Video Features
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Nate Watts of Stevie Wonder Video Interview
Anyone who has not been living under a rock can recognize the signature sounds of beloved Stevie Wonder songs, such as “Do I Do,” “Sir Duke,” “Higher Ground,” and “Superstition.” Nate Watts has been providing signature bass lines alongside music legend Stevie Wonder since 1974. This dynamic duo makes for quite a show and if [...]
- Video Interview: Neil Stubenhaus
- Video Interview: Michael Anthony
- Video Interview: Derrick Hodge
Artist News
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Abe Laboriel and Tal Wilkenfeld Join U-Bass Endorsees
A musical icon, Abe Laboriel, and one of the industry’s brightest new stars, Tal Wilkenfield, have joined Kala’s roster of U-Bass endorsees. Abe Laboriel has played on over 4,000 recordings and soundtracks and was described by Guitar Player Magazine as “the most widely used session bassist of our time”. In 2005, Abe was awarded an [...]
- Looking Back At An Evening With Norm Stockton At MusicDojo Nashville
- Keeping up with Funkboy! An Interview with Ivan Bodley
- Bob Wray: Tribute To A Very “Funky” Gentleman
Instruction and Education
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Working Bassist: No Virtuosity Required, Part 1 – Profound Love of Music, Solid Time, Distinctive Tone
Welcome to the first part of a series on what tools you’re probably going to need to land a gig that will keep the bills paid and food in your mouth. These tips come courtesy of bassist Larry Crew, who has had a serious 30+ year career in the Nashville music industry. Read these things. [...]
- The Real Book: A History & Commentary
- Jim Stinnett: Bossa Nova Bass
- Victor Wooten Presents “The Lesson”
Editor's Notes
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February 2012: Dave Fowler
Welcome to 2012! What an exciting time to be alive, especially in the music industry. So many things are changing so much more rapidly than before. While I know many people see this as a bad thing or they’re scared of what may come of it, some of the best times in music history have [...]
- November 2011: Dave Fowler
- October 2011: Dave Fowler
- September 2011: Dave Fowler