Andrew Gouché

Another episode of Bass Freq's means another intimate conversation with an award-winning and influential bassist. This time, we feature Andrew Gouché, a player who cut his teeth in the church gospel band and quickly became a first-call session and touring musician for some of biggest names in soul and R&B. Andrew enlightens host Josh Paul with stories of his early days, his affection for certain gear including his new signature products, and invaluable advice for working with artists and sustaining a satisfying career in a competitive industry.

A world-renowned bassist, Grammy® Award winning producer, and composer, Andrew Gouché  is best known for his creatively original bass lines and a unique sound that bass players around the world have sought to emulate.  With over 30 years of experience as the bassist for many R&B and Gospel legends as Prince and the New Power Generation, Gladys Knight, Andraé Crouch, The Winans, and musical director for Chaka Khan  he is a true pioneer that has made an indelible mark on the history of Gospel music with the addition of bass guitar when there was none in church.  Today, bass guitar is a must-have in churches across America.  He has paved the way and inspired today’s generation of Gospel and R&B bassists.