Alphonso Johnson
Bass icon discusses his Philly heritage, the Weather Report days, tackling the Chapman “Stick” and his Lifetime Achievement Award
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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!
Steve Bailey
Everybody’s favorite bass player talks about the styles, the sessions, his bass collection and, of course, surfing!
Read MoreRay Riendeau
Virtuoso bassist tells FBPO about the tours, the sessions, new CD and much more!
Read MoreBilly Sheehan
Consummate rocker goes one-on-one with FBPO’s Jon Liebman, covering the gigs, the tours, equipment and more!
Read MoreMarcus Miller
The complete interview, originally published in four installments in January 2011 during FBPO’s “Marcus Miller Month”
Read MoreLarry Hartke
Co-founder of mega-popular bass amp and speaker cabinet company tells FBPO the whole story behind Hartke Systems
Read MoreBob Babbitt
Original “Funk Brother” recounts the great sessions at Motown, Philly and Nashville, as well as one or two things that may surprise you!
Read MoreDarryl 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
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