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Bass Videos With Mark von Bergen : The Latest Bass Music Video Finds: Women Bass Players Part 2
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In the last issue, we featured women bassists who have played a prominent role in jazz and funk music. In this issue, we spotlight women bass players who have made names for themselves in the world of rock. Women bassists play a much bigger role in rock than in other musical idioms – and not just because of the proliferation of all-girl bands. In alternative rock in particular, the bass is considered the instrument of choice for women.
Carol Kaye is one of the important electric bass players regardless of gender. Originally a bebop guitarist who began performing 50 years ago, in the early 1960s she started a career as a studio bassist, eventually appearing on over 10,000 sessions including everything from Motown dates to recordings by Mel Torme, Ray Charles, and the Beach Boys. Anyone who has listened to pop music has likely heard her. This is an excerpt from a documentary that features Carol. Many of the tunes featured will be familiar to you; you may be surprised to learn that Carol Kaye is responsible for some of the most recognizable lines in popular music.
Kim Deal has played bass and sung with the alt-rock group, the Pixies, since 1986. Here she is performing “Gigantic” with the Pixies at Lollapalooza in 2005.
Kim Gordon has played bass and guitar and provided vocals in the early alt rock band Sonic Youth since 1981. In this video, the group plays “Silver Rocket” on David Sanborn’s “Night Music” TV show from the 80s.
Gail Ann Dorsey is a top session bassist and vocalist. In addition to having several solo albums, she has performed and recorded with artists such as Bryan Ferry, Dar Williams, Tears for Fears, the Indigo Girls, Jane Siberry, and most notably, David Bowie. This video features her playing and singing “Under Pressure” with David Bowie. (This is the bass line that Vanilla Ice famously stole for his hit, “Ice Ice Baby.”)
Tina Weymouth was a founding member of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band, the Talking Heads, and later, the Tom Tom Club. Here she sings and plays a Steinberger bass with the Tom Tom Club at London’s Dominican Theatre in 1988.
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Interview With Bassist Graham Stanush
Bassist Graham Stanush…
Return to Dust is keeping Grunge alive and well! They have a new self-titled album that went out on May 3rd, 2024 and will be super busy promoting this project in the near future.
Graham Stanush is the bass powerhouse driving their sound and adding vocals to the mix. Join me as we hear all about Graham’s musical journey, details about the new album, how he gets his sound and their plans for the future.
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Review: CrystalBright Rombo Picks
CrystalBright Rombo Picks
PR SamplePlaying bass with a pick is still a touchy subject in our community. I believe you should be able to use whatever you need to get your sound. Even though I mostly play with my fingers, I like to check out innovative new picks that might have something new to offer, sonically speaking.
Judith and Carlos from Rombo recently contacted me about a new material called CrystalBright that they have been researching for the last 12 months and offered to send some prototype picks. After trying them out, I put together this video with my findings.
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Bass Player Health
Preparing for Performance with Dr. Randy Kertz
Preparing for Performance…
This month we discuss how to prepare for a performance and easy strategies that go a long way.
Dr. Randall Kertz is the author of The Bassist’s Complete Guide to Injury Management, Prevention and Better Health. Click here to get your copy today!
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Interview With Bassist Erick “Jesus” Coomes
Bassist Erick “Jesus” Coomes…
It is always great to meet a super busy bassist who simply exudes a love for music and his instrument. Erick “Jesus” Coomes fits this description exactly. Hailing from Southern California, “Jesus” co-founded and plays bass for Lettuce and has found his groove playing with numerous other musicians.
Join us as we hear of his musical journey, how he gets his sound, his ongoing projects, and his plans for the future.
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Working-Class Zeros: Episode #2 – Financial Elements of Working Musicians
Working-Class Zeros: Episode #2 – Financial Elements of Working Musicians
“These stories from the front are with real-life, day-to-day musicians who deal with work life and gigging and how they make it work out. Each month, topics may include… the kind of gigs you get, the money, dealing with less-than-ideal rooms, as well as the gear you need to get the job done… and the list goes on from there.” – Steve the Bass Guy and Shawn Cav
Interview With Bassist Graham Stanush
Review: CrystalBright Rombo Picks
Preparing for Performance with Dr. Randy Kertz
Interview With Bassist Erick “Jesus” Coomes
