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‘Hustle’… Artist Update with Bassist Jon Von Boehm
Bassist Jon Von Boehm on his new album ‘Hustle’, featuring Aly Cutter.
On ‘Hustle’, expect the unexpected, in my opinion, should really be the name of the latest release from Bassist Jon Von Boehm; of course, I like the name “Hustle” just as much.
On this album, Jon isn’t afraid to take things outside the box. Being true to himself and his musicianship, he plays what he feels. So many folks put music and musicians into categories, which isn’t fair; musicians should be able to express themselves the way they feel, and that is what Jon has done on this release and he has done it extremely well.
As my friend Andy Poynter states, “Jon Von Boehm has not only taken the brave steps to release an EP in these tough times for any musician but he has also taken a dramatic change to the style we all know and love. The Masterful Bass is still there but his collaboration with Aly Cutter really works”.
On ‘Hustle’, Jon only uses bass, while you may find that hard to believe, that’s what it is.
Jon is a master at creating some of the coolest soundscapes with bass that I have ever heard, and these soundscapes are abundant and extremely well done. I can’t recall any bassists doing what Jon has done on this release. Are there bass-only releases only out there? Sure, there are a multitude of them, but I can’t recall any of them going to the extreme that Jon has with ‘Hustle’.
On top of doing all the bass, Jon has done all the drum and percussion programming. Enter Aly Cutter, a vocalist with a beautiful, angelic voice to add even more spice to an already, well, I am just going to say it, a magnificent work of art.
I got to sit down with Jon to talk about the new album and a favorite subject, gear…
My only disappointment with ‘Hustle’ is that it only has six tracks, being honest here, I want more.
From the smooth funk groove of “Bet You Can’t”, to the great grooving feel of “Spotlight” with Aly just adding more here with the feel of her performance on this one and right after the breakdown, that funky slap-groove we all know that Jon does very well. Let’s not forget “What You Need”, which has a very fitting tapping section, and “Maiden Fair”, which kind of reminds me a little of smooth Jazz. I have to say it, if I had to pick a favorite, which was hard to do, it would have to be “Spotlight”, which has a nice melodic bass solo (after all, it is a solo bass release – lol).
Jon Von Boehm always leaves me wanting more from him with his releases and we never will know what his next one will be, but I already expect the unexpected and I know Jon can deliver in that aspect. Who knows, maybe the next one will be a metal release! (hint hint)
You can check out Jon Von Boehm and Aly Cutter on: Spotify, Apple Music, iTunes, Amazon, Pandora, Deezer, Tidal, iHeartRadio, ClaroMusica, Saavn, Boomplay, Anghami, KKBox, NetEase, Tencent, Triller, Yandex Music, MediaNet and Shazam.
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jonvonboehm.com
jonvonboehm.bandcamp.com
facebook.com/alycutter
alycuttermusic.com
June 2019: Interview with Bassist Jon Von Boehm
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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.
Photo, Bob Forte
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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
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Tour Touch Base (Bass) with Ian Allison
Ian Allison Bassist extreme…
Most recently Ian has spent the last seven years touring nationally as part of Eric Hutchinson and The Believers, sharing stages with acts like Kelly Clarkson, Pentatonix, Rachel Platten, Matt Nathanson, Phillip Phillips, and Cory Wong playing venues such as Radio City Music Hall, The Staples Center and The Xcel Center in St. Paul, MN.
I had a chance to meet up with him at the Sellersville Theater in Eastern Pennsylvania to catch up on everything bass. Visit online at ianmartinallison.com/
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New Gear: Spector Woodstock Custom Collection Volume II
Spector Launches Woodstock Custom Collection Volume II…
Spector Musical Instruments expands their celebrated Woodstock Custom Collection with the Volume II series – a breathtaking series of 12 handcrafted, one-of-a-kind bass guitars, each one masterfully designed by members of the Spector team. Crafted in the Spector USA Custom Shop in Woodstock, New York, these works of art go beyond musical instruments and expand the boundaries of Spector Bass design.
Spector’s iconic design lays the foundation for the Volume II collection. Each bass showcases a unique vision, including the selection of tonewoods, electronics, captivating finishes, and intricate design details. The collection highlights Spector’s commitment to craftsmanship and artistry and the individual people and stories that make up the team.
“The Woodstock Custom Collection was such a huge success, and we had so much fun with it that we couldn’t wait to do it again,” said John Stippell, Director – Korg Bass Division. “With Volume II, we’re expanding on everything we learned from the first collection, as well as pushing our design and Custom Shop team even further. These basses are a testament to the inspiring talent, creativity, and skill of every person on the Spector team. I’m excited for all of these basses and love how they tell the unique stories of all involved.”
Visit online at spectorbass.com/
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New Gear: The Dingwall John Taylor Signature Model
Dingwall John Taylor Signature Model…
After playing a limited edition Dingwall live with Duran Duran, John Taylor has launched his
Dingwall Guitars production model, loaded with a Rupert Neve Designs preamp and
Rio-inspired graphics.
Dingwall’s major launch for 2023 was the limited edition Rio Dream Bass, featuring an
innovative Rupert Neve Designs onboard preamp. A year later, the range has been bolstered
with the Canadian company now offering unlimited access to its continued collaboration with
John Taylor of Duran Duran.
Dingwall CEO Sheldon Dingwall says the basses are a response to Taylor’s upfront bass style.
“John’s bass playing with Duran Duran really imprinted on me how a bass should fit into a band mix. The combination of tastefully busy syncopation, his punchy tone, and tight performance immediately drew my ear. His basslines have always had a special combination of energy and elegance.”
The John Taylor Signature model follows the formula of the limited edition Rio Dream Bass,
combining a lightweight Nyatoh body with three neodymium pickups to produce what Dingwall deems “wonderful playability and tones that display a rare clarity and refinement.” The JT Signature model also updates the Rio Dream Bass with a range of new colors; Metallic Black, Primrose, Cranberry and Seafoam Green, as well as a new 5-string variant.
Other specs include a bolt-on Maple neck, a Pau Ferro multi-scale fingerboard with the ‘Rio Eye’ inlaid at the 12th fret, and Dingwall’s new ‘Minimalist’ bridge. The headstock sports lightweight tuners and a Rio-inspired graphic that complements the body stripes, designed by longtime Duran Duran collaborator, Patty Palazzo.
Finally, an onboard preamp designed and configured in collaboration with Rupert Neve Designs, whose studio consoles have long represented the pinnacle of high-end audio engineering, promises a clear voice that balances punch and sustain. “Duran’s breakthrough single, the title track from 1982’s Rio, was originally recorded on a Neve console, so the history was already there,” says Sheldon. “But the team at Rupert Neve Designs absolutely nailed the tone.”
Like the Rio Dream Bass, the JT Signature has also been configured to Taylor’s own personal
specifications. “It all started when I was in Toronto about six years ago,” says Taylor. “A friend
showed me a Dingwall bass on his phone. I loved how it looked and immediately said to my
tech, ‘You’ve got to reach out to these guys!’”
For further information on the range options, head to dingwallguitars.com