Artist Interviews
Sean O’Bryan Smith
Sean O’Bryan Smith has become a house hold name to music industry, being internationally recognized producer, composer, clinician, record label executive and even freelance writer. Sean’s ability to adapt to virtually any musical situation is why he has become one of the most in demand musicians in the industry. Sean has played or recorded with some familiar names in... Read More »
Alana Rocklin
Playing upright, electric, fretless and midi bass, Alana Rocklin is known for her relentless groove. Alana will be touring with My Morning Jacket frontman, Jim James, for his solo album “Regions of Light and Sound of God”. She is also the official bassist for producers the J.U.S.T.I.C.E. League, appearing on Rick Ross’ Grammy nominated 2012 release “God Forgives I... Read More »
Adam Nitti
Adam Nitti has influenced bass players around the world, with his solo albums to his clinic work. Adam has just opened a new website to better educate bass players. Adam has worked and recorded with a number of great artists such as: Dave Weckl Band, Steven Curtis Chapman, Victor Wooten,Susan Tedeschi, Mandisa, the Jeff Coffin Mu-tet, Casting Crowns, Victor... Read More »
Lee Sklar
Los Angels-based bass player, Leland “Lee” Sklar, has been among the elite of studio musicians for over 40 years. His outstanding work can be heard on over 2000 albums in which he has recorded. The list of artists he has supported include music icons such as: Phil Collins, B.B. King, James Taylor and Toto. Bass Players United caught up... Read More »
Interview- Andy Saxton
Andy Saxton is no stranger to the bass world. After working along side Bon Jovi, Sepultura, Alexisonfire, Jimmy Eat World, and the release of his own album ‘ Evolution Of The Thumb’ shows his diversity as a solo artist. We caught up with Andy and asked him about some his past and future projects. BPU:When did you get your... Read More »
Interview- Leslie Johnson
Jermaine Morgan launched his 2nd contest ‘Say It With Your Strings.’ Jermaine brought on 3 world renowned bassists to judge his contest, Damian Erskine, Adam Nitti and Robert Bubby Lewis who were all amazed at Leslie Johnson’s entry. The judges agreed hands down that Leslie had great use of space and melodic content to his smooth, groovin’, and excellent... Read More »
Interview- Amanda Ruzza
Amanda Ruzza album debut, “This Is What Happened” left many who appreciate quality music in awe. We caught up with Amanda and got some back ground info on Amanda’s past and the making of the album. BPU:When did you get your first bass: AR:I got it in Brazil, at the age of 12, after falling in love with the... Read More »
BPU Interview-Sarit Black
Manchester native Sarit Black needs no introduction. Her ambition took her from being a drummer to playing bass with well known band David R Black band. Sarit’s passion and motivation was noted when she was nominated for Bass Player of the year at the Punk Rock Awards. We caught up with Sarit on her past and new projects. BPU:When... Read More »
BPU Interview-Scott Fernandez
BPU: Can you tell us about your musical inspiration? SF: I listen to a lot of music and my inspirations are reflective of that. Things like Quruli, Yelle, MC Frontalot, YMCK, Erykah Badu, George Watsky, Deftones, Pe’z. That is always an incredibly difficult thing to answer. It’s like asking you to catch air with a butterfly net. There’s WAY... Read More »
Bullet Cables
Q:Introduce yourself to our readers please? A:I’m Ted McCann. I am the lead designer for Core One (parent company). Most people know my work with Bullet Cable the best. Q: What is the story behind Bullet Cables, and where did idea of making your own cables come from? A:Many people do not know this, but the Bullet Cable was... Read More »
Interview-Vincenzo Maurogiovanni
In 2007 Vincenzo Maurogiovanni was named best European rising bass player, and has continued to show his diversity of talents since then winning 1st prize at Bassmaster international in 2010, and releasing two highly acclaimed solo albums. We caught up with Vincenzo on what has brought him to this point and future projects. BPU: When did you get... Read More »
Interview- Timothy Lefebvre
Timothy Lefebvre needs no introduction. A exceptional bass player who’s work has never gone unnoticed. Timothy has played with many artists such his current band Rudder, Chris Botti, Sting, Wayne Krantz, John Mayer and many more. We caught up with Timothy and asked him about the new Zoom B3 Bass Multi-Effects Pedal that he worked on and more. ... Read More »
Bass Players United Interview- Scott Reeder
BPU:When did you get your first bass: SR:I was playing drums in a punk band called Dead Issue during high school, around 1982. Our bass player quit, and we couldn’t find a replacement. I bought his Rickenbacker copy for a hundred bucks and borrowed a little amp from our guitarist, Mario Lalli. We got Alfredo Hernandez to play drums,... Read More »
