Bob Babbitt
Original “Funk Brother” recounts the great sessions at Motown, Philly and Nashville, as well as one or two things that may surprise you!
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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!
Darryl Jones
Chicago-bred low-ender tells FBPO what it’s like to play bass for Miles Davis, Sting, Madonna and the Rolling Stones
Read MoreReggie Hamilton
Versatile bassist is equally at home with his arco classical chops and those nasty funk and R&B grooves!
Read MoreEmmett Chapman
Brilliant inventor of the Chapman “Stick” tells FBPO the whole story of the instrument’s origin, players and what’s next
Read MoreBill “The Buddha” Dickens
Amazing funkateer and Ramsey Lewis alumnus talks about his career, mentors, equipment and more
Read MoreDamian Erskine
Hot bassist talks about growing up Erskine, including first-hand accounts of those famous Weather Report rehearsals with you-know-who!
Read MoreJayen Varma
Fascinating, one-on-one interview with this most original innovator of “Indian slap bass”
Read MoreJanek Gwizdala
Heavy-hitting electric player recounts his London influences, Berklee and making it in NYC!
Read MoreJohn Clayton
Performer, educator and bandleader talks about studying with Ray Brown, working for Henry Mancini and performing with the Amsterdam Philharmonic
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