We delve into our interview archives once again to look back on some of the blockbuster moments with the biggest names in bass, such as the time Scott interviewed Tim Lefebvre and got the lowdown on his insane pedalboard. Or when he sat down with Henrik Linder at the end of 2018 after his knock out set at the London Bass Guitar Show.
Yesterday
215- Mike Dirnt and the INCREDIBLE Bass Lines of Green Day
Ian is joined by Mike Dirnt to break down the bass lines that shaped the sound of Green Day. From “Longview” to “Basket Case,” Mike shares how he builds his parts, what inspired them, and how simple ideas turn into massive, melodic bass lines that drive the song. Tone, attack, fe ... Show More
50m 45s
Feb 4
214- EllenPlaysBass' Favorite Bass Lines
Scott sits down with bassist Ellen Alaverdyan to break down some of her favorite bass lines, from iconic grooves like Money by Pink Floyd to Come On, Come Over and more. Ellen shares what makes these lines stand out, how she learns them, and the practice habits that help her real ... Show More
19m 52s
Jan 21
213 - Joe Dart Breaks Down His Favorite Bass Lines
What makes a bass line stick with you for life? Joe Dart sits down with Scott to talk through some of his all time favorite bass lines and the songs that shaped his playing from day one, digging into influences like Sly and the Family Stone, Tower of Power, and Red Hot Chili Pepp ... Show More
24m 21s
Dec 2023
Episode 19: Lars’ Current Music Obsessions; Robert’s Favorite Funk Grooves; Dr. Corey Spurlin, Auburn University Marching Band Director
The week of December 6, 2023 on The Metallica Report…
Steffan and Renée do a deep dive into both the physical and mental iPods of Lars and Rob, as Lars shares more of his musical obsessions and Rob throws down his five favorite funk cuts. They also speak with Auburn University’s ... Show More
23m 19s
Jan 2024
Select 212: Mixed by Bassam
Paris-based DJ and co-founder of record label Distrikt Paris, Bassam, is known for his sought-after eclectic selection and sharp technique. Bassam has been shaking dancefloors across France and Europe at large, and this year, he released his debut album ‘Clockwise Rhapsody’.
For ... Show More
1h 43m
Dec 2023
Episode 20: Rob hangs with Geddy Lee; Christian Carichner, Iowa State University Marching Band Director
The week of December 13, 2023 on The Metallica Report…
Rob Trujillo brings us behind the scenes of “Are Bass Players Human Too?”, the new docuseries from Rush’s Geddy Lee. As the focus of one of four episodes, Rob spent two full days with Geddy, showing him around his Southern C ... Show More
20m 6s