Dunlop Presents Bass Freq’s

Another episode of Bass Freq's means another intimate conversation with an award-winning and influential bassist. This time, we feature Andrew Gouché, a player who cut his teeth in the church gospel band and quickly became a first-call session and touring musician for some of biggest names in soul and R&B. Andrew enlightens host Josh Paul with stories of his early days, his affection for certain gear including his new signature products, and invaluable advice for working with artists and sustaining a satisfying career in a competitive industry.

A world-renowned bassist, Grammy® Award winning producer, and composer, Andrew Gouché  is best known for his creatively original bass lines and a unique sound that bass players around the world have sought to emulate.  With over 30 years of experience as the bassist for many R&B and Gospel legends as Prince and the New Power Generation, Gladys Knight, Andraé Crouch, The Winans, and musical director for Chaka Khan  he is a true pioneer that has made an indelible mark on the history of Gospel music with the addition of bass guitar when there was none in church.  Today, bass guitar is a must-have in churches across America.  He has paved the way and inspired today’s generation of Gospel and R&B bassists. 

Award-winning Canadian-born bassist Rhonda Smith has been the driving force behind an amazing list of acts for the past two decades—Prince, Jeff Beck, Beyonce, Chaka Khan, and Erykah Badu just to name a few—not to mention great success standing out on her own as a singer and songwriter. This week, she speaks with Josh to cover all the ground, including her work with some of aforementioned artists, how she approaches songwriting, and the essential gear talk.

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 Scott Devine, a bass player whose pocket is as deep as his knowledge. He’s a respected veteran of the studio and the road, and over the last several years, he’s turned to sharing his low-end wisdom via Scott’s Bass Lessons, one of most successful online bass teaching sites around.

Speaking with Josh, Scott takes us through his life as a musician, from how he got started to how he approaches playing and teaching bass and much more. Listen to the Bass Freq’s Podcast now, wherever you listen to podcasts, and subscribe so that you can hear from more intriguing and inspiring guests every week.

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, we’re joined by Trevor Dunn, whose unique approach to playing and composing have made him a perfect fit for collaborations with Mike Patton, avant-garde producer/composer John Zorn, and Secret Chiefs 3. Speaking with Josh, Trevor shares his insights and perspectives on his playing style, working with the aforementioned artists, and much more. 

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This week’s episode of the Bass Freq’s podcast features Guy Pratt, a player whose career spans three decades and a long list of credits that includes such luminaries as Pink Floyd, Madonna, Michael Jackson, and many more. Speaking with host Josh Paul, Guy tells tales of the stage, the studio, and quests for the perfect tone —all delivered with a rapier wit that’s as sharp and unique as his technique.

On this episode of the Bass Freq’s Podcast, we’re joined by David Swift, one of the UK’s top bass players. A respected session musician, instructor, and lecturer, David breaks away from his wildly busy schedule to talk with host Josh Paul about breaking into the business, how to make the most of life as a bass player, and plenty of groovy gear talk along the way.

This week, Bass Freq’s host Josh Paul sits down with Robert “Bubby” Lewis, a prolific player who has thrown down grooves for an impressive host of such acts as Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Lupe Fiasco, and Stevie Wonder. Bubby takes a compositional approach to playing, paying careful mind to when he should lay back in the pocket or step out in front with jaw-dropping chops on his trusty 6-string bass. Speaking with Josh, Bubby takes us into his world with insightful anecdotes and advice that span recording, touring, gear, and staying inspired.

This episode of the Bass Freq's Podcast brings you Paolo Gregoletto, bassist for hard working metal music makers Trivium. Speaking with host Josh Paul, Paolo fills us in on how he got started, how he crafts his tone and bass lines for the band, what life is like on the road and in the studio, and—of course—a healthy dose of gear talk.

This week, Bass Freq's features Will Lee, a first-call master who’s paid his dues with tasty grooves, deep technical skill, and an uncanny ability to play any type of music. Longtime low-ender for The Late Show with David Letterman, Will has built a storied career that includes a nigh-endless list of collaborations with award-winning artists. Here, he joins host Josh Paul for some great stories, insights, and advice from a bass player who has seen it all.

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, we shine the spotlight on the incomparable Billy Sheehan. Playing an integral role in bands such as Mr. Big and Talas and sharing the stage with countless icons such as Steve Vai and David Lee Roth, Billy developed a technical prowess, unique playing style, and vigorous stage presence that have earned him a top spot among rock ’n’ roll’s most esteemed and respected bass players. 

Josh Paul guides us along Billy's journey from humble beginnings to the world’s grand stages and all the bumps and unforgettable moments and friendships along the way. There’s plenty of gear talk, too—what else do you expect when two bass players get together? Listen to the Bass Freq’s Podcast now, wherever you listen to podcasts, and subscribe so that you can hear from more intriguing and inspiring guests every week.

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 acclaimed solo career have further cemented his status as the modern era’s preeminent bass player. Simply put, the man is a living legend. 

Here, Marcus joins Josh Paul for an intimate conversation that goes beyond the usual tone talk with in-depth stories about Marcus’ hardworking start in the studios and clubs of New York, his musical and life philosophies, and his journey from session back-up musician to producer, composer, and signature artist. Listen to the Bass Freq’s Podcast now, wherever you listen to podcasts, and subscribe so that you can hear from more intriguing and inspiring guests every week.

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 subjects, from in-depth gear talk to his work as a touring and recording musician and how he carved out a niche for himself in the industry. Listen to the Bass Freq’s Podcast now, wherever you listen to podcasts, and subscribe so that you can hear from more intriguing and inspiring guests every week.

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 gear talk, too—from strings and pedals to the creation of his signature Fender Custom Shop bass.

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.

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 trying to slap to the gear he uses and what he's working on now.

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 artists, what gear he uses, and great stories from the studio and the road. 

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 musical journey, insights on playing and getting gigs, as well as the fun world of gear. Listen to the Bass Freq’s Podcast now, wherever you listen to podcasts, and subscribe so that you can hear from more intriguing and inspiring guests every week.

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 for playing through the years.

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 working with some of the aforementioned artists, his journey from learning the instrument to finding his own voice, and all of the many tools of the trade that he relies on.

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 insights on playing and the gear that gets the job done.

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, and he’s played on literally hundreds of stages around the globe.

Duff took a time out from getting ready for a show to speak with host Josh Paul about getting his start, what he’s up to now, how to sustain life both creatively and emotionally as a touring musician, and what his favorite gear is. Listen to the Bass Freq’s Podcast now, wherever you listen to podcasts, and subscribe so that you can hear from more intriguing and inspiring guests every week.

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 appreciation of the experiences he's had and what he's learned, and—of course—the gear that gets the job done.

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 fruitful journey, Darryl has collaborated with numerous greats from Miles Davis and Eric Clapton to Sting and B.B. King. Oh, and did we mention he’s been touring and recording with The Rolling Stones for nearly 30 years?

Speaking with Josh Paul, Darryl shares his approaches to music and touring and discusses his insatiable thirst for continuing to learn and grow as a player, his gear choices for the studio and the stadium, and the story behind his newest venture into the creation of electric basses. Listen to the Bass Freq’s Podcast now, wherever you listen to podcasts, and subscribe so that you can hear from more intriguing and inspiring guests every week.

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 where to find every groove in between. Oh yeah, and he has an incredible ear for great tone.

Host Josh Paul catches Michael on tour in Europe as they discuss Michael's unique compositional approach to playing bass, how to stay inspired and survive as an artist with your own vision in the music industry, and of course the go-to gear that gets him his highly coveted and carefully crafted sounds. Listen to the Bass Freq’s Podcast now, wherever you listen to podcasts, and subscribe so that you can hear from more intriguing and inspiring guests every week.

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).

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.

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 invaluable advice for bass players who want to turn their passion into a career.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

 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. He currently dishes out complex low-end grooves for Job For A Cowboy and Cephalic Carnage, to which he also lends his vocals. In the past, he’s also played with Havok and  Vimana.

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 his picking technique to gear choices, music production, and working with Periphery. 

Listen to the Bass Freq’s Podcast now, wherever you listen to podcasts, and subscribe so that you can stay tuned for more great guests every week.

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 not composing and playing music, Victor spends much of his time educating players at camp and clinic events as well as with the written word.

This episode features Josh and Victor discussing the latter’s early start at the tender age of 2 as well as his technique, gear, and some of the life lessons he’s picked up while holding it down. 

Listen to the Bass Freq’s Podcast now, wherever you listen to podcasts, and stay tuned for more great guests every week.

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 fame, and many others.

Alongside his work as a performer, Bryan has also gained renown and respect among the bass community for his work as a masterclass clinician and his writing as a contributing editor contributor for Bass Player Magazine.

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, Annie Lennox, and various others, Doug has embraced a wide range of creative possibilities throughout his career.

Through years of extensive touring and recording, he has drawn from those experiences to cultivate a distinct tone and style. On this episode of Bass Freq's, Doug talks with host and fellow pro bottom dweller Josh Paul, sharing engaging stories from his career as well invaluable tips on using gear and working with fellow musicians