EP 2 - Gregg Cash (The Bass Shed Podcast)

In Episode 2 of The Bass Shed Podcast, host Ryan Roberts sits down with bassist and musical director Gregg Cash for a candid conversation about life as a working musician in the Los Angeles music scene.

After a technical mishap caused by a cat knocking over recording wires during their first attempt, Ryan and Gregg jump right back into the conversation and pick up where they left off. What follows is an easygoing discussion filled with stories from the bandstand, insights into the LA music community, and the unpredictable moments that come with a life in music.

Gregg talks about the unique nature of the Los Angeles music scene and why, despite the abundance of work in town, he still prefers the spontaneity and excitement of touring. He shares how the close-knit network of musicians in LA shapes opportunities and collaborations while also discussing the restless feeling that comes from staying in one place too long.

The conversation moves through a series of memorable gig stories, including a dinner party performance in Malibu attended by Martin Short and a blues jam session featuring Dan Aykroyd and legendary producer David Foster. Gregg also shares stories from working with guitarist Jared James Nichols, including performing at the Seymour Duncan booth during NAMM and diving into Band of Gypsys–era Hendrix material in a high-energy blues/metal setting.

Ryan and Gregg also dive into bass gear — a topic that inevitably comes up among bass players. Gregg talks about his longtime preference for the classic GK 800RB head, his relationship with Orange Amps, and his ongoing quest to refine his tone, including plans to modify his Lakland bass.

The episode closes with classic road stories, including a hilarious festival encounter involving 311 bassist P-Nut that perfectly captures the unpredictable and sometimes ridiculous moments that happen when musicians are out on tour.

It’s a relaxed and entertaining conversation about the realities of being a working bassist — the gigs, the gear, the travel, and the stories that come along with it.