EP 140 - Chris Hornung (Double Bassist / Educator / Zimmerman Publications)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, host Ryan Roberts speaks with double bassist and educator Chris Hornung about the history of rock music. Key topics include the genre’s roots in Tin Pan Alley, country, and blues, as well as the influence of early pioneers like Chuck Berry and Elvis Presley. A rock history instructor offers insights into rock’s evolution—from its emergence and impact on 1950s teena
EP 139 - Rudy Sarzo (Quiet Riot, Ozzy Osbourne, WhiteSnake, DIO)
Send us Fan MailIn this engaging episode of The Bass Shed Podcast, legendary rock bassist Rudy Sarzo takes listeners on a journey through his musical origins, cultural adaptation, and career highlights. He shares stories about his early life in Los Angeles, his Cuban heritage, and the profound influence of American music—particularly after witnessing The Beatles on The Ed Sullivan Show. Reflecting
EP 138 - Lawrence Haber (Freelance Bassist, Music Director, Educator)
Send us Fan MailIn EP 138 of The Bass Shed Podcast, Host Ryan Roberts interviews bass player Lawrence Haber, who shares his musical journey, highlighting his introduction to music in New Jersey and his influences from renowned bassists of the 90s. He delves into bass playing techniques, emphasizing the significance of tempo, articulation, and creative chord structures in composition. Discussing va
EP 137 - Steve Billman (Frank Gambale, Billy Cobham, Liza Minnelli, Alex Acuña)
Send us Fan MailIn the recent podcast chat, bassist and educator Steve Billman sat down with Ryan to explore his musical journey and teaching philosophy. A longtime faculty member at Los Angeles College of Music, Steve has performed and recorded with a wide range of artists across jazz, fusion, and contemporary styles including: Frank Gambale, Billy Cobham, Liza Minnelli, Daniel Ho, Tak Matsumoto,
EP 136 - David Dyson (Me'Shell N'degeocello, New Kids On The Block, Producer, Songwriter)
Send us Fan MailOn this episode of The Bass Shed Podcast, host Ryan Roberts sits down with renowned bassist, songwriter, arranger, and producer David Dyson. Born in Rapid City, South Dakota, and raised in Washington, D.C., Dyson’s musical journey began with baritone (euphonium) before switching to bass at age 12, inspired by Larry Graham and Louis Johnson.A Berklee College of Music graduate, Dyson
EP 135 - Steve Rosati (Steve The Bass Guy / Performer, Educator, Author)
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Ryan sits down with professional bassist and educator Steve Rosati for an in-depth conversation about his musical journey, gear choices, and teaching philosophy.🎸 Bass & Gear TalkSteve shares his background as a bassist, discussing his experiences with different instruments and his preferences when it comes to gear. He dives into the nuances of playing with fla
EP 134 - Nomad (Producer, Music Director, The Career Musician)
Send us Fan MailNomad’s impressive career highlights his versatility and expertise across various musical domains, from touring to studio production and film scoring. His collaborations with a range of top artists and his work on well-known soundtracks show a deep and diverse skill set, making his insights on *The Bass Shed Podcast* a valuable resource for anyone interested in professional musicia
EP 128 - Frank Canino (Joe Cocker, Ray Charles)
Send us Fan MailEpisode 128 of The Bass Shed Podcast features Frank Canino, a seasoned bassist with an extensive career in both live performance and studio recordings. Frank Canino is known for his deep-rooted experience in genres like jazz, Latin, rock, and blues, and he has worked with a wide range of notable artists throughout his career.In the podcast, Canino discusses his journey as a bass pl
EP 133 - Oskar Cartaya (Tito Puente, Jennifer Lopez, Producer, Arranger)
Send us Fan MailIn Episode 133 of The Bass Shed Podcast, host Ryan Roberts sits down with bass legend Oskar Cartaya. Known for his dynamic Latin grooves, funk bass lines, and contributions to the world of Latin jazz, Oskar shares insights from his incredible career. From playing with legends like Herb Alpert, Jennifer Lopez, and Spyro Gyra, to his work as a session musician and bandleader, Oskar d
EP 132 - Gary Wicks (The Manhattan Transfer, Stevie Wonder, Take 6, John Williams)
Send us Fan MailGary Wicks is an in-demand bassist, composer, educator and clinician in Los Angeles whose versatility has enabled him to perform with world class artists in many different venues around the world. Originally from Albany, NY, this second generation bassist has been a part of the vibrant music scenes of Los Angeles, CA; London, UK; Albany, NY; and Boston, MA where he earned a BM in D
EP - 131 Matt Krahula (Bassist, Songwriter, Producer)
Send us Fan MailMatt Krahula is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, producer, currently based out of Honolulu, HI. He is the bassist for Grammy Nominated artist Henry Kapono, lead singer of The Nightmare River Band and one half of the Chamber Folk duo, Beyond Hope, with Canadian Singer Fiddler, Sierra Noble. After years of touring the mainland and bouncing around the vibrant New York Cit
EP 130 - Sam Misner & Megan Smith (Recording artist Misner & Smith)
Send us Fan MailEpisode 130 of The Bass Shed Podcast features Northern California-based duo Misner & Smith, diving into their long-anticipated album "All Is Song". Known for their rich harmonies and storytelling that blend folk and roots influences, Sam Misner (guitar, vocals) and Megan Smith (bass, vocals) reflect on six years of development for this project. Conceived in 2017, the
EP 129 - Peter Dominguez (Educator, Solo Artist, Richard Davis Foundation, Milt Hinton Institute)
Send us Fan MailBassist & Educator Peter Dominguez is Professor the of Double Bass and Jazz Studies at the University of Wisconsin- Madison and Artistic Director of the Richard Davis Foundation for Young Bassist Inc annual conference in Madison Wisconsin, and the director of the Milt Hinton Institute for Studio Bass. On EP 129, Dominguez discusses his insights into jazz, the double bass, and h
EP 127 - Andrew Ryan (NY Bassist/Recording Engineer, 9 Horses)
Send us Fan MailAndrew Ryan, NY bassist/recording engineer and member of the group 9 Horses discusses their latest release STRUM. This album showcases a unique blend of classical, jazz, and contemporary music. Joining Andrew Ryan in the group is Joe Brent (mandolin), Sara Caswell (violin), The music by 9 horses is imaginative and deeply emotive. The Album strum is made up of 8 tracks and each tune
EP 126 -Mark Egan (Session Player, Solo Artist, Pat Metheny Group)
Send us Fan MailOne of the premier electric bassists of contemporary jazz, Mark Egan has distinguished himself over the past five decades with his distinctive fretless bass sound that has graced countless jazz and pop albums as well as award-winning movie and television soundtracks. An in-demand New York City studio musician who has played on multi-gold and platinum-selling recordings by Sting, Ar
EP 125 - Joris Teepe (Rashid Ali, Veteran NY sideman & Composer, band leader)
Send us Fan MailJoris Teepe is an acoustic and electric bassist from Amsterdam and has lived in New York since 1992. He has led his own groups for 30 years and recorded 22 CD’s as a leader or co-leader and over 60 CD’s as a sideman.Arriving in New York in 1992 with just his bass and a suitcase, he took lessons with bassist Ron Carter, quickly met many musicians and started to work a lot. A year la
EP 124 - Tom Kennedy (Freddie Hubbard, Sonny Stitt, Micheal Brecker, Solo Artist)
Send us Fan MailTom’s musical roots with on the acoustic bass, an instrument he started playing at age 9 and took to so naturally that within a few years he was performing with internationally known players such as Freddie Hubbard, James Moody, Nat Adderly, Sonny Stitt and Stan Kenton.At age 17, Tom would create a musical alter ego when he began playing the electric bass. Intrigued by the endless
EP 123 - Reggie Hamilton (Seal, Whitney Houston, Billy Childs, George Duke)
Send us Fan MailReggie Hamilton was born in NYC. He spent his formative years on the east coast and started playing bass at age 11. He was also fortunate enough to have New York bassist Kim Clarke as his first teacher.Two years later, Reggie would take up the acoustic bass to strengthen his foundation as a bassist. Much of Reggie’s early playing experiences were spent in R&B and jazz clubs.He
EP 122 - Darek Oles (Brad Mehldau, Pat Metheny, John Abercrombie, Solo Artist)
Send us Fan MailDarek Oles (Oleszkiewicz) was born on February 20, 1963 in Wroclaw, Poland. At the age of five Oles began his music education at the State Music School in Wroclaw. Piano was his first instrument, but later he played guitar, electric bass and finally at eighteen years old, he switched to accoustic bass. While in his teens he played with amateur groups, evolving in popular music styl
EP 121 - Kathryn Schulmeister (ELISION Ensemble, Fonema Consort [NYC], and the Echoi Ensemble [LA])
Send us Fan MailKathryn is a member of several contemporary music ensembles including the renowned Australian ELISION Ensemble, Fonema Consort (NYC), and the Echoi Ensemble (LA). She has performed as a guest artist with various adventurous international ensembles such as Klangforum Wien, Ensemble MusikFabrik, Delirium Musicum, Ensemble Dal Niente, and Ensemble Vertixe Sonora.Equally passionate and
EP 120 - Dr. Matt Hare (Principal Bass of the Mozart Classical Orchestra and the Long Beach Ballet)
Send us Fan MailMatt Hare is well known as a performer and educator. He is on faculty at the University of California at Irvine, Concordia University, and Saddleback College. Dr. Hare also teaches several sections of Music Appreciation and History of Rock online and in the classroom at Saddleback College. He is a string coach at Irvine, Laguna Hills, Trabuco Hills, and University high schools. He
EP 119 Bryan Beller (The Aristocrats, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, Solo Artist, Clinician)
Send us Fan MailBryan Beller has maintained a multi-faceted career as a bassist, composer, solo artist and clinician for over 25 years, earning his reputation as a uniquely talented yet supremely tasteful team player for instrumentally-minded artists. He is a founding member of The Aristocrats which is one of the hottest acts in rock/fusion today; their 2019 release You Know What…? debuted at #2 o
EP 118 - Russell Thompson (Principal Bassist Arkansas Symphony)
Send us Fan Mail Russell was lucky to grow up in a musical family in Chagrin Falls, Ohio. His mother played the bassoon, his father played the french horn, and his step-father taught saxophone and played jazz. He began playing the bass in 4’th grade, but his interest in classical music began to spark when he began studying with Tracy Rowell and joined the Cleveland Orchestra Youth Orchestra (COYO
EP 117 - Tony Grey (John McLaughlin, Hiromi, Mike Stern, Solo Artist)
Send us Fan MailBorn March 25, 1975 in Newcastle, England. Tony is a multi-instrumentalist, master bassist, composer, producer, published author and award-winning music educator; he studied at the world-renowned Berklee College of Music and graduated in 2001, receiving the prestigious 'Outstanding Performer' award. Tony is known for his 6-string electric bass technique, his blend of jazz
EP 116 - David Rodriguez (Isaac Hayes, Tito Puente, Rochester Philharmonic, NJPAC Vice President)
Send us Fan Mail Bassist David Rodriguez has worked with groups ranging from Isaac Hayes to Tito Puente to the Rochester Philharmonic. He studied at Juilliard, the Eastman School of Music, and Mansfield University. David is currently the Executive Producer and Executive Vice President of The New Jersey Performing Arts Center where the Milt Hinton Institute for Studio Bass is held. The Milt Hinton
EP 115 - John Pena (Session Player, Chaka Kahn, Michael Brecker, Jerry Garcia, Ricky Martin)
Send us Fan MailJohn Peña is an in demand touring and session bassist, writer, arranger, producer, and engineer. John has performed and/or recorded with a wide variety of artitists , including: Celia Cruz, Carlos Santana, Julio Iglesias, Tania Maria, Natalie Cole, The Crusaders, Herb Alpert, Chaka Khan, Jerry Garcia, Chick Corea, Steve Vai, Diana Ross, Aretha Franklin, Ricky Martin, Barry Manilow,
EP 114 - Jerry Jemmott (Aretha Franklin, Nina Simone, B.B. King, Session Musician)
Send us Fan MailJerry Jemmott is a highly respected American bass guitarist and session musician, best known for his work in the realms of blues, jazz, and R&B. He was born on May 22, 1946, in New York City.Throughout his extensive career, Jemmott has played with numerous iconic artists, leaving a significant impact on the music industry. He is particularly known for his bass playing with B.B.
EP 113 - Marty Isenberg (NY Jazz Double Bassist, Composer, Recording Artist)
Send us Fan MailPlaying bass was love at first pluck for Marty Isenberg. His career as a jazz musician began at the age of 12, after losing his father to cancer the year prior. A skilled amateur musician, Marty’s father kept many instruments around the house that he would play for the family. After his death, Marty would pull one of these instruments off the wall and begin teaching himself how to
EP 112 - Roberto Vally (George Benson, Christopher Cross, Bobby Caldwell, Boz Scaggs)
Send us Fan MailRoberto Vally’s accomplishments within music date back to his formidable years in New York where he was awarded his Junior High School’s Music Honor Award. It was clear that Roberto was destined to pursue an education in music. From 1974-1978 he attended New York City’s legendary High School of Music and Art-depicted in Fame (1980 film). Continuing his education in music theory and
EP 111 - P.J. Cinque (San Diego Symphony / San Diego Bass Fest)
Send us Fan MailDouble bassist P.J. Cinque joined the San Diego Symphony in 2015, having previously been a member of the Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra. In addition, P.J. serves as Assistant Principal Bass of the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra and has performed with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra, the Los Angeles Philharmonic, the Utah Symphony, and the City of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra. As a
EP 110 - Kenny Lee Lewis (Steve Miller Band, Session Player)
Send us Fan MailKenny Lee Lewis has been a member of The Steve Miller Band for over 41 years and is now their current touring bass player. The Steve Miller Band was inducted into the Rock Hall of Fame in 2016. Kenny speaks about how he landed the gig with Miller and attributes of his artistry that have sustained him in the music industry. Kenny, also an amateur luthier, took it upon himself to cre
EP 109 - Chris van Voorst van Beest (NY Chamber Music Composer / Bassist)
Send us Fan MailChris van Voorst van Beest is a bassist and composer who grew up in Maine and lives in Brooklyn, NY. Hailed as "a double bassist with an exceptional ability to improvise," (Erminio Garotta - Sound & Vision) Chris has performed and/or recorded with artists as diverse as Frank Kimbrough, Robert Glasper, Gabriel Kahane, and George Garzone. Sought after in a variety of mu
EP 108 - Eric Shedd (The Birds of Play)
Send us Fan MailEric Shedd is the bassist for the Colorado based group "Birds of Play". Birds of Play is an Americana Roots quartet based in the San Juan Mountains of Southwestern Colorado. Their distinct sound is rooted in and inspired by their connection to the land in which they reside. The band features multi- instrumentalists and songwriters Alex Paul on Guitar, Upright Bass, Mandol
EP 107 - Zac Gilliam (The Runaway Grooms)
Send us Fan MailBassist Zach Gilliam was born in Memphis Tennessee and moved to Nashville to pursue songwriting. After deciding to take a break from music, he moved to the small mountain town of Eagle, Colorado. While in Colorado, Zach joined the band " The Runaway Grooms" On this episode, Zach discusses his move to Colorado from Nashville, TN and what his intentions were with the move a
EP 106 - Ted Pecciho (Doyle Bramhall II, Tedeschi Trucks Band, Amy Helm)
Send us Fan MailIn demand Nashville Bassist Ted Pecchio has recorded with Doyle Bramhall II, Tedeschi Trucks Band, The Chris Robinson Brotherhood, Amy Helm, Oliver Wood and Colonel Bruce Hampton and The Codetalkers.Ted is originally from Youngstown, Ohio and was born into a musical family. His father Daniel Pecchio was the bassist for Glass Harp (a rock band based in Ohio that had gained success
EP 105 - Nate Sabat (Bluegrass & Folk Bassist / Mile 12)
Send us Fan MailNate Sabat is a bassist, singer-songwriter, arranger and instructor based in Brooklyn, NY. He is a founding member of the award-winning string band Mile Twelve. A native-New Yorker, he attended LaGuardia High School as a vocal principal and went on to study upright bass at the Berklee College of Music. He has performed on stages throughout Europe, Japan, New Zealand, Australia, Can
EP 104 - Steve Millhouse (NY bassist/bandleader)
Send us Fan MailNY Bassist/Bandleader Steve Millhouse speaks about his new album "The Unwinding" available on Steeple Chase Records.More about the album:The first Steve Millhouse Trio recording will be released on SteepleChase Records on February 15th. Liner notes by Steve Swallow and Gary Fukushima. Physical copies will be distributed internationally and available on all streaming platf
EP 103 - Becky Baldwin (UK Metal Bassist)
Send us Fan MailBecky Baldwin is one of the UK’s busiest rock bassists. After playing the piano as a child, Becky picked up the bass guitar as a teenager and began performing with bands at school. In 2009 she moved from Trowbridge to Bristol to study at BIMM Bristol and became closely involved in Bristol’s music scene. Becky holds a BA Honors degree in Professional Musicianship and now lives in th
EP 102 - Erik Kertes (Shakira, Michael Buble, Composer, Producer)
Send us Fan MailLos Angeles native, Erik Kertes, is a songwriter, producer, arranger, composer, touring and recording upright and electric bassist, music director, and a multi-instrumentalist.Between running a recording studio, touring with acts like Shakira and Michael Buble, composing for TV and film, and writing songs for major label artists which have reached the Billboard top 10, Erik still f
EP 101 - Tony Garnier (Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, Asleep At the Wheel)
Send us Fan MailElectric & Double Bassist Tony Garnier is a Grammy Award winning sideman for legendary household names in the music business. Having joined songwriting icon Bob Dylan in 1989, and also performing alongside Asleep At The Wheel, Tom Waits, Loudon Wainwright III, Paul Simon, and many others, Garnier has played with some of the best that ever were. On this episode, Tony Garnier di
EP 100- The Bass Shed Podcast Highlights
Send us Fan Mailhttps://www.instagram.com/the_bass_shed/The Bass Shed Podcast hits 100! On this very special episode, I revisit some important conversations i've had with guests over the years. Interview clips from:EP 77 - Lance MorrisonComposer, touring and session bassist Lance Morrison has recorded/performed with Rod Stewart, Alanis Morissete, The New Radicals, Lee Ann Rhymes, Rick Springf
EP 99 - Tim Landers (NY/LA Session Player, Al Di Meola, Billy Cobham, Gil Evans, Tracy Chapman, Tori Amos, Lee Ritenour, Dave Grusin)
Send us Fan MailTim Landers is session bass player, spending some time on the NY session scene and working as a session player in Los Angeles. Tim has worked with jazz/fusion artists such as Al Di Meola, Billy Cobham, and Gil Evans. Tim has also worked with; Tracy Chapman, Tori Amos, Lee Ritenour and Dave Grusin.In Addition, Tim has made incredible contributions to bass guitar design. He was on th
EP 98 - Michael Viscelgia (Suzanne Vega, Jackson Browne, Avril Lavigne, Phoebe Snow, Cyndi Lauper, Bette Midler, Broadway Bassist, Author)
Send us Fan MailN.Y. Electric Bassist Mike Visceglia has worked with Suzanne Vega, Jackson Browne, Avril Lavigne, Phoebe Snow, Cyndi Lauper, Bette Midler and many others. Mike also co-leads a couple projects; Then Their Were Two and Pine Cats. Then Their Were Two is a duo project with Mike on electric bass and vocalist Fiona McBain. Mike and Fiona have cultivate arrangements of pop tunes and jazz
EP 97 - Barry Green (Principal Bassist/Educator/Author)
Send us Fan MailBarry Green is active as a bass soloist, recording artist, author and teacher. He has been directing bass camps and schools for over 44 years, and is founder and director of the Ohio State Bass Camp. Green has studied with the legendary bassist François Rabbath. Barry’s most recent project includes a unique exercise program called Stringersize. Barry Green served as principal bassi
EP 96 - Jon D'Auria & Chris Jisi (Bass Magazine)
Send us Fan MailMusic Journalists Jon D'Auria (Editor in Cheif) Chris Jisi (Senior Editor) of Bass Magazine, discuss their time working as music journalists, Bass Magazine and shifts in culture that impact the magazine.Bass Magazine is a digital publication with daily web and social media posts dedicated to being the leading light on the past, present, and future of bass. From in-depth artist
EP 95 - L. Ellis Hahn (Boutique Bass Builder / L.E.H. Guitars)
Send us Fan MailWords from Ellis:“I officially began my guitar making career in Chicago back in 2002, when my favorite guitar was in need of major repair. I did what I always do: read every book I can find about the subject. After that I was hooked, I found an apprenticeship and realized that rather than repairs, designing and building instruments was what I wanted to do for the rest of my life.
EP 94 - Joshua Stamper (Composer / Double Bassist)
Send us Fan MailJoshua Stamper has been a composer and collaborator for nearly thirty years. Equally at home in the jazz, classical, avant-garde, and indie/alternative worlds, and working with filmmakers, dancers, visual artists, poets and architects, his work reflects a deep commitment to transdisciplinary collaboration. Joshua has worked as an orchestral arranger, a studio conductor, and session
EP 93 - Kaisa Mäensivu (Double Bassist, Composer, Solo Artist, David Kilkowski)
Send us Fan MailKaisa Mäensivu is a Finnish double bass player and composer. She is currently based in New York, where she finished her Master's degree at the highly acclaimed Manhattan School of Music in May 2017. She studied under the guidance of teachers and professors such as Dave Liebman and Jay Anderson. Prior to moving to New York, Kaisa studied at the prestigious Sibelius Academy Jazz
EP 92 - Harmoni Kelley (Kenny Chesney, Hank Williams Jr., Fastball)
Send us Fan MailHarmoni Kelley is a nationally touring bassist and vocalist from Austin, Texas, currently on tour with country music superstar, Kenny Chesney. A self-taught musician, Harmoni picked up the bass guitar at age 17 and hasn’t looked back. With over two decades of experience both on the road and in the studio, she has mastered the art of playing by ear and understands the importance of
EP 91 - Robert Oppelt (Principal Bassist with National Symphony Orchestra)
Send us Fan MailBorn in Richmond, Kentucky, he began playing the piano and violin as a youngster, then took up the double bass at 15. After two years of study, he won the concerto competition at Brevard Music Center with Dragonetti’s Concerto in A Major, and later was a two-time competition winner at North Carolina School of the Arts, where he was also the recipient of the Vittorio Giannini Memori
EP 90 - Brandon Brown (Stevie Wonder, The Jacksons, Boyz II Men, Isaac Hayes)
Send us Fan MailRecording & Touring Bassist, Brandan Brown has toured with Legendary Artists such as, The Jacksons, Stevie Wonder, Isaac Hayes, Boyz II Men, Jessica Simpson and more. At the age of 19 Brandan was awarded an Oscar for his playing on the soundtrack of 2005 film “Hustle & Flow”. In addition to Brandon’s demanding tour schedule, he also leads his own project The Brandon Brown C
EP 89 - Abo Gumroyan (Grammy Award Winning Acoustic/Electric/ Synth Bassist, SF Symphony, Recording Session Musician)
Send us Fan MailThe son of Armenian immigrants, Abe was born in Los Angeles, CA and began double bass studies at the age of 9. A frequent guest with the San Francisco and San Diego Symphony Orchestras, Abe has had the unique opportunity to work with the world's leading conductors such as Michael Tilson Thomas, Ricardo Muti, John Adams, and Charles Dutoit. Grammy award winning electric and aco
EP 88 - Benjamin J. Shepherd (Mike Stern, John Beasley, Chance The Rapper, Kamasi Washington)
Send us Fan MailBorn and raised in Wellington, New Zealand, Grammy nominated and winning Bassist Benjamin J. Shepherd started playing when he was 7 years old. 11 years later he moved to Los Angeles to pursue a full time music career and to study with Bass legends Charlie Haden, Alphonso Johnson and Darek Oles at the California Institute of Arts (CalArts). He has since become one of the most in dem
EP 87 - Nick Campbell (Pomplamoose, Scary Pockets, Charlie Puth, Vulfpeck)
Send us Fan MailNick Campbell plays the electric bass. He was born and raised in Los Angeles and like most members of the city’s bountiful music scene he spent the majority of his youth in the annals of music education. It was here that Campbell developed his unique penchant for superimposing triadic patterns over static harmony (commonly referred to as “getting modal”).You may have seen him playi
EP 86 - Marlon Martinez (Composer/Arranger Marlonius Jazz Orchestra)
Send us Fan MailMarlon Martinez is a young virtuoso bassist and composer emerging at the center of the resurgent Los Angeles jazz scene. He has demonstrated his virtuosity while touring with a wide range of artists, from rock icon Stewart Copeland to classical trailblazers Quatuor Ebène. Marlon is the protégé of mentor Stanley Clarke and studied with legendary jazz bassist Ron Carter in New York C
EP 85 - Corey McCormick (Chris Cornell / Neil Young / Willie Nelson)
Send us Fan MailTouring bassist Corey McCormick has had the honor of working with amazing artists, some of which he grew up a fan of, learning their music long before he had the opportunity to play with them. Some of those artists include Chris Cornell, Neil Young an Willie Nelson to name a few. His talent has also been called upon by international artists such as, Vasco Rossi and Koshi Inaba.Supp
EP 84 - Oskar Cartaya (Spyro Gyra, Herb Albert, Jennifer Lopez, Celia Cruz, Rubén Blades, Tito Puente)
Send us Fan MailOskar Cartaya, during the course of a full career playing bass, composing, arranging and acting as musical director for an amazing array of artists, Oskar has soaked up the influences of his homes in Puerto Rico, New York and Los Angeles to create his very unique style.A long prolific career working with the likes of Spyro Gyra, Herb Albert, Jennifer Lopez, Celia Cruz, Rubén Blades
EP 83 - Charley Sabatino (NY Electric & Double Bassist / Educator)
Send us Fan MailCharley Sabatino is a veteran bassist, composer and educator with more than 40 years of experience. He plays both upright and electric bass, encompassing a wide range of styles and performs throughout the NY/Metro Area. Charley co-led "The Velocity Duo", a free composed music group that has released a CD (“Dichotomies”) and toured through the US and Europe. Charley&a
EP 82 - Ryan Gullen (The Sheepdogs)
Send us Fan MailRyan Gullen, bassist for The Sheepdogs.The Sheepdogs are a Canadian rock band formed in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan in 2004. The Sheepdogs were the first unsigned band to make the cover of Rolling Stone and have gone on to a career featuring multi-platinum album sales and four Juno Awards.The band's guitar-driven blues-rock style has been described as "pure, simple, good-tim
EP 81 - Eva Gardner (Touring Bassist with Pink / Recording Artist)
Send us Fan MailTouring bassist and recording artist Eva Gardner. Eva has been an in-demand bassist for the past couple decades. In 2001 Eva was the original bassist for the band Mars Volta. She later went on to work with Tim Burgess, Veruca Salt and joined the band for the artist Pink in 2007. Eva has also released 2 EPs…. The 2019 release was titled “Chasing Ghosts” and the most recent release i
EP 80 - Jeff Bradetich (Professor at UNT / former ISB Director / Author / International Double Bass soloist)
Send us Fan MailJeff Bradetich is regarded as one of the leading performers and teachers of the double bass in the United States. He has won many major solo competitions, recorded six solo albums of music for double bass and piano and has been featured on radio and television throughout North and South America and Europe including CBS, CNN, BBC and NPR. He has taught on the faculties of the Univer
EP 78 - Matt Aronoff (NY Jazz Bassist / Composer)
Send us Fan MailMatt Aronoff is an in demand NY Jazz Double Bassist. While studying with Jonathan Storck of the NJ Symphony and jazz bassist John Webber, he earned a scholarship to Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, PA. While in Pittsburgh, he studied with Pittsburgh Symphony double bassist Anthony Bianco and saxophonist Eric Kloss, both of whom became important mentors, musically and per
EP 79 - Anthony Vitti (Professor at Berklee College of Music / Author)
Send us Fan MailAnthony Vitti is a Professor at the Berklee College of music and was a founding member in creating the courses for Electric Bass at the school. Anthony attended Berklee College of Music from 1982-1986. He graduated with honors and went on to work towards his Masters degree in jazz performance at the University of Lowell. Antony Vitti had the opportunity to work with a very wide var
EP 77 - Lance Morrison (Rod Stewart, Alanis Morissette, Don Henley, Richard Marx, Mike Campbell’s band “Dirty Knobs")
Send us Fan MailComposer, touring and session bassist Lance Morrison has recorded/performed with Rod Stewart, Alanis Morissette, The New Radicals, Lee Ann Rhymes, Rick Springfield, Don Henley, Richard Marx, Volto, The Coors, Gavin DeGraw and more. Lance is a member of Mike Campbell’s band “Dirty Knobs”. In this interview Lance talks about touring post pandemic, and touring with The Dirty Knobs, w
EP 76 - Finay (Abhi Manapragada / Jordan Hathaway)
Send us Fan MailFinay is a platform for musicians that focuses on compensating artists for their intellectual and creative property. Cofounders Abhi Manapragada and Jordan Hathaway give insight into block-chain technology and NFTs and how these technologies can benefit musicians and artists. Support the showInstagram / Twitter / Youtube / Website / BSA / View More Episodes
EP 75 - Lorin Cohen (NY Jazz Bassist with Jon Faddis, Monty Alexander, Joe Locke)
Send us Fan MailElectric and Double Bassist Lorin Cohen is an active member of the NY jazz scene. Lorin has performed with: Adam Rogers, Adam Cruz, Andy Bey, Antonio Hart, Bob Sheppard, Bucky Pizzarelli, Clarence Penn, David Binney, George Colligan, Houston Person, Joe LaBarbara, Joe Locke, Johnny Griffin, Jon Faddis, Monty Alexander, Ralph Bowen, Regina Carter, Ryan Cohan, Stefon Harris, Steve Tu
EP 74 - Jason Brown (Hank Williams III and Double Bass Luthier)
Send us Fan MailDouble Bassist and Luthier Jason Brown discusses his time performing with Hank Williams III, his history as a luthier and work on double basses.Support the showInstagram / Twitter / Youtube / Website / BSA / View More Episodes
EP 73 - Sebastain Steinberg (Soul Coughing, Fiona Apple)
Send us Fan MailElectric and Double Bassist Sebastian Steinberg is a founding member of the band SOUL COUGHING. Soul Coughing had a couple hit songs in the 90’s with “Soundtrack to Mary" and "Super Bon Bon”. Steinberg had also worked with Eddie Vedder, Blake Mills and Vanessa Carlton. Sebastian played on the Fiona Apple album “The Idler’s Wheel” and “Fetch The Bolt Cutters” (which he als
EP 72 - Damian Erskine (Solo Artist, Educator)
Send us Fan MailElectric bassist Damian Erskine speaks about his recordings as a solo artist, his process of practicing and personal style of learning. Damian also speaks of his time at Berklee School of Music and music that is dear to him although he is regularly recognized as a jazz player.Support the showInstagram / Twitter / Youtube / Website / BSA / View More Episodes
EP 71 - Jimi Jazz Prescott (G Love and Special Sauce)
Send us Fan MailInterview with bassist for G Love and Special Sauce, Jimi Jazz Prescott. Recorded live in the bass showroom at Lemur Music. Jimi Jazz discusses his history with G Love, touring, bass set-up, and his early jazz influences.Support the showInstagram / Twitter / Youtube / Website / BSA / View More Episodes
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