The Bass Freq’s Podcast, hosted by experienced recording and touring bass player Josh Paul (Suicidal Tendencies, Infectious Grooves, Daughtry), features in-depth discussions with some of the top bassists working today. With his groundbreaking style and carefully cultivated sound, Marcus Miller has created a unique and massively influential musical voice. His distinguished work with everyone from Miles Davis and Luther Vandross to Whitney Houston and Mariah Carey as well as a universally acclaime...
Dec 01, 2021•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 28
The Bass Freq’s Podcast, hosted by experienced recording and touring bass player Josh Paul (Suicidal Tendencies, Infectious Grooves, Daughtry), features in-depth discussions with some of the top bassists working today. This week’s guest is Ian Martin Allison, a bona fide Bass Freq by any measure—his unapologetic love and exuberance for all things bass is infectious to anyone who tunes into his FX explorations informative online lessons. Here, Ian chats with Josh about a range of subterranean sub...
Nov 24, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 27
Evan Marien is a man of many roles—bassist, multi-instrumentalist, producer, composer—but at the heart of it all is musician who truly loves creating music and has relentlessly tread the path to make that happen. He joins Josh Paul for a discussion about his career journey, his projects and collaborations, his insights on the creative process, and the gear that makes it all happen.
Nov 17, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 26
This week’s episode features the highly respected first-call session bassist Sean Hurley. What does it take to get to that spot as a professional musician and have your work heard on literally thousands of songs and soundtracks world wide? It’s not always what you expect. Sean breaks all of it down in for host Josh Paul with a highly engaging, informative, and entertaining walk through his process, experiences, and the knowledge of the craft he’s acquired over the years. There’s plenty of great ...
Nov 10, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 25
A prodigy who began her career at 11, Mohini Dey's talent, technique, and passion for music helped her shatter the preconceptions of what was possible for a female bass player hailing from Mumbai’s music scene. In the years since, she has earned herself a place among the upper echelons of world-renowned bassists. She tells her awesome story to host Josh Paul and offers insights into her approach to musicianship, the music industry, and gear.
Nov 03, 2021•45 min•Ep. 24
Bass Freq's continues to bring you into the intimate world of some of the top bass players in the business, and this week is no different. Host Josh Paul gets on the line with Henrik Linder from his home in Sweden. A founding member of The Dirty Loops, Henrik has in a relatively short time earned worldwide acclaim for not only his technical skills but also his compositional prowess. Speaking with Josh, Henrik covers all of the important topics, from his earliest days idolizing Flea and first try...
Oct 27, 2021•39 min•Ep. 23
Justin Meldal-Johnsen is an acclaimed bass player whose driving, energetic bass lines have earned him spots on stage and in the studio with a wide variety of the world’s top acts, from Beck and Nine Inch Nails to St. Vincent and M83. He’s also an accomplished songwriter, producer, and musical director with enough credits from those roles to rival those he’s earned as a bassist. This week, he visits with host Josh Paul and shares some fantastic insight on his creative process, working with artist...
Oct 20, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 22
This week’s guest is Chris Chaney, a first-call player widely respected for his untouchable groove and uncanny sense for putting the notes just where they need to be. His well-earned reputation brought him from the classrooms of Berklee College and the beer-soaked floors of Los Angeles clubs to the world’s biggest stages and top recording studios, including work with Alanis Morrisette, Jane's Addiction, Taylor Hawkins, and numerous film scores. Speaking with Josh Paul, Chris discusses his musica...
Oct 13, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 21
To look upon Leland Sklar's discography is to unfurl a nearly endless scroll of iconic artists and historic albums. The tasteful bass lines he skillfully crafted as part of the Asylum Records’ house band during the ’70s and ’80s are woven into the fabric of popular music. In this episode, Leland treats host Josh Paul to all his his wit and wisdom through session stories, his approach to playing and gear, and the musical drive that has allowed him to retain his vibrant creativity and enthusiasm f...
Oct 06, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 20
This week's guest is Tim Lefebvre, a player prized for his ability to deliver impassioned and inventive performances both in the studio and under the stage lights while backing up an incredible list of artists that spans many genres. From the carefully sculpted grooves of David Bowie's Black Star to the soulful jamming of the Tedeschi Trucks Band to the wild improvisations of Wayne Krantz, Tim's bass lines always give the songs exactly what they need. Here, he talks with host Josh Paul about wor...
Sep 29, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 19
This week's episode, host Josh Paul gets on the line with Eric Fortaleza, a hard-working bassist who’s made the long trek from Sydney, Australia to Nashville, Tennessee where his driving bass lines are matched only by his drive to strengthen his musical community. He goes into depth on his recently developed non-profit organization called Pitch Meeting, which provides aspiring Nashville singer-songwriters with opportunities to perform, record, and get their music heard. He also drops some great ...
Sep 22, 2021•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 18
The Bass Freq’s Podcast, hosted by experienced recording and touring bass player Josh Paul (Suicidal Tendencies, Infectious Grooves, Daughtry), features in-depth discussions with some of the top bassists working today. This week’s episode features Duff McKagan. His 40-year career has been an epic one—and includes being a founding member of one of the biggest rock bands in the world. That’s Guns ’n’ Roses, if you live under a rock. Duff’s grooves can be heard on records that have sold millions, a...
Sep 15, 2021•49 min•Ep. 17
Grammy Award-winning artist Oteil Brubridge visits with Bass Freq's host Josh Paul from a place he is very much accustomed to—the road. His 30-year career is marked by countless collaborations with rock and blues stars such as the Allman Brothers, Eric Clapton, Santana, Billy Gibbons, the Tedeschi-Trucks Band, and members of the Grateful Dead in the group Dead & Company. In this discussion with Josh, Otiel speaks from the heart about starting out, his dedication to the craft, his appreciatio...
Sep 08, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 16
The Bass Freq’s Podcast, hosted by experienced recording and touring bass player Josh Paul (Suicidal Tendencies, Infectious Grooves, Daughtry), features in-depth discussions with some of the top bassists working today. This week’s episode features Darryl Jones. Few bass players have put in the work that he has, working with a huge variety of musicians at the top of their craft and gaining unique insights gained along the way to enhance his own artistic contributions. Throughout his long and frui...
Sep 01, 2021•51 min•Ep. 15
The Bass Freq’s Podcast, hosted by experienced recording and touring bass player Josh Paul (Suicidal Tendencies, Infectious Grooves, Daughtry), features in-depth discussions with some of the top bassists working today. Episode 14 features Michael League, Grammy Award-winning artist and leader of innovative musical collective Snarky Puppy. Michael’s one of those players whose virtuosic technique is guided by impeccable taste—he knows when to kick it up a notch, when to hang back and chill, and wh...
Aug 25, 2021•39 min•Ep. 14
Host Josh Paul hears from bass player Amos Heller, a veteran of the Nashville scene and longtime member of Taylor Swift's band. Along with dishing on his current work reviewing cool gear, Amos gives us a glimpse of both the good times and the bumpy times at the start of his career and lets us in on what it takes to be able to get on—and stay on—the tour bus (hint: it takes more than great chops and primo equipment).
Aug 18, 2021•47 min•Ep. 13
Rise Against bassist and co-founder Joe Principe sits down with host Josh Paul to discuss everything from how he got started playing bass and the origins of the band to what inspires their music, how he plays, and which gear he uses.
Aug 11, 2021•38 min•Ep. 12
Ever since his earliest days playing for his church band as a youngster, Eric Smith has been committed to laying down the thickest and most stable groove possible. His rocksteady rhythm and penchant for the pocket propelled him past flashier players into work with major acts, from Shelia E to Janet Jackson, Rihanna, Justin Timberlake, and Lalah Hathaway. On this episode of the Bass Fred’s Podcast, "Pik Funk" breaks it down for host Josh Paul on how he got his start, and he provides some invaluab...
Aug 04, 2021•52 min•Ep. 11
Session musicians are often the unsung heroes of legendary recordings, and among their ranks is James “Hutch” Hutchinson, whose illustrious career spans five decades. In this episode of Bass Freq’s, host Josh Paul gets Hutch to talk about how he got his start, life in the recording studio, and how he still stays inspired to play every chance he gets.
Jul 28, 2021•29 min•Ep. 10
Born and raised around the LA music industry, bassist Eva Gardner is no stranger to the world of performing at the highest level—whether as a solo artist in the studio or backing up international acts on stage. In this episode, she gets to catch up with her old music school buddy and Bass Freq’s host Josh Paul, filling him in on how she broke through in the business, what life has been like for her as a touring musician, and, as always, what gear she’s into.
Jul 21, 2021•42 min•Ep. 9
The band 311 was formed in 1988 and is still grooving thanks in part to its bassist Aaron “P-Nut” Wills who is always finding ways to be inspired and find joy in applying his craft to the band and many other collaborations. Host Josh Paul gets to hear how he got his start and love of the instrument, band life, and as always ample gear talk.
Jul 14, 2021•42 min•Ep. 8
Longtime bass player for legendary international funk and acid jazz crew Jamiroquai, Paul Turner has spent his career performing and recording with numerous other icons—from Tina Turner to Tom Jones. Here, he chats with host Josh Paul about his work with these artists as well as his creative process, gear, and the excitement of playing live even when things don't always go as planned.
Jul 07, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 7
Whether it’s prog metal, R&B, dub, or just about everything else in between, Steve Jenkins brings a true love for the music and technical mastery to everything he plays. On this episode of the Bass Freq’s Podcast, host Josh Paul gets Steve’s experienced insights on technique, gear, teaching, and coffee.
Jun 30, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 6
Graced with an incredibly fast thumb, Nick “Shinz” Schendzielos has become a highly respected and in-demand bass player. He brings double-thumb, tapping, slapping, chords, and fingerstyle techniques to thrash and death metal—genres whose bass players have traditionally only used fast fingers and pick strokes. Nick complements his deadly serious chops with a killer sense of humor, and through it all, his intense dedication to craft, finding great tone, and creating great music keeps him motivated...
Jun 23, 2021•58 min•Ep. 5
The fourth episode of the Bass Freq’s Podcast features UK bassist, producer, and engineer Adam “Nolly” Getgood. Nolly spent several years in the band Periphery, showcasing both his bass and recording chops, and he now spends most of his time working in the studio. He’s done production work for Animals as Leaders, Rise to Remain, and Bleed from Within among many other bands. Speaking with host Josh Paul, Nolly goes deep on a range of topics, from obsessing over the perfect bass tone and honing hi...
Jun 16, 2021•47 min•Ep. 4
For the third episode of the Bass Freq’s Podcast, host Josh Paul sits down with Victor Wooten (Bela Fleck and the Flecktones; SMV), a multiple Grammy Award winner and a true innovator of the electric bass. Victor isn’t just a master of technique—he’s a technical pioneer who explores every which way to make the electric bass express what he hears in his head. But underneath that technical mastery, he relies on a solid foundation of rhythm, feel, and knowing when—and when not—to play. When he’s no...
Jun 09, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 3
Spending the last 25+ years as a recording, touring, composing, and teaching bass player, Bryan Beller is a busy dude. He’s built a solid reputation for working hard, masterfully melding taste and technique, and holding it down as a team player. Bryan’s resume is chock full of some of the most technically sophisticated acts working today, including the Aristocrats (Guthrie Govan, Marco Minneman), Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, G3 (John Petrucci, Phil Collen), Dethklok, Mike Keneally of Zappa projects ...
Jun 02, 2021•51 min•Ep. 2
Bassist Doug Wimbish credits his growth and continued development as an artist to an having an open mind and a love for learning from any musician and playing any type of music, regardless of genre. For proof of Doug’s open-minded approach to music, all you need to do is scan his impressive resume. From his early days holding down the bottom end for seminal hip-hop label Sugarhill Records and artists such as Grandmaster Flash to his work with Tackhead, Living Colour, The Rolling Stones, Madonna,...
May 03, 2021•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 1
