Bass Player Interviews

With over 800 one-at-a-time interviews with bass players of just about every style and genre, you’re bound to find somebody (or, more likely, lots of somebodies!) that interest you. Take a look around. You’ll find loads of inspiration tons of tips for learning bass!

Trevor Bolder

British bass vet tells FBPO all about playing with David Bowie’s Spiders from Mars, Mick Ronson, Wishbone Ash and current gig with Uriah Heep

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Rudy Sarzo

Seasoned rocker tells FBPO about his early years in Cuba, plus experiences with Jaco, Ozzy, Randy Rhoads, and Dio

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Jimmy Earl

Long-time bicoastal powerhouse recounts his career highlights, including gigs with Stanley Clarke and Chick Corea’s Elektric Band, to his current spot with Jimmy Kimmel Live

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Dann Glenn

Multi-talented all-around musician talks about his experiences with Jaco Pastorius, Jeff Berlin, Monk Montgomery and Percy Jones — plus a whole lot more!

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Dave Marotta

Studio vet has played bass for everyone from Kenny Loggins and Phil Collins to tons of film and TV soundtracks. Great insights on career, equipment…

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Brad Russell

Detroit native has done it all, from Gary Karr and classical to Rick Derringer, Clarence Clemons and Joe Satriani. Read his story, as told to…

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Lincoln Goines

Veteran doubler and Berklee bass prof tells FBPO about his immersion into the latin jazz scene, long-time gig with Dave Valentin, and tips for learning…

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Will Turpin

Collective Soul bassist shares his thoughts on the band’s formation, music education, The Lighthouse and much more. Hear the whole conversation.

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