My 8 Biggest Bass Influences (Part 1): The Legends Who Built My Foundation

When I posted a quick YouTube Short listing eight bassists who shaped my playing, the comments section lit up. People were tagging their own heroes: “CLIFF BURTON ❤🎸🔥🤘” “Where’s Stanley Clarke..?” “Definitely John Paul Jones should be on this list.” “Tony Levin?” “Peter Cetera — check out Chicago’s first 3 albums!” …plus names like Sid…

Paranoid by Black Sabbath (6 Fun Facts + Bass Cover)

When you ask someone if they know any Black Sabbath songs, nine times out of ten they’ll mention “Paranoid.” Even though the Prince of Darkness and one of the originators of heavy metal, Ozzy Osbourne, has left this world, the music—and its legacy—lives on. Below are some fun facts about the iconic track Paranoid, paired…

Know Your Enemy – Rage Against the Machine (Bass Cover + Facts)

As a fan of Rage Against the Machine and Tim Commerford’s bass work, “Know Your Enemy” isn’t just a political anthem — it’s a bass-driven machine. From the opening riff to the explosive bridge section, the song offers a perfect storm of gritty tone, tight syncopation, and fierce energy. As a bassist who thrives on…

The Songwriting Process from a Bassist’s Perspective

As a bassist, writing basslines is about more than just following along with the song. It’s about creating a foundation that ties everything together and gives the music its heartbeat. Here’s a glimpse into my songwriting process and how I approach crafting basslines that help bring a song to life. Listening to the Band First…

6 Facts about Beat It by Michael Jackson + Bass Cover

Released on February 21, 1983, “Beat It” is a song by Michael Jackson off his 1982 chart-topping album Thriller. With a blend of hard rock and pop, this added a new dimension to Jackson’s sound. Here are some facts about the song that you may and may not know: Songwriting and Production: Written and composed…

Keeping It Simple: My Current Live Bass Gear Setup

When it comes to my bass gear, I believe in keeping things simple but effective. My setup is straightforward, reliable, and gives me the tone and power I need without any unnecessary complications. Here’s what I’m currently using: Bass Guitar: Ibanez SR305E This bass is a perfect fit for me. Its beautiful finish, heavy-duty body,…

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Gifts for the Bassist In Your Life

It’s that time of year again where we spend our hard earned pennies on thoughtful gifts for our loved ones. But maybe there is a person (or people) in your life that are hard to buy for. I know that in my life I am a hard one to buy for because quite frankly I…

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Why I Love Alice In Chains

“Say goodbye don’t follow”; “Walkin’ tall machine gun man, they spit on me in my homeland”; “Eat of the apple, so young I’m crawling back to start”; “What makes you want to carve your initials in me?”; Just some of the many great songs by this absolutely innovative band. Now I love a lot of…

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Bass Musician Magazine Feature

Hello Basschicks and Bassdudes! I have been featured on the Facebook page for Bass Musician Magazine! Expand your cranium and hop on over to their Facebook page and website to increase your bass knowledge today! https://bassmusicianmagazine.com/ https://www.facebook.com/plugins/post.php?href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fbassmusicianmag%2Fposts%2F1744591975553730&width=500

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Rooster by Alice In Chains (Bass Cover)

Rooster is a classic song by Alice In Chains. The music video to the song shows depictions of the Vietnam War. Alice In Chains was formed in 1987 in Seattle, Washington and was one of the leading bands in the grunge movement. This song has the perfect depictions of ’90s mellow hard grunge mixed with Black Sabbath wah…

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