Alphonso Johnson
Weather Report, Jazz is Dead bassist shares details on his new Blue Fox String Quintet
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Welcome to this collection of conversations with some of the most influential bass players in the world.
Since 2009, I’ve had the privilege of sitting down with bassists from every corner of the music world — legends, innovators, session players, bandleaders, and players whose work you’ve heard far more than you realize. What started as a simple idea has grown into an archive of over 900 interviews, covering not just technique and gear, but musical thinking, instincts, and real-world experience.
Looking for something a little more curated?
Check out the From the Vault series — a handpicked selection of standout interviews worth revisiting.
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Archived interviews
Don Miller
Accomplished jazz bassist on playing with music icons from Dizzy Gillespie to NSYNC
Read MoreRubem Farias
Brazilian jazz bass maestro talks upcoming album release, 2025 tours with Mike Stern and Dennis Chambers
Read MoreMarco Panascia
First-call NYC bass doubler on balancing a jazz career and Broadway pit work, touring with Lea DeLaria
Read MoreMatt Mangano
Zac Brown Band bassist shares details on upcoming album, recording and audio engineering in Nashville
Read MoreMichael Manring
Iconic electric bass soloist shares studying advanced intonation, upcoming teaching and recording engagements
Read MoreJohnny Griparic
Swedish hard rocker shares landing the bass gig with Slash, navigating the ‘90s L.A. music scene
Read MoreKevin Chown
Accomplished touring and session bass player on taking his Detroit-based influence out into the world
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