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If you’re a bassist — you’re in the right place. Join Scott Devine and Ian Allison from SBL as they dissect every aspect to being a bass player - professional or hobbyist - from basses and gear hacks, to musicianship and gig tips, all the way to mental health and what the future might hold for the music industry.
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125 - Scott DISAPPOINTS at a gig / New SBL HQ / Clinics vs. Masterclasses / Why Prep is EVERYTHING from 2023-11-27T00:00
So, you’ve had a bad gig. What next? We’ve all been there – the tiny stage with no power, the would-be bassist that wants to do a song. Nightmare gig stories are so commonplace there’s even a Fa...
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124 - Scott's Journey of Overcoming His Fretboard Woes from 2023-11-22T00:00
Did you know that a 20-fret bass guitar contains 80 notes? Which can make learning the fretboard a huge challenge that can crush both beginner and experienced bass players! In today’s episode, S...
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123 - Oops... Scott bought a NEW bass, making ultimate CHEAP bass, Do BIG headstocks change the tone? from 2023-11-20T00:00
Looking for a bass guitar bargain? If you're in the market for a budget bass to add to your collection, nowadays you can get some serious bang for your buck. In today’s episode, we explore ...
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122 - HYPERSPHERE - Scott's Album Breakdowns - Tone, Grooves, Solo's, Technique and More from 2023-11-17T00:00
In today’s episode, we dive into one of Scott’s favourite tracks from The Devine King Project, Vol. 1. In fact, Hypersphere shaped the atmosphere of the whole session. The track’s signature soun...
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121 - The CONFUSING world of STRINGS - Part 2 from 2023-11-13T06:00
With so much attention put on our instruments and amps, and even pedals, many bass players are quick to underestimate the importance of their strings. But your strings are the only thing between...
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120 - ELECTRON GAME / Scott's Album Breakdowns (Tone, Grooves, Solo's, Technique and More) from 2023-11-10T00:00
Our next take away from The Devine King Project, Vol. 1 is Electron Game. All of the previous tunes have offered their own playing challenges, but now we’re upping the shred quota even further! ...
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119 - The Mentality and GEAR you need to survive the PIT! West End Legend Ian King from 2023-11-06T00:00
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118 - SCUTTLE FISH / Scott's Album Breakdowns (Tone, Grooves, Solo's, Technique and More) from 2023-11-03T00:00
In today’s episode, we dive into the track Scuttle Fish from The Devine King Project, Vol. 1. Learn how I tackled the time signature, and the opening slap bass riff. This track also features a s...
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117 - The CONFUSING world of STRINGS! from 2023-10-30T00:00
There's nothing quite like slapping on a new set of strings. It’s the quickest, easiest and cheapest way of breathing new life into your instrument. But finding the right set can take a few...
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116 - GLASS CEILING / Scott's Album Breakdowns (Tone, Grooves, Solo's, Technique and More) from 2023-10-27T00:00
As bassists we get used to writing bass lines that are grooving, but can the bass guitar also play the melody of a song or be the focal point? In today’s episode, you’ll hear Scott’s analysis of...
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115 - Secret goings on at SBL / Are Relics a CRIME? / Are PJ Pickups any good? / Scott's designing a BASS?! from 2023-10-23T00:00
Many of us love old bass guitars because of the almost indefinable cool that comes with a vintage instrument. A bass that’s been artificially aged, however – the type we often call a relic – giv...
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114 - SILENT DELINEATION / Scott's Album Breakdowns (Tone, Grooves, Solo's, Technique and More) from 2023-10-20T00:00
Our next track from The Devine King Project, Vol. 1 is a nod to the cyclic chord pattern of Giant Steps by jazz saxophonist John Coltrane. Luckily, you don't need to know a major third from...
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113 - Better than NAMM? / 59P's (worth it?) / Why all Jazz Basses AREN'T the same! from 2023-10-16T00:00
For gear-savvy musicians, California’s Winter NAMM Show is the biggest event of the year, but is it the best? So on to this episode, and having crossed the Atlantic earlier in the year Ian bring...
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112 - WIRED TELEMETRY / Scott's Album Breakdowns (Tone, Grooves, Solo's, Technique and More) from 2023-10-13T00:00
Wired Telemetry is the second track from The Devine King Project, Vol. 1. It’s a classic fusion instrumental, which makes it a great vehicle for anyone looking to experiment with improvising. In...
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111 - The 5'must have'FX pedals / Scott's giving away THE bass / Finding YOUR sound from 2023-10-09T00:00
Clever use of a stompbox can transform even the most ordinary bass guitar part into a classic. In this episode, we run through our guide to the best and most desirable effects pedals ever to bra...
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110 - GAME THEORY / Scott's Album Breakdowns (Tone, Grooves, Solo's, Technique and More) from 2023-10-06T00:00
The Devine King Project, Vol. 1 has finally arrived! The album was recorded back in May and features a star-studded line up of award-winning musicians, including Gergo Borlai, Nate Werth, Scott ...
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109 - Fender Custom Shop vs. Squier / The Day I Stopped Liking Fodera from 2023-10-02T00:00
Fender’s Custom Shop and its sub-brand Squier are two of the biggest names in the bass world, but many of the instruments they make can look the same, and in some cases actually sound very simil...
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108 - What I learned from recording my album - Part 2: Mindset, preparation®rets from 2023-09-25T00:00
When it comes to recording, everyone has their own way of getting in the zone. Sure, spontaneous magic can sometimes happen, but being prepared for what you're about to do is the best way t...
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107 - What I learned from recording my album - Part 1 - The Gear from 2023-09-18T16:00
Back in May, we went to the studio to record the first SBL album project. Originally it was going to be a pretty straightforward release… but having read through a bunch of comments, we decided ...
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106 - Bass cab roundup! / Scott giving away his FAVORITE BASS?! from 2023-09-11T00:00
What a stupid question, right? As bass players, there are few things more satisfying than pulling the trigger on a new bass, but would we be better served expanding our amp collections instead? ...
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105 - Emergency Episode... All your burning questions from 2023-09-04T13:00
There’s a reason more people listen to Guns N’ Roses than Victor Wooten, and it’s not because Duff McKagan is better at playing arpeggios! But still, good technique is something that every bassi...
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104 - Demystifying the DI / Ian SUCKS at reading / Have Short Scales FINALLY had their 15 Minutes?! from 2023-08-28T00:00
In this week’s episode, Ian tells us about his experience playing with a full orchestra and navigating the social and musical intricacies he encountered, including confronting his imposter syndr...
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103 - Drama in the Bass Community / Why Technique is Important / Scott loses the bass of a lifetime from 2023-08-22T00:00
We love the bass community and will always maintain that it is THE best community in music to be a part of. BUT. Every now and then even our community members show an uglier side. In the world o...
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102 - What if it ISN'T a Fender? Scott Abandons the P bass! Technique is EVERYTHING! from 2023-08-18T00:00
Are Fenders really the best option, especially when you’re looking to play professionally? Maybe not? In today’s podcast, we’re exploring why your bass doesn’t HAVE to be a Fender and s...
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101 - Is he playing the MOST HISTORIC gig ever?! Amos Heller from 2023-08-10T00:00
A veteran of the Nashville studio scene, Amos Heller has occupied the bass chair for Taylor Swift’s backing band The Agency since 2007. Whether you’re a Taylor Swift fan or not, when Amos agreed...
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99 - Ra Diaz: The Blueprint to Getting the Gig from 2023-07-27T00:00
When it comes to naming bass players with a unique style and approach to the instrument, Ra Diaz is well and truly up there. Having formed one of Suicidal Tendencies’ most exciting rhythm sectio...
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98 - Why Reverb.com Sucks / Analog vs Digital pedals / YouTube Channel Update from 2023-07-20T00:00
Is buying a bass guitar online a bad idea? If you’re anything like us, you probably browse the guitar sections of both brick-and-mortar stores and online fairly often! Also in today’s episode; w...
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97 - Billy Sheehan Talks Rock Bass Technique And The Key to Creative Practice from 2023-07-13T00:00
Whether you know him best as part of Mr Big, Talas, The Winery Dogs or as the guy from David Lee Roth’s Eat 'Em and Smile, Billy Sheehan is one of the most recognisable rock bassists of ...
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96 - Ian's New Sig Bass / Scott Gets Roasted in the Studio and MORE from 2023-07-06T00:00
Any signature bass guitar is one of a kind and unique. However, it entirely depends on what side of the fence you are. In today’s episode Ian unveils his own collaboration with Mike Lull Custom ...
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95 - Sleeping on Alembic / Vintage Vs Modern Basses / Scott's New Bass Hero from 2023-07-04T04:00
Ever since Jack Casady first used an Alembic to hot-wire his bass sound with Jefferson Airplane, boutique builders have maintained legendary status throughout the bass world. But can the right p...
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94 - Are Signature Basses DONE? from 2023-06-29T00:00
For some bass players, there's no better way to capture the legendary sound of their idols than bagging a signature axe with their name on the headstock, but are things about to change? In ...
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93 - Why does everyone always talk about JAZZ?! from 2023-06-28T00:00
Learning about jazz might not be at the top of your to-do-list, especially if the only time you hear it is when you go to Starbucks! BUT if you want to get really good at bass then jazz is the u...
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92 - Is Versatility on the Bass Overrated? Well, it depends… from 2023-06-22T00:00
Can you play heavy metal and smooth jazz and pop, all in one day? Or are you strictly the bassist for one act and one act only? It used to be taught that versatility would equal more opportunity...
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91 - Traveling with a bass is a Nightmare! from 2023-06-15T00:00
A bass player’s worst nightmare is traveling with their bass and having it lost or broken. Even with airlines allowing guitars as a carry-on, it can still be up to the staff to decide to allow i...
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90 - Tube Amps - Heaven or Hell? from 2023-06-08T00:00
Bootsy Collins, Robert Trujillo, Cliff Williams, Krist Novoselic, Sting – they all relied, or still rely, on tube amps for their signature bass sound. And yet, the decision between solid-state v...
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89 - Quintuplet or just FEEL IT?! J Dilla Time on Bass | The Rob Mullarkey&Richard Spaven Interview from 2023-06-01T00:00
Rob Mullarkey has mastered the worlds of groove and odd-time signatures on the bass guitar, but how do those skills translate when playing with a drummer? In today's episode, we si...
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88 - How to get people to give a sh!t about your music in 2023 from 2023-05-25T00:00
More music is being produced today than ever before. In 2022, 22 million new singles hit Spotify. That’s a new song every 1.4 seconds! In today’s episode, we dig into some tips and tricks to hel...
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87 - Budget versions of the greatest basses EVER! from 2023-05-18T00:00
Unsure about how much to spend on your next bass? In this episode, we dig into the reasons why some bass guitars are so expensive and other guitars are more affordable - and what this means for ...
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86 - The Henrik Linder Interview: The Secret of Dirty Loops from 2023-05-11T00:00
For today’s episode, we catch up with Henrik Linder to talk about his gear, his awesome band Dirty Loops, and how he developed his monstrous bass technique!
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85 - Neck through vs bolt on . . . which is SUPERIOR? from 2023-05-04T00:00
Bolt-on? Neck-through? All bass guitars are essentially the same, right? Wrong! Many bass players say that bass guitars with bolt-on necks have a punchier attack than neck-through designs. In to...
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84 - Emergency NAMM debrief (it was a blood bath!) from 2023-04-27T00:00
Every year, the world's rock 'n' roll music equipment manufacturers, distributors and retailers descend on the town of Anaheim, California, to attend the NAMM show. It's a pu...
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83 - How He Got the Weezer Gig: Scott Shriner from 2023-04-20T00:00
We could quite happily tell anyone who will listen that Weezer are our favorite band. Scott Shriner has held the bass chair since 2001 and has always stood out among the group’s history of bassi...
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82 - How to choose the PERFECT BASS from 2023-04-13T00:00
When it comes to bass guitars, there’s a massive scope in style and sound for you to explore. It can be subjective, sure, but certain styles of music tend to work best with certain kinds of bass...
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81 - She plays 3 notes and the crowd goes WILD: Blu DeTiger from 2023-04-06T00:00
Blu DeTiger, bassist and social media star with 1.4 million fans on TikTok, recently took to the stage to announce her first full-length album, which is due to drop later this year. Bursting wit...
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80 - So you wanna be a bass teacher (and earn more money) from 2023-03-30T00:00
If you’re a bass player and you feel ready to earn some extra cash by passing on your skills to others, setting up as a teacher could be a really good move. But how do you become a bass teacher?...
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79 - Why Janek REFUSES to play a signature bass (ever again) from 2023-03-23T00:00
Is a signature instrument still a standard perk of modern bass stardom? Janek Gwizdala has attracted his fair share of signature models over the years, including basses for Fodera in 2012 and Ma...
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78 - 5 bass guitars EVERY bassist needs from 2023-03-16T00:00
Whether you're in the market for an active 5-string or a custom-built classic, choosing the right bass guitar can be difficult. How do you know what’s the right one for you? In today’s epis...
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77 - Her Bass player CANCELLED, so she picked up the bass and fell in LOVE: Adi Oasis from 2023-03-09T00:00
NYC-based singer, songwriter Adi Oasis is also an incredible bassist. Her performance for music platform Colors has racked up an astounding 1.5 million views on YouTube! What you might ...
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76 - Will AI Fundamentally Change Bass Playing Forever?! from 2023-03-02T00:00
The role of artificial intelligence is quickly becoming a part of everyday life, but what can bass players expect from the rapid growth of apps like ChatGPT? The AI can be directed to impersonat...
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75 - Pink Floyd, Michael Jackson&Madonna’s Bassist?! - The Guy Pratt Interview from 2023-02-23T00:00
In today’s episode Guy Pratt talks about his stint with Pink Floyd, studio dates in LA with Madonna and Michael Jackson, and the 1964 Jazz Bass that he got from The Who bassist, John Entwistle. ...
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74 - The Confusing World of Bass Pickups - SOLVED Part 2 from 2023-02-16T00:00
Looking at bass pickups, but confused by all the terminology? There’s a whole world of mystery surrounding what pickups do and how they can affect your sound. Such a big subject requires a conci...
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73 - The Marcus Miller Interview: The Man, The Myth, The Legend from 2023-02-09T00:00
A modern master of the electric bass, Marcus Miller has been landing dream gigs for the best part of 40 years. So when he stopped by our London studio to talk about Miles Davis, playing bass on<...
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72 - Is this the New Way of Making Money as a Musician? from 2023-02-02T00:00
Making money as a musician can be tough. The industry is constantly changing, and it can be hard to keep up with all the latest trends. But if you’re willing to try your hand at building an onli...
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71 - The Confusing World of Bass Pickups - Part 1 from 2023-01-26T00:00
Hey, Scott here... and we’re back with another brand-new podcast for you!
At some point, we all wonder what life would be like with different pickups in our bass. Yet it’s the ONE thing th...
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70 - We're giving away $50,000 worth of bass gear?! WTF! (full gear breakdown) from 2023-01-19T00:00
Ready to win $50,000 in awesome bass prizes? Up for grabs is Scott’s Ken Smith Black Tiger 6-string, Ian’s StingRay 5 and a 1978 Fender Jazz Bass! Our latest giveaway is also a great opportunity...
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69 - Sing?! Don’t make me SING. Why you MUST from 2023-01-12T00:00
Being able to sing and play bass gives you a real head start on those who only work the fretboard. Even if you think your singing voice sounds like a strangled cat doing karaoke, everyone can le...
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68 - Why Scott is going to therapy. Seriously. from 2023-01-05T00:00
Freud never put anyone from SBL on the couch, but when it comes to life as a bass player, there can often be a sense that you need to remain outwardly grateful, even if you’re struggling. In thi...
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203 - From Charlie Parker to Prince: The Ben Williams Interview from 2022-12-29T11:00
When Ben Williams won the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Jazz Competition in 2009, he did so by impressing a panel of judges that included bass greats Charlie Haden, Ron Carter and Da...
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202 - TSA took EVERY SCREW out of my bass from 2022-12-22T00:00
Every touring bass player’s worst nightmare is arriving at their destination only to find their precious bass case smashed to smithereens. Even with airlines allowing guitars as a carry-on, it c...
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201 - The Search for Excalibur (Scott’s Album Bass Search!) from 2022-12-15T00:00
What makes a truly great bass guitar? Is it the way it plays? The way it sounds? How it was built? Or is it all in the hands of the player? Scott and Ian are the knights in today’s virtual round...
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200 - Richard Bona:"I’m a student of music until I am gone" from 2022-12-08T00:00
Richard Bona is arguably one of the greatest bass players since Jaco. He’s someone you can learn a LOT from at any level of your playing. In this special interview recorded for Bass Space 202...
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199 - This bass is (was) a NIGHTMARE! The worst we ever bought from 2022-12-01T00:00
We all love our bass guitars, right? But what if your dream instrument sounds off? Or your longtime favorite bass isn’t playing as well as it did the day you bought it? By repairing instead of r...
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198 - How to RECORD your bass (at home) and get a BADASS sound on a budget from 2022-11-24T00:00
Recording your bass at home can be a complicated process if you’re just starting out, but luckily it’s within easy reach of anyone with a smartphone! In today’s episode Scott and Ian talk thr...
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197 - Scott buys the most INSANE bass. EVER! from 2022-11-16T19:00
Most of us instinctively know when we need a new bass, and it’s all so easy to devote time and effort to finding the next best thing, but starting your own bass c...
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196 - So the music album is dead? Not so argues John Patitucci from 2022-11-09T19:00
To many musicians making an album has always been the epitome of their art, but with digital streaming taking a hold of the industry, do full length albums still matter? That depends on who you ...
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195 - SLAP BASS?! Don't make me SLAP. Why you MUST (Part 2) from 2022-11-02T20:00
There are scores of cool slap bass players out there, but who are the truly great ones? In today’s episode Scott and Ian finish up their talk about slap bass, and why you need to check out their...
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194 - SLAP BASS?! Don’t make me SLAP. Why you MUST (Part 1) from 2022-10-26T20:00
Slap bass is the ultimate in-joke of bassists everywhere. But it’s also an amazing rhythmic tool that can be found in everything from Flea’s thumps to the sublime grooves of Marcus Miller and Vi...
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193 - Can you be JUST A BASSIST? from 2022-10-19T20:00
Despite there being countless benefits, many bass players never think beyond learning to play their first instrument. But for the few that do, a whole world of opportunities awaits. In this epis...
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192 - Are Cruise Ship Gigs A BIG MISTAKE?! from 2022-10-12T20:00
Playing bass on a cruise ship is a great chance to hone your chops, save up some money and see the world. Sounds like an amazing gig, right? Cruise ship life can also be intense with long workin...
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191 - Can You Spend THOUSANDS Of Dollars on Basses But Actually Make Money?! from 2022-10-05T20:00
If you take a punt on an electric bass as a financial investment, how do you know which one to invest in? In terms of making money, big returns are far from guaranteed. But still, if you stick t...
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190 - Change The Way You Consume Music. It's CRITICAL from 2022-09-28T20:00
Turning on the radio or pushing play on your favorite Spotify playlist often means a few minutes to relax, but if that's the only way you listen to music then you're missing out on an ...
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189 - Is The Golden Era of Boutique Basses Over? from 2022-09-21T20:00
If you’ve got a few thousand dollars to spend on a bass, the chances are that you’re looking for more than just another bog-standard 4-string. This kind of money gets you into boutique territory...
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188 - We bought matching 6-string basses... BUT WHY?! from 2022-09-14T20:00
Many of us will want to own a certain axe because it’s what our favourite bassist plays, be it Victor Wooten’s Fodera, Flea’s Fender Jazz Bass or Nathan East’s Ya...
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187 - Getting Creative with FX: Q&A from 2022-09-07T20:00:28
Have you always been curious about effects, but just don’t know where to start? Clever use of a stompbox can transform even the most ordinary bass tone into classic. In today’s episode, Ian Allison...
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186 - 2 Weeks Of CRAZINESS (A Peak Into The Future Of SBL) from 2022-09-01T02:19:42
From geeking out on Michael Jackson’s Earth Song to meeting Marcus Miller, upcoming Slap Accelerators to a dedicated SBL marketplace, in today’s episode Scott and Ian take a deep dive into SBL’s fu...
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185 - Is the bass amp DEAD?! from 2022-08-24T20:00:56
Most bass players can’t afford to shell out thousands of dollars on a wall of classic amps to do their creative bidding, yet a good amp sim can save you tons Listen
184 - Are Church Gigs Worth It? from 2022-08-10T20:00:47
As gloriously varied as it is hugely popular, playing bass on a church gig is no small feat. In this episode, Ian Allison takes a closer look at church music: what it is, what you should expect and...
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183 - Tony Levin: How he Rewrote the Rule Book from 2022-08-03T20:00:18
Tony Levin’s intuitive bass work can be heard on Peter Gabriel’s ‘Sledgehammer’ or Kate Bush’s ‘Don’t Give Up’, while his talent pool as a gifted multi-instrumentalist has also been tapped by the l...
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182 - Chuck Rainey: Mind-boggling Session Stories from a Bass Legend from 2022-07-28T04:10:23
In this episode Ian Allison talks to Chuck Rainey, one of the most admired bass players in popular music. Chuck has played and recorded with the likes of King Curtis, Sam Cooke, Etta James, The Sup...
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181 - Is Spotify Evil? from 2022-07-20T20:00:26
Having 70 million songs at your fingertips has never been easier, but is Spotify evil when it comes to paying artists? There are various opinions floating around about the platform, but the opportu...
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180 - Hubert Eaves IV Interview from 2022-07-13T20:00:44
Normally bass players are ALL chops or all groove. Hubert Eaves IV has it all. It was back in 1997 when we first discovered his bass playing thanks to Erykah Badu Live. In this episode Ian and Scot...
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179 - Polygamy and Bass? from 2022-07-06T20:00:24
Every bass player is on a quest to find their perfect bass. While the stars might align for some players who find the one perfect instrument, the rationale for owning not just two, but many differe...
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178 - Breaking the Rules from 2022-06-29T20:00:52
Life is a series of choices. And while there isn't an official rulebook for playing bass, there are a few tried-and-tested traditions that we often feel obliged to follow. But following a rule...
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177 - Are Bass Solos Over? from 2022-06-22T20:00:44
We’ve all had that moment when we hear a huge sounding bass solo for the first time, and it just blows us away. We’re talking Cliff Burton on Metallica’s Anesthesia (Pulling Teeth), Jaco with Weath...
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176 - From Boston To Berklee with Oscar Stagnaro from 2022-06-15T20:00:31
An integral part of Paquito D’Rivera’s band for many years, Oscar Stagnaro has been a Professor at the Berklee College of Music in Boston since 1988. He’s been largely responsible for the school’s ...
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175 - New Bass Day from 2022-06-08T20:00:53
Whether it’s your very first bass, or another one to add to your collection, buying a new axe should always be an exciting time. Regardless of whether you got a new bass yesterday or 50 years ago. ...
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174 - Making Money as a Musician from 2022-06-01T20:00:57
The sheer number of different revenue streams available to musicians is higher than it’s ever been in the past. But do you really need god-like knowledge to kickstart your career and grow an income...
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173 - 4 string vs 5 string. Which is Better? from 2022-05-25T20:00:18
5-string basses seem more popular than ever…so what’s all the fuss about? If you’ve been thinking about getting a 5-string, or maybe even a 6-string bass or beyond! There are a few things that are ...
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172 - Should You Stop Listening to Jaco? from 2022-05-18T20:00:14
Jaco Pastorius is arguably the most ground-breaking electric bassist in history, and at some point we’ve all been propelled to chase down a way to get that sound! But have you ever worried about be...
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171 - Are wedding gigs a CURSE? from 2022-05-11T20:00
Dodgy sound, meddling relatives, DJs who talk too much – every band has had bad wedding gigs and each one presents different annoyances and challenges to try and overcome. Yet weddings are still...
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170 - Scott's Journey With Focal Dystonia with Scott&Ian from 2022-05-05T04:00
Scott always gets asked the same two questions: 'Why do you wear the glove?!' and 'Should I try wearing one?' He hasn’t always wanted to tell ...
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169 - Does Your Bass AMP Even Matter? With Scott&Ian from 2022-04-28T04:00
What a stupid question, right? As bass players, there are few things more satisfying than pulling the trigger on a new bass, but would we be better served expandi...
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168 - A New Way to Play: In Conversation with Charles Berthoud from 2022-04-21T04:00
Charles Berthoud has enjoyed a rapid ascent to bass stardom largely thanks to the success of his YouTube channel (Charles currently has more than 1,000,000 subscr...
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167 - Has Being A PRO Musician Changed FOREVER! With Scott&Ian from 2022-04-14T04:00
Social Media continues to revolutionize just about everything we do - and the music industry is no exception. But one question has so far gone largely unanswered ...
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166 - Does Gear EVEN MATTER! With Ian from 2022-04-07T05:00:46
Every bass player dreams of finding that perfect instrument, but does gear really matter? Will it get you a better gig? Or help you to become a better bassist? It’s ...
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165 - When Should You QUIT The Day Job? With Scott&Ian from 2022-03-31T04:00
Is there ever a ‘right time’ to quit your day job and follow a full-time career in music? Being a professional musician sounds amazing, but can you really make enough money? And what if it just ...
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164 - Why Is JAZZ So SCARY? (And Who Cares?) with Scott&Ian from 2022-03-24T04:00:02
It’s understandable when casual music fans have no idea what’s going on in jazz. No other genre divides people so greatly – but why? If you’re outside of the jazz circle looking in, wondering wh...
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163 - GET. YOUR. SH!T TOGETHER With Scott&Ian from 2022-03-18T05:00:55
In today’s episode Ian and Scott share some great tips that will help streamline your bass playing roadmap. Want to manage your time better? Organize your brain space? Or make some literal space...
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162 - P Basses Vs. J Basses. Which Is Best For You And Why. With Scott&Ian from 2022-03-10T05:30:30
So, you’re wondering what the differences between a Fender Jazz and a Fender Precision really boil down to, right? They might have come off the same drawing board, but if you think they sound the s...
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161 - A Bass Player's Studio Checklist with Scott&Ian from 2022-03-03T05:41:28
Did you grow up dreaming about your favorite bass players tearing it up in the recording studio, hoping you could one day do the same? Working in a recording studio is quite different to practic...
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160 - Can You Play Bass Without Reading Music? With Scott&Ian from 2022-02-24T04:00
Reading music is a subject that can strike fear into the heart of many aspiring musicians. It’s a tough skill to learn, but do bass players REALLY need to read sh...
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159 - Sound Craft: In Conversation with John Davis from 2022-02-17T10:55:44
Born in Newport, Rhode Island, John Davis is a master of synth-bass tones and electronic music. A multi-faceted bassist with Jojo Mayer’s Nerve, John has develope...
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157 - Doubling Down On YOU with Ian from 2022-02-10T12:26:25
Learning to invest in yourself could be the best move you ever make as a musician. By making small changes, the positive effects can be huge! In today’s episode Ian talks through some of the key...
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158 - Doubling Down On YOU with Ian from 2022-02-10T12:26:25
Learning to invest in yourself could be the best move you ever make as a musician. By making small changes, the positive effects can be huge! In today’s episode Ian talks through some of the key...
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157 - Do You HAVE To Transcribe? With Scott & Ian from 2022-02-03T11:58:52
?Should you or should you not write down everything that you practice? Transcribing for the sake of filling up pages with dots might make you feel like you’ve done your homework, but it won’t ne...
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156 - Does AGE Actually Matter? With Scott & Ian from 2022-01-28T08:00:57
There’s often a lot of pressure to ‘make it’ as a young musician and it can sometimes feel that if you haven’t found fame by age 21, then you’re done for. While breaking into the music industry at ...
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155 - When You're Crippled By FEAR with Scott & Ian from 2022-01-20T11:20:34
Having stage fright doesn’t mean you’re not meant to perform or that you’re not good at what you do, but you should know how to tackle it so that if it ever strik...
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154 - Shooting at the Wrong Basket with Ian from 2022-01-13T08:00
In today’s episode Ian answers your questions about his favourite Jazz Bass, his first-call stompboxes and how his bass playing career all started on the basketball court in 7th Grade. Find out ...
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153 - Scott’s Business Blueprint (How to Make Money Online) from 2022-01-07T08:00
Thinking about starting a new online business? Now is the perfect time to make it happen. And if you’re reading this, it’s likely that you’ve already come up with...
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152 - Finding The Sound: In Conversation with Larry Grenadier from 2021-12-23T09:00
Having worked with an array of jazz greats while still a teenager in his hometown of San Francisco, Larry Grenadier rose to prominence in New York during the 1990s, performing alongside Joe Hend...
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151 - How to Create Killer Content (Part 2) with Scott & Ian from 2021-12-16T19:09:08
So how do you choose the best social media platform? It’s impossible to be active on every social media outlet out there. In today’s episode, Scott and Ian are hoping to get rid of some of that ...
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150 - How to Create Killer Content (Part 1) with Scott & Ian from 2021-12-10T08:30
The content you post on social media has the power to turn your followers into fans, but how do you compete with a never-ending flow of viral videos? Elevating your production value is one way t...
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149 - The 10 Commandments to Keeping the Gig with Scott & Ian from 2021-12-03T08:00
Congratulations! You nailed the audition and you got the gig. Now the real work starts! Although there’s no substitute for mastering the set list, being part of a successful band requires more t...
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148 - The 10 Commandments to Getting the Gig wtih Scott & Ian from 2021-11-25T18:07:02
For any aspiring bass player, playing live is one of the best ways to really level up. But isn't getting a gig really hard? Getting your first gig needn't be difficult if you follow the ten comm...
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148 - The 10 Commandments to Getting the Gig with Scott & Ian from 2021-11-25T18:07:02
For any aspiring bass player, playing live is one of the best ways to really level up. But isn't getting a gig really hard? Getting your first gig needn't be difficult if you follow the ten comm...
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147 - The Gig Triangle with Scott & Ian from 2021-11-18T13:51:25
Ever heard of the gig triangle? The idea is to use three characteristics (good pay, great songs and the hang!) to help figure out what works and what doesn't work...
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146 - Everything you Ever Wanted to Know About Effects Pedals with Scott & Ian from 2021-11-12T08:00
The search for the perfect bass sound has taken bass-kind from the swamps of analog fuzz to today’s age of digital ‘perfection’. In today’s episode Scott and Ian examine the main types of multi-...
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145 - The Ups and Downs of Family Life as a Musician with Scott & Ian from 2021-11-05T08:00
How many times have you wished there were more hours in the day? Demanding gigs, impossible workloads, 24/7 email and social media – no wonder so many musicians struggle to make the shift back t...
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144 - Groove Vs Chops (which is more important?) with Scott & Ian from 2021-10-29T08:00
In this episode Ian and Scott address the age old question. Groove or Chops? If you’re in team groove then you’ll swear by keeping things simple. But let’s not kid ourselves, players with awesom...
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143 - In Conversation with Jacob Collier - Raising the Bar from 2021-10-21T08:00
A Grammy-winning vocalist and multi-instrumentalist, Jacob Collier became an internet sensation in the early 2010s with his split-screen cover version of Stevie Wonder’s Isn’t She Lovely, in whi...
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142 - Does Motivation Even Exist? With Scott&Ian from 2021-10-15T08:00
Have you ever felt motivated to do something, but then you never actually did it? The truth is, everyone goes through periods where they have no motivation to do anything, but getting yourself o...
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141 - The Fear of Being Fired with Scott & Ian from 2021-10-08T08:00
So you’ve been busy practicing. You’ve got a few songs under your belt that don’t suck, and now you’re ready to show the world what you've got. But whether you’re a novice or a seasoned pro, we ...
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140 - Pro Tips for Better Practice with Scott & Ian from 2021-09-30T17:21:53
Wouldn’t it be nice if you could allocate your practice time without feeling overwhelmed by technical exercises that bore you to death and make you dread touching the bass. In this episode Ian a...
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139 - Finding Your Voice with Scott & Ian from 2021-09-24T08:00
When it comes to discussing the history of the bass guitar, nearly all of our bass heroes sounded unique. So how do you tap into your own inner voice? Today’s episode begins with Ian’s love of S...
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138 - Set Your Goals and Make Them Happen with Scott & Ian from 2021-09-17T08:00
How often do you set goals for yourself? Maybe you want to learn a new song in time for band practice this week. Or you want to self-fund your debut album and go ...
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137 - G.A.S Pt. 2 - Why Custom Guitars Are King with Scott & Ian from 2021-09-10T08:00
So you’ve spent days walking around your favorite guitar shop and picking up standard issue basses hanging on the wall, but sometimes it’s simply not worth waiting for ‘the one’ to appear by cha...
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136 - G.A.S: It’s a Thing with Scott & Ian from 2021-09-02T20:09:26
You’ve seen the bass you want, and only this bass can bring true happiness. But seriously…
The chances are you’...
135 - In Conversation with Robert ‘Bubby’ Lewis - What It Is from 2021-08-26T08:00
Robert ‘Bubby’ Lewis is a creative force on the electric bass. His sheer speed, fluidity and conviction is awesome, but he can also groove, with uncanny endurance on ridiculously uptempo tunes.<...
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134 - The Changing World of Artist Endorsements with Scott & Ian from 2021-08-19T09:00
What would you do if a major guitar company offered you an endorsement deal? Many people would jump at the chance, thinking it’s their ticket to becoming a proper...
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133 - How to Handle Your Haters with Scott & Ian from 2021-08-12T09:00
In this episode of the podcast, Scott and Ian talk about hate and criticism on the internet. Why do people vent such toxic opinions online? And how do you react when people leave angry comments ...
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How Social Media is Changing Music with Scott & Ian from 2021-08-05T09:00
?After some amazing feedback, we were finally motivated to take the plunge and start a podcast! And if you have been keeping up with SBL over on YouTube or Instagram lately, you will already kno...
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132 - How Social Media is Changing Music with Scott & Ian from 2021-08-05T09:00
?After some amazing feedback, we were finally motivated to take the plunge and start a podcast! And if you have been keeping up with SBL over on YouTube or Instagram lately, you will already kno...
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131 - In Conversation with Darryl Jones - Synchronicity from 2021-06-30T08:00
After more than 50 years together, the Rolling Stones remain one of the biggest live acts in the world. And for bassist Darryl Jones, his audition in 1993 led to a steady gig, touring and playin...
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130 - In Conversation with Stu Hamm - Just Outside of Normal from 2021-05-05T07:00
Throughout his career, Stu Hamm has pushed the technical boundaries of the bass guitar, firmly establishing himself as one of the most influential electric bassists of the past half-century. In ...
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129 - In Conversation with John Patitucci - Line by Line from 2021-03-17T07:00
John Patitucci needs no introduction from us - this man is bass legend! And who would argue. John’s career has seen him emerge as one of the most accomplished and adventurous bass players of his...
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011 - In Conversation with Rufus Philpot – Ignore People Who Put You Down – You Can Always Achieve Your Dreams from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
I'm so happy to to have the mighty Rufus Philpot on todays episode!
Originally from the UK but now living in LA, Rufus has been a first call bass player for as long as I can remember. I f...
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128 - SBL Interviews: All the best bits so far… Part 4 - Getting The Gig from 2021-01-13T07:00
If you live for live music and you’re climbing the walls waiting to get back out there gigging, we’ve got your back. In this interview we’re delving back into the...
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127 - SBL Interviews: All the best bits so far… Part 3 - Practice like the Pro’s from 2020-11-25T07:00
The best bass players spend hours practicing on their own. Find out what you can do away from the stage to fine-tune your skills as we take a timely look back on the idea of practice as seen by ...
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126 - SBL Interviews: All the best bits so far… Part 2 - Bass Gear from 2020-10-07T07:25:39
?We delve into our interview archives once again to look back on some of the blockbuster moments with the biggest names in bass, such as the time Scott interviewed Tim Lefebvre and got the lowdo...
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124 - In Conversation with Bryan Beller - You Know What…? from 2020-07-15T07:29:04
Still holding the bass chair with Joe Satriani as well as his own power trio, The Aristocrats, in this week's interview we sit down with Bryan Beller.
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123 - In Conversation with Jeff Berlin - High Standards from 2020-06-10T09:00
There is no other bass player on earth like Jeff Berlin. Since he first emerged on the electric bass in the 1970s, Jeff has worked with a who’s who of jazz icons including Tony Williams, Allan H...
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122.5 - In Conversation with Jack Frisch - Studio Stories from NYC from 2020-05-13T06:00
In today’s interview we sit down with Jack Frisch as he recalls his encounters with Jaco Pastorius in the mid ‘80s.?
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122 - In Conversation with Tom Kennedy - Bass Comes First from 2020-04-22T07:03:47
In this week’s interview I’ll be sitting down with bassist to some of the most influential jazz artists of the past few decades; Tom Kennedy.
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121 - In Conversation with Derrick Hodge - The New Groove from 2020-03-11T06:00
In this week's interview I talk to Derrick Hodge, bassist for the likes of Jill Scott, Q-Tip, Terence Blanchard and, of course, the Robert Glasper Experiment.
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120 - In Conversation with Jon Button - Next Generation from 2020-01-29T06:00
Jon Button is the bass powerhouse behind one of the most gargantuan bands in rock history; The Who.
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119 - In Conversation with Tim Lefebvre - Badass Bass from 2019-12-18T06:00
Having provided the low end for Wayne Krantz, Bryan Adams, the Tedeschi Trucks Band, Donny McCaslin, The Late Show, Knower and Empire of the Sun over the years, an invite to record on David Bowi...
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118 - In Conversation with John Ferrara - Consider The Source from 2019-11-13T09:20:09
Expanding upon some of the technical concepts firmly established by the likes of Michael Manring, Victor Wooten and Doug Wimbish, John Ferrara is pioneering a non...
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116 - In Conversation with Matt McJunkins - A Perfect Circle from 2019-08-21T06:51:25
?So you want to play in a rock band? In this interview bassist Matt McJunkins offers up his advice for breaking onto the scene.?
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115 - In Conversation with Andres Rotmistrovsky - From Buenos Aires to Berklee from 2019-07-17T11:24:46
In this interview Scott meets a master of the extended-range bass, Andres Rotmistrovsky, who did time at Berklee with the legendary Matt Garrison!
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114 - In Conversation with Sharay Reed - Gospel Chops from 2019-06-05T06:00
In this interview I talk with Sharay Reed; a vital force within the international music scene with an impressive resume.
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113 - In Conversation with Michael League - Snarky Puppy from 2019-04-24T09:02:37
In this interview Michael League lifts the lid on his musical education, including his time at North Texas State, the conception of Snarky Puppy and his lifelong love of groove music.
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112 - In Conversation With Billy Sheehan - Get Ready to ROCK! from 2019-03-13T06:00
In this interview I talk to Billy Sheehan about his unbelievable career (and his monstrous bass chops!)
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110 - In Conversation with Vicky Warwick - A Bass Player’s Guide to Surviving NYC from 2018-12-19T09:00
In this interview Vicky Warwick lends an insight into her evolution as a bassist in New York City.
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109 - In Conversation with Verdine White - Earth, Wind & Fire from 2018-11-07T09:00
In this interview I sit down with the phenomenal Verdine White, bassist with soul & disco legends Earth, Wind & Fire.
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108 - In Conversation with Adam Neely & Evan Marien - New Ways to Survive as an Independent Musician from 2018-09-26T08:00
In this interview I sit down with SBL faculty members, Adam Neely and Evan Marien, to discuss how social media has changed the game for everyone in the music business.
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107 - In Conversation with Henrik Linder - Behind The Player from 2018-08-15T07:53:35
In this interview I dig a little deeper into the bass playing of Dirty Loops bassist, Henrik Linder!
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107 - In Conversation with Henrik Linder - Behind The Player from 2018-08-15T07:53:35
In this interview I dig a little deeper into the bass playing of Dirty Loops bassist, Henrik Linder!
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106 - In Conversation with James Quinlan - Bassically Speaking from 2018-07-11T16:09:59
In this interview NYC resident, James Quinlan, talks us through his evolution as a bassist.
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105 - In Conversation with Brad Miller - Brave New Bass from 2018-06-13T09:42:14
In this interview I catch up with one of the bass world’s rising stars - Brad Miller.
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104 - In Conversation with Moto Fukushima - House of Waters from 2018-05-09T08:45:29
In this interview I talk to Moto Fukushima about his breathtaking technique and his stellar trio.
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103 - In Conversation with Oteil Burbridge - From the Allman Brothers to Dead & Company from 2018-04-16T11:30:05
In this interview I talk to Oteil Burbridge about his drum-rooted rhythmic approach and how he’s taken the 6-string bass to new heights.
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102 - In Conversation with Kevin Scott - Forq from 2018-03-28T13:17:07
Today’s interview with Kevin Scott is one of our greatest of all time! Or at least, that’s how I remembered it. ;-)
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101 - In Conversation with Gail Ann Dorsey - From Bowie to Brooklyn from 2018-03-07T14:16:43
In today’s podcast I talk to Gail Ann Dorsey about gigging with some of popular music’s all-time greats…
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101 - In Conversation with Gail Ann Dorsey - From Bowie to Brooklyn from 2018-03-07T14:16:43
In today’s podcast I talk to Gail Ann Dorsey about gigging with some of popular music’s all-time greats…
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052 - In Conversation with Kai Eckhardt - Playing with John McLaughlin from 2016-12-05T12:52:07
In today’s podcast we catch up with the truly phenomenal Kai Eckhardt.
A star sideman to the likes of John Mclaughlin and Billy Cobham, Kai Eckhardt has forged an incredible career based ...
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051 - In Conversation with Scott Devine - The Story Behind Scott's Bass Lessons from 2016-11-28T11:13:11
In today’s podcast I sit down with Geoff to share my story.
My love affair with the bass started in the North West of England, where I got a job as an apprentice luthier at Overwater Bass...
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050 - SBL Podcast - The Best Bits So Far! from 2016-11-14T10:24:31
In today’s podcast we’re celebrating our 50th episode! To mark the 50th episode of the SBL podcast we’re taking a look back at some of the best moments from our journey so far.
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049 - In Conversation with Simon Little - Playing with The Divine Comedy from 2016-11-07T07:48:21
048 - In Conversation with Michael Janisch - Paradigm Shift from 2016-10-31T06:00
In today’s podcast Michael Janisch talks about his long-standing love affair with the bass.
Michael Janisch emerged as a force to be reckoned with his 2010 solo album, Purpose Built...
046 - In Conversation with Colin Edwin – Bring on the Prog! from 2016-10-17T09:28:23
In today’s podcast Scott meets Colin Edwin, bassist with Britprog legends Porcupine Tree.
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045 - In Conversation with Doug Wimbish - The Journeyman Bassist from 2016-10-10T06:48:46
In today’s podcast we’re talking to a modern master of the electric bass.
Best known for his work with Living Colour, Doug Wimbish can look back on an esteemed career that began in the ea...
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043 - In Conversation with Bryan Beller - Mastering Tone and Versatility from 2016-09-26T11:31:20
In today’s podcast we follow Bryan Beller into realms of bass guitar, role modelling and rock royalty.
Bryan Beller needs no introduction. He has been at the top of his game for long enou...
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042 - In Conversation with Dishan Abrahams – Doing What’s Right for the Gig from 2016-09-19T09:04:22
In today’s podcast we meet the bass player for pop sensation Kylie Minogue.
Dishan Abrahams is the sort of bassist whose playing can often go unnoticed, blending in smoothly while providi...
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041 - In Conversation with Freekbass - What the Funk? from 2016-09-12T05:30
In today’s podcast we chat to Freekbass about spreading the gospel of funk.
Having cranked out some killer b-lines on his latest solo album, Freekbass is fast becoming recognised as...
040 - In Conversation with Steve Jenkins - NYC Funk from 2016-09-05T11:18:08
In today’s podcast we meet a player who is taking the electric bass to new heights.
Perhaps best known for his stints with Vernon Reid (Living Colour) and Dave Fiuczynski in Screami...
038 - In Conversation with Victor Wooten – Bass Extremes from 2016-08-22T05:30
In today’s podcast we meet a player who has taken the art of bass playing to a whole new level.
Victor Wooten may not need much in the way of an introduction as one of the bass world’s gr...
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037 - In Conversation with Ed Friedland - The Bass Whisperer from 2016-08-15T06:00
In today’s podcast Ed Friedland, renowned columnist and bassist with The Mavericks, talks about every bassman’s dream gig.
Ed got his start playing as a teenager and quickly worked his wa...
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036 - In Conversation with Ariane Cap - Joining the Dots from 2016-08-08T06:00
Today we’re chatting to Ariane Cap about two-handed tapping and geeking out on bass guitars.
Ariane Cap is a bassist, educator, author, blogger, composer, rocket scientist, racing car dri...
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035 - In Conversation with Damian Erskine - Thinking Like a Drummer from 2016-08-01T09:17:31
In today’s podcast Damian Erskine talks about his favourite gear and his fascination with improvisation.
Damian Erskine is taking the 6-string bass to new heights. Being the nephew ...
034 - In Conversation with Todd Johnson - Bass Fundamentals from 2016-07-25T05:30
In today’s podcast Todd Johnson reveals his mastery of the 6-string bass guitar.
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033 - In Conversation with Ian Stewart - A Rhythmic Approach from 2016-07-18T06:00
In today’s podcast we’re talking to Ian Stewart about delving deeper into the world of Timba and Cuban Jazz.
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032 - In Conversation with Danny Mo Morris - Have Command of Your Sound from 2016-07-11T10:30:48
In today’s podcast we’re talking to Danny Mo Morris about his long-standing love affair with the bass!
You’ve got to like Danny Mo Morris. For starters, he is one of the unsung heroes of ...
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031 - In Conversation with Cody Wright - Back In The Groove from 2016-07-04T07:28:11
In today’s podcast we’re talking to the man who’s been providing the low end for Eric Gale and the Jonathan Scales Fourchestra, Cody Wright!
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030 - In Conversation with Divinity Roxx - The Roxx Boxx Experience from 2016-06-27T10:05:55
In today’s podcast we’re talking to the bass-playing rapper from Atlanta, Divinity Roxx.
Few faces are as instantly recognisable within the bass world as Divinity Roxx. The same is defini...
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029 - In Conversation with Rich Brown - Making The Bass Sing from 2016-06-20T05:56:42
In today’s podcast we’re talking to six-string virtuoso Rich Brown!
Rich is a really classy player and certainly knows his way around a bass better than most. Having chosen to explore ple...
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028 - In Conversation with Adam Ben Ezra - Turning The Double Bass Into An Orchestra from 2016-06-13T09:48:40
In today’s podcast Adam Ben Ezra lifts the lid on one of my favourite YouTube videos of all time.
There are so many bass players around today, especially now with YouTube; there are milli...
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027 - In Conversation with Mo Foster - We Meet One Of The London Session World’s Most Wanted from 2016-06-06T09:36:11
Today we’re chatting to session legend Mo Foster, who has a credit list that could fill a book. In fact it has! It was an opportunity not to be missed when Mo invited us round for a chat about a...
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026 - In Conversation with Paul Turner - Don’t Just Talk a Good Gig, Get in There and Play from 2016-05-30T06:34:55
Today we’re sitting down with one of the groovers and shakers behind the UK’s funk bass scene… Paul Turner!
In the hierarchy of Jamiroquai bass players, Paul was the first to really revol...
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025 - In Conversation with Jerry Meehan - From Touring The World, To Learning Upright In 6 Weeks from 2016-05-23T05:30
In this episode of the Scott's Bass Lessons podcast we're lucky enough to be joined by the one and only Jerry Meehan.
As a bass player Jerry has worked in many different situations, from ...
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024 - In Conversation with Steve Lawson - You’re Not Going To Be Handed a Career, You Have To Create One from 2016-05-16T05:31:41
For episode 24 of the Scott's Bass Lessons podcast I'm lucky enough to be joined by the amazingly talented and ever original Steve Lawson. Steve is at the forefront of the solo bass world and is...
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023 - In Conversation with Ian King - Why Being a Versatile Bass Player Will Be The Key To Your Success from 2016-05-09T06:00
Today I'm joined by none other than Ian King who has provided the low-end for artists such as The Temptations, The Supremes, Sister Sledge, Paul Young and West End shows such as Shrek, Jesus Chr...
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022 - In Conversation with Stefan Redtenbacher - You'll Never Find Your Voice On The Bass By Competing With Other Bass Players! from 2016-05-02T06:30
Today we’ve got one of the UK's funkiest bass players with us...
none other than Stefan Redtenbacher!
Austrian native Stefan Redtenbacher wears many hats: bassist,
guitarist, ...
021 - In Conversation with Phil Mulford - Making The Right Choices Can Be Critical To Your Progression As A Pro Musician from 2016-04-25T06:06:02
Today we’ve got London session legend Phil Mulford with us for episode 21 of the ScottsBassLessons podcast...
Phil is one of the busiest session players on the UK scene and his perfo...
021 - In Conversation with Phil Mulford - Making The Right Choices Can Be Critical To Your Progression As A Pro Musician from 2016-04-25T06:06:02
Today we’ve got London session legend Phil Mulford with us for episode 21 of the ScottsBassLessons podcast...
Phil is one of the busiest session players on the UK scene and his perfo...
020 - In Conversation with Sandy Beales – You Get Back What You Put In from 2016-04-18T05:45
Today we're lucky enough to have Sandy Beales, the bass player behind the band 'One Direction', with us for episode 20 of the Scott's Bass Lessons Podcast.
In this episode you're goin...
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020 - In Conversation with Sandy Beales – You Get Back What You Put In from 2016-04-18T05:45
Today we're lucky enough to have Sandy Beales, the bass player behind the band 'One Direction', with us for episode 20 of the Scott's Bass Lessons Podcast.
In this episode you're going to...
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019 - In Conversation with Laurence Cottle - The Dedication and Enjoyment Never Ends from 2016-04-11T05:08:45
I'm suuuuper excited to tell you that today's guest on the SBL Podcast is none other than the mighty Laurence Cottle. Laurence is one of the most legendary bass players on the planet, and has be...
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018 - In Conversation with Steve Pearce - Why Learning To Read Music Can Be The Making Of Your Career from 2016-04-04T05:30
In this episode I’m lucky enough to have London session legend Steve Pearce with me! If you speak to any bass players from the UK, soon enough Steve’s name will come up in the conversation.
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017 - In Conversation with Chris "Fatty" Hargreaves - The Simplest Things Can Make The Biggest Differences from 2016-03-28T05:30
In this episode of the SBL Podcast we’re lucky enough to have one of my best bass buddies and one of the most inspirational guys I know - Chris “Fatty” Hargreaves... bass player for the likes of...
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016 - In Conversation with Guy Pratt - It Truly is About Your Social Network from 2016-03-21T08:51:26
Today we’re lucky enough to have an amazingly experienced guest on our new podcast episode. Someone who's played, recorded and toured with some of the biggest names in the music industry... the ...
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015 - In Conversation with Phil Mann - The Biggest Problem is Confidence And The Willingness To Put Yourself In Harm's Way from 2016-03-14T05:30
Today we’ve got one of the hardest gigging bass players on the planet with us - seriously, he did something like 250 gigs last year!
Introducing, the one and only Phil Mann.
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014 - In Conversation with Dave Swift - How To Keep A Legendary Gig… For 25 years! from 2016-03-07T05:30
To kick off this season I though it'd be great to hook up with one of my all time favourite bass players - the one and only Dave Swift.
Dave has been part of Jools Hollands Rhythm & Blues...
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014 - In Conversation with Dave Swift - How To Keep A Legendary Gig… For 25 years! from 2016-03-07T05:30
To kick off this season I though it'd be great to hook up with one of my all time favourite bass players - the one and only Dave Swift.
Dave has been part of Jools Hollands Rhythm & B...
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013 - In Conversation with Chris May - The Master Luthier Behind Overwater Basses from 2016-02-29T05:30
We're almost about to launch Season 2 of the Scott's Bass Lessons Podcast, but while we're in our editing frenzy here at SBL Towers I thought it'd be cool to release a special podcast episode fo...
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013 - In Conversation with Chris May - The Master Luthier Behind Overwater Basses from 2016-02-29T05:30
We're almost about to launch Season 2 of the Scott's Bass Lessons Podcast, but while we're in our editing frenzy here at SBL Towers I thought it'd be cool to release a special podcast episode fo...
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012 - In Conversation with Sean Hurley - Jazz Was The Gateway from 2016-02-15T12:35:54
I'm so happy to have the amazing Sean Hurley on todays episode!
If you haven't heard of Sean before, he's played with artists such as John Mayer, Alicia Keys, Robin Thicke, Ringo Star, An...
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010 - In Conversation with Tim Lefebvre - Always Bringin' The Octave from 2016-02-01T05:30
What can I say... I've been such a HUGE fan of Tim Lefebvre for so many years!
If you haven't heard of Tim before he's played with artists such as the Tedeschi Trucks Band (his full-t...
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008 - In Conversation with Juan Alderete - Finding Your Voice from 2016-01-18T05:30
In this weeks podcast I'm joined by none other than Juan Alderete.
Now, if you're into bass effects... Juan is your man! In fact, he has an entire website dedicated to it...
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007 - In Conversation with Marco Mendoza - Be Patient With Yourself… Once You Crack That Door Open It’s A Lot Of Fun! from 2016-01-11T05:30
In this episode of the Scott's Bass Lessons Podcast I sit down with none other than Marco Mendoza.
Marco has played with the likes of Thin Lizzy, Whitesnake, Richie Kotzen of the Wine...
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005 - In Conversation with Warren Huart - There's No Such Thing As Good Luck from 2015-12-21T05:30
This week I sit down with the multi platinum producer Warren Huart (Aerosmith, Daniel Powter, James Blunt).
Before we go any further, I know what you're thinking... "Mmmm... it's not ...
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004 - In Conversation with Chris Chaney - Are You A "Lifer"? from 2015-12-14T05:30
This week I sit down with legendary Chris Chaney who's worked with bands and musicians such Janes Addiction, Alanis Morissette, Taylor Hawkins and the Coattail Riders, Camp Freddy, Joe Cocker, S...
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003 - In Conversation with Hadrien Feraud - Playing The Right Notes from 2015-12-07T10:03:14
This week I sit down with the phenomenal Hadrien Feraud - bassist for bands and musicians such as John McLaughlin, Chick Corea, Billy Cobham, Jean Luc Ponty, Bireli Lagrene, Dean Brown and many ...
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002 - In Conversation with Nik West - Play The Groove Until It's In You from 2015-11-30T11:33:28
This week I sit down with Nik West - bass player, vocalist and songwriter with credits that include artists such as Dave Stewart of Eurythmics, Prince, John Mayer, Glee and American Idol.
001 - In Conversation with Rickey Minor - There's No Traffic on the Extra Mile from 2015-11-19T12:29:14
In this inaugural episode of The Scott's Bass Lessons Podcast, I sit down with the amazing Rickey Minor - bass player, musical director, composer and producer for some of the biggest artists in ...
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001 - In Conversation with Rickey Minor - There's No Traffic on the Extra Mile from 2015-11-19T07:29:14
In this inaugural episode of The Scott's Bass Lessons Podcast, I sit down with the amazing Rickey Minor - bass player, musical director, composer and producer for some of the biggest artist...
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