What’s Your “Excuse” For Not Chasing That Music Career Goal?
The obstacles these people have overcome make them nothing short of remarkable
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Welcome to The Essence of Groove. Here you’ll find a collection of free bass lessons filled with groove-focused insights, practical tips, and essential concepts every bass player should know. A lot of these lessons were inspired by the questions and challenges I hear most often from students and players around the world.
I hope you dig in, explore, and find something that helps you connect more deeply with the groove. Your comments and feedback are always welcome!
— Jon
How Old Is “Old Enough” To Go On The Road?
Ozzy Osbourne bassist Blasko recalls his (dangerous) early days
Read MoreDoes Your Mama Dance/Does Your Daddy Rock & Roll?
The impact of having/being cool parents!
Read MoreBass Players, Paying It Forward
Cheap Trick’s Tom Petersson and his “Rock Your Speech” Foundation
Read MoreThe Future of Rock (and Rock Bass)
What will happen after all the classic rock bands are gone?
Read MoreAmerica: The Land Of (Bass Player) Opportunity?
How this Bolivian virtuoso is “living the dream” and “enjoying the ride”
Read MoreThere’s Always Plenty of Humility To Go Around
What Makes (Some) Celebrities Turn Into Jerks?
Read MoreShould Bass Players Try To Become Singers In Order To Land More Gigs?
Is it possible to give equal focus to both playing and singing?
Read MoreWhy do we love James Jamerson so much?
Iconic “Funk Brother” cited by many obvious – and not-so-obvious – bassists
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