The Bass Shed Podcast
Conversations with bass players, composers, and artists about
Artistry . Craft . Culture
Global Audience in 114 Countries
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Thrice bassist Ed Breckenridge joins Ryan Roberts to discuss coming to the bass during the band’s early days, the influences that shaped his approach to tone and feel, and how Thrice continues evolving creatively on their twelfth album Horizons West.
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EP 132 - Gary Wicks (The Manhattan Transfer, Stevie Wonder, Take 6, John Williams)
Bassist Gary Wicks joins Ryan Roberts to discuss a versatile career spanning jazz, pop, and orchestral work, from touring with The Manhattan Transfer to performing with Quincy Jones, Stevie Wonder, and more.
EP 129 - Peter Dominguez (Educator, Solo Artist, Richard Davis Foundation, Milt Hinton Institute)
Bassist and educator Peter Dominguez discusses jazz history, mentorship with legends Richard Davis and Milt Hinton, and his work shaping future bassists through teaching, performance, and major bass conferences.
EP 126 -Mark Egan
Fretless bass master Mark Egan discusses his five-decade career in contemporary jazz, studio work with artists like Sting and Joan Osborne, and the signature sound that shaped countless recordings and soundtracks.
EP 125 - Joris Teepe
Amsterdam-born bassist Joris Teepe reflects on three decades in New York, leading his own groups, recording extensively as a leader and sideman, and building a career across acoustic and electric bass.
EP 124 - Tom Kennedy
Virtuoso bassist Tom Kennedy shares stories from his career with legends like Freddie Hubbard and Michael Brecker, reflecting on jazz mastery, musical influences, and his work as both sideman and solo artist.
EP 123 - Reggie Hamilton
Renowned bassist Reggie Hamilton discusses his work with artists like Seal and Whitney Houston, sharing insights into session life, musical versatility, and building a lasting career across genres.
EP 122 - Darek Oles
In-demand bassist Darek Oles reflects on a career performing with jazz legends like Brad Mehldau, Pat Metheny, and Joe Lovano, sharing insights into West Coast jazz, collaboration, and his musical path.
EP 117 - Tony Grey
Bassist Tony shares stories from collaborations with legends like Herbie Hancock, Wayne Shorter, Hiromi, and John McLaughlin, reflecting on a global career spanning jazz, fusion, and pop.
EP 114 - Jerry Jemmott (Aretha Franklin, Nina Simone, B.B. King, Session Musician)
Legendary bassist Jerry Jemmott reflects on his roots in New York City and a groundbreaking career shaping blues, jazz, and R&B through iconic recordings and influential session work.
EP 113 - Marty Isenberg (NY Jazz Double Bassist, Composer, Recording Artist)
Bassist Marty Isenberg reflects on discovering the instrument after his father’s death, finding healing through music, studying jazz performance in New York, and building a career as a performer and educator.
EP 4 - Sam Barsh
Ryan Roberts sits down with Grammy-winning pianist, songwriter, and producer Sam Barsh to discuss life after the New York jazz scene, producing in Los Angeles, and the evolving realities of the modern music industry.
EP 3 - Lyman Medeiros
LA bassist Lyman Medeiros joins Ryan Roberts to talk about moving from classical bass to jazz, building a career in Los Angeles, working with Steve Tyrell, teaching, and navigating the modern gigging musician’s life.
EP 1 - Nadav Peled
Ryan Roberts sits down with guitarist and bandleader Nadav Peled to discuss his musical journey from Israel to New York, the Ethiopian-influenced sound of The Ambessa Orchestra, and exploring global traditions through jazz and groove.
