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

Advertisements 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…

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

Advertisements 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,…

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

Advertisements 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…

The Songwriting Process from a Bassist’s Perspective

Advertisements 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…

6 Facts about Beat It by Michael Jackson + Bass Cover

Advertisements 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…

Keeping It Simple: My Current Live Bass Gear Setup

Advertisements 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…

Using Tablature To Your Advantage – Bass Musician Magazine

Advertisements This is a really good question and some people will say to never look at tabs while others will say it’s ok. WHAT IS TABLATURE? Tablature is music that is written where the fret numbers and strings are listed out (sometimes with the rhythms indicated). Basically a cheat sheet instead of listening or studying…

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How To Play – D Minor Scale (Aeolian)

Advertisements The D minor scale is used in a plethora of music (more notably rock/metal music) due to its slightly dissonant sound. In this lesson, I will be showing you how to play this scale in a couple positions on the fretboard and how to remember how to play it. I hope you enjoy…

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Power Chords For BASS!

Advertisements Power Chords are one of many favorite chords to play on bass because they are so versatile! It can be used to create a quick change in a bass line or to create whole songs. These three noted chords are comprised of the root, 5th and octave. They are written with the note name…

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Getting Gig Ready Series Part 2: Tips

Advertisements In this part I will be giving you some tips getting ready for your gig! Make sure you have all your gear! Make a list out of all the gear that you need. This will help you keep track and not forget anything. *Here is a sample list that you could take: PensWaterExtra gear:…

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