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048 - In Conversation with Michael Janisch - Paradigm Shift Oct 31, 2016

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In today’s podcast Michael Janisch talks about his long-standing love affair with the bass.
Michael Janisch emerged as a force to be reckoned with his 2010 solo album, Purpose Built, yet almost slipped away under the radar while setting up his own record label, only to build up a headwind of critical approval with his latest release, Paradigm Shift.

047 - In Conversation with Mark Saunders – The Rise of the Machine Oct 24, 2016

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In today’s podcast we unravel the tone secrets of Florence and the Machine bassist Mark Saunders.

046 - In Conversation with Colin Edwin – Bring on the Prog! Oct 17, 2016

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In today’s podcast Scott meets Colin Edwin, bassist with Britprog legends Porcupine Tree.

045 - In Conversation with Doug Wimbish - The Journeyman Bassist Oct 10, 2016

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In today’s podcast we’re talking to a modern master of the electric bass.

Best known for his work with Living Colour, Doug Wimbish can look back on an esteemed career that began in the early 80s when he was recruited by Sugar Hill Records to join the rap label’s house band.

044 - In Conversation with Michael Manring – Taking Bass Further Oct 03, 2016

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In today’s podcast we’re talking to a bassist who’s taken the art of solo bass playing to a whole new level.

Merging breathtaking technique with a compositional approach that defies logic, Michael Manring is a unique talent on the bass guitar. After early acclaim as a fresh new voice on the instrument, his friendship with acoustic guitar genius Michael Hedges led to a lengthy period as house bassist for Windham Hill Records, with whom he made his debut as a solo artist, releasing Unusual Weather in 1986. His relentless search for new sounds also led to the creation of his signature Zon Hyperbass, an instrument that boasts a three-octave fretless fingerboard and seemingly endless tuning capabilities. It will blow your mind to hear Michael in action!

043 - In Conversation with Bryan Beller - Mastering Tone and Versatility Sep 26, 2016

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In today’s podcast we follow Bryan Beller into realms of bass guitar, role modelling and rock royalty.

Bryan Beller needs no introduction. He has been at the top of his game for long enough that we all know who he is and what he does. He's the electric bass star who's known for some of the finest rock-fusion chops on the planet.

042 - In Conversation with Dishan Abrahams – Doing What’s Right for the Gig Sep 19, 2016

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In today’s podcast we meet the bass player for pop sensation Kylie Minogue.

Dishan Abrahams is the sort of bassist whose playing can often go unnoticed, blending in smoothly while providing a solid musical link between the vocals and the rest of the band.

041 - In Conversation with Freekbass - What the Funk? Sep 12, 2016

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In today’s podcast we chat to Freekbass about spreading the gospel of funk.
Having cranked out some killer b-lines on his latest solo album, Freekbass is fast becoming recognised as one of the most iconic bass players in modern funk.

040 - In Conversation with Steve Jenkins - NYC Funk Sep 05, 2016

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In today’s podcast we meet a player who is taking the electric bass to new heights.
Perhaps best known for his stints with Vernon Reid (Living Colour) and Dave Fiuczynski in Screaming Headless Torsos, Steve Jenkins is one of the New York bass scene’s most exciting players.

039 - In Conversation with Will Lee - Pocket Central Aug 29, 2016

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In today’s podcast Will Lee talks about his love of The Beatles and what it’s like to be one of the world’s first call session players.

Will Lee is absolutely essential listening for any and every bass player. He is the kind of bassist who makes everything look easy. After rising to prominence as one of New York’s top session players, Will has played for the likes of James Brown, Steely Dan, The Brecker Brothers, Chaka Khan, Mike Stern, Frank Sinatra, Diana Ross, George Benson, Kool & the Gang, Hiram Bullock and Ringo Starr. In addition, along with a 33 year stint with David Letterman’s CBS Orchestra, fans have long been able to catch Will in his beloved Beatle tribute band, the Fab Faux. A cornerstone of the New York scene with an eclectic back catalogue, his 2013 solo recording, Love, Gratitude and Other Distractions, proved the CBS Orchestra mainstay is still in his prime. Over to you, Will...

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