108 - What I learned from recording my album - Part 2: Mindset, preparation & regrets
When it comes to recording, everyone has their own way of getting in the zone. Sure, spontaneous magic can sometimes happen, but being prepared for what you're about to do is the best way to really ge...
25 Sep 202332min
107 - What I learned from recording my album - Part 1 - The Gear
Back in May, we went to the studio to record the first SBL album project. Originally it was going to be a pretty straightforward release… but having read through a bunch of comments, we decided to cha...
18 Sep 202337min
106 - Bass cab roundup! / Scott giving away his FAVORITE BASS?!
What a stupid question, right? As bass players, there are few things more satisfying than pulling the trigger on a new bass, but would we be better served expanding our amp collections instead? Will a...
11 Sep 202356min
105 - Emergency Episode... All your burning questions
There’s a reason more people listen to Guns N’ Roses than Victor Wooten, and it’s not because Duff McKagan is better at playing arpeggios! But still, good technique is something that every bassist sho...
4 Sep 202352min
104 - Demystifying the DI / Ian SUCKS at reading / Have Short Scales FINALLY had their 15 Minutes?!
In this week’s episode, Ian tells us about his experience playing with a full orchestra and navigating the social and musical intricacies he encountered, including confronting his imposter syndrome ar...
28 Aug 20231h 4min
103 - Drama in the Bass Community / Why Technique is Important / Scott loses the bass of a lifetime
We love the bass community and will always maintain that it is THE best community in music to be a part of. BUT. Every now and then even our community members show an uglier side. In the world of cont...
22 Aug 20231h 11min
102 - What if it ISN'T a Fender? Scott Abandons the P bass! Technique is EVERYTHING!
Are Fenders really the best option, especially when you’re looking to play professionally? Maybe not? In today’s podcast, we’re exploring why your bass doesn’t HAVE to be a Fender and some alternative...
18 Aug 20231h 13min
101 - Is he playing the MOST HISTORIC gig ever?! Amos Heller
A veteran of the Nashville studio scene, Amos Heller has occupied the bass chair for Taylor Swift’s backing band The Agency since 2007. Whether you’re a Taylor Swift fan or not, when Amos agreed to ch...
10 Aug 20231h 33min
