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The Latest Bass Music Video Finds…
In this issue we present Part 2 of our ongoing series of great bass-drum duos. The rhythm section is the most important part of any band (as Jaco said, “Women, children and rhythm section first”), and clearly there is nothing like a bass-and-drums team that has stayed together for years. In our last issue we featured Sly & Robbie, George Porter Jr. and Zigaboo Modeliste, Ron Carter and Tony Williams and William Parker and Hamid Drake – a very good start, to be sure, but there are so many more duos that stayed and played together for years and, in their own way, changed music forever. Here are some of them:
Paul Chambers and Jimmy Cobb
Paul Chambers (bass) and Jimmy Cobb (drums) played with Miles Davis on the Kind of Blue album (1959), which is the bestselling jazz record of all time, still selling 5,000 copies a week after almost 40 years. Here they are playing “So What” from that album – the definition of cool.
Rocco Prestia and David Garibaldi
Tower of Power is in their 40th year, and Rocco Prestia (bass) and David Garibaldi (drums) were there at the beginning and they’re still there today. Here they perform “What is Hip?” That’s Lenny Pickett on sax.
Paul Jackson and Mike Clark
Paul Jackson (bass) and Mike Clark (drums) anchored Herbie Hancock’s band in the 70s and have performed with the Headhunters – with and without Herbie – since then. Here are clips from their instructional video featuring one sick groove after another.
Count Basie Rhythm Section
Check out the legendary Freddie Green (guitar), Norman Keenan (bass) and Sonny Payne (drums) backing Count Basie on “Twenty Minutes After Three” in 1968. This performance can be found on a DVD called Sound of Swing. You have to love the guy puffing on a cigarette and sitting next to Count Basie, which happens to be the famous music critic Ralph Gleason. Keenan also backed Harry Belafonte and the Chad Mitchell Trio (!). Mercifully, we were unable to uncover any footage of the latter – not that we looked hard.
William “Bootsy” Collins
You may ask, Why is this a clip of just Bootsy? Well, listen and watch as Bootsy explains “The One” in a 2008 lecture at the Berklee School of Music. As you are taking in the lesson, ask yourself: Does this guy even need a drummer – or a bass, for that matter?
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
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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.”
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Preparing for Performance with Dr. Randy Kertz
Interview With Bassist Erick “Jesus” Coomes
Working-Class Zeros: Episode #2 – Financial Elements of Working Musicians
Tour Touch Base (Bass) with Ian Allison
New Gear: Spector Woodstock Custom Collection Volume II
Preparing for Performance with Dr. Randy Kertz
This Week’s Top 10 Basses on Instagram
The Frank Brocklehurst 6-String Fretless Bass Build
Guy Pratt, Not Your Average Guy – May 2024 Issue
