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Jonathan Moffett “Sugarfoot”, A Bass Player’s Best Friend – Bass Musician Magazine, June 2018 Issue
A DRUMMERS BEST FRIEND By Michel Laredo aka Momo
Click to view a personal message for Bass Players by Jonathan “Sugarfoot” Moffett
This Month on Bass Musician Magazine it was in the stars to showcase something a little different, something a little unexpected, but something that is totally respected when it comes to the foundation of music and becoming a bass player’s best friend.
You and your partner in groove crime
Navigating the cosmos of Musical highways
That you are paving together in real time.
Is one of the true and rightful goals for us bass players.
The right drummer will make you sound and play at your best,
They will make or break a track, and even make you sound better
Then you really are.
Photo courtesy of jmdb.world
It is with great honor that I get to bring you a set of interviews with one of the world’s best BEATSTERS and driving Drum force for 30 years with Michael Jackson, as well as his sister Janet Jackson, Madonna, Elton John, George Michael and many others over the course of his long successful career as a drummer, producer, writer, artist and all around spiritual, wise and funny guy.
In these interviews you will learn and confirm what a guy like Jonathan likes in a bass player, how he sees the relationship between the kick and the snare, the power of discipline, his favorite bass players as well as incredible stories about how he started and his journey with some of the greatest music makers in history.
Jonathan Moffett is one of the best examples of a guy who came from nowhere but had a dream and worked hard.
He was working and getting paid by the age of 10 years old and his first professional gig was with the king himself, Michael Jackson, until the very end.
I urge my bass player brothers to take the time to listen and extract the valuable life changing information that is shared by The Sugarfoot and let it inspire a new and optimized direction you might be looking for.
Listen to it in peace, not with a bunch of noise in the background, Focus!
Jonathan has a very soothing voice that delivers precise real time information, tips and tricks that take years to learn and understand. Let’s take the lessons from this Master, the very first Drummer, if ever again to share the symbiosis appreciation here on Bass Musician Magazine for love of his Bass brother in Arms, You, The Bass Player.
Thanks for Reading, Watching, Sharing, and commenting!!! You guys totally Rock !!!
M xoxoxox
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Opening and Cover Photo, Char Rowse from Drumeo
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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.
For more info check out @rombopicks
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.
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
Interview With Bassist Graham Stanush
Review: CrystalBright Rombo Picks
Preparing for Performance with Dr. Randy Kertz
Interview With Bassist Erick “Jesus” Coomes
