Joe Santerre
The teacher of many bass greats, including Bryan Beller, Chris Chaney and Tom Hamilton, offers FBPO readers advice on how to become a better bass…
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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
Charlie Souza
Rock veteran talks to FBPO about his gigs with Gregg Allman and Tom Petty and his current position as bass player for the New Rascals
Read MoreTim Bogert
This bona fide rock legend tells about his days with Vanilla Fudge, Jeff Beck, BIT and more!
Read MoreChristian Fabian
Long-time Lionel Hampton bassist tells the story of coming to America, playing jazz and scoring films while becoming one of the East Coast’s busiest bass…
Read MoreAlexis Sklarevski
BIT department head talks to FBPO about his work with CSN, the Zappas, Carole King and Chuck Berry, as well as his world-famous publications
Read MoreRufus Reid
Jazz legend goes one-on-one with FBPO, as he discusses performing, composing, teaching and more!
Read MoreTerry Plumeri
Extraordinary interview with master arco jazzer, who’s also a conductor, composer and more
Read MoreBryan Beller
Bass superstar talks about the Zappa and Vai gigs, Berklee, solo CDs and more!
Read MoreBruce Gertz
Berklee’s bass guru provides invaluable words of wisdom for bass players of all levels. A must-read!
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