Ron Carter
The granddaddy of jazz bass talks of his Detroit roots, Miles Davis, film scoring
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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
Ralphe Armstrong
Jazz legend recounts the gigs with John McLaughlin, Frank Zappa, Carlos Santana and much more!
Read MoreBjorn Englen
Swedish rocker talksto FBPO about coming to America, the BIT experience and the gigs with Quiet Riot and Yngwie Malmsteen!
Read MoreRhonda Smith
Jeff Beck’s newest bass ace tells FBPO about working with the British guitar icon, as well as the gig with Prince and her own solo…
Read MoreGerald Veasley
Philly bassist talks about playing with Joe Zawinul, the Electric Mingus Project and how he’s helping usher in the next generation of great bass players!
Read MoreDominique Di Piazza
European superstar bassist discusses his multi-cultural background, trademark right-hand technique, tours with Gil Evans and John McLaughlin and his own line of basses
Read MoreJeff Berlin
Bass icon recounts the journey from his days as a classical violinist to becoming one of the most highly regarded electric bass players in the…
Read MoreVictor Wooten
Bass superhero discusses his musical upbringing, the Béla Fleck gig, collaborations with Steve Bailey and the SMV project
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