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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Power Chord Examples

When learning to play any scales, techniques, and really learn your bass inside and out having songs to play along with helps. To get a better idea of how power chords are used, I have compiled a couple of songs that I wrote along with popular songs that utilize these chords. Now there are thousands…

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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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