Stephen McGrath's Basscraft

Andrew is a Salt Lake City-based musician, bass player, and YouTuber. . Currently the bass player for local pop/funk band Jake and the Heist as well as the theater production Deep Love: A Ghostly Rock Opera. We're here today to chat about AMPs youtube page and our favorite multi-FX unit, the Zoom b3. AMPs links https://www.ampthebassplayer.com/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ampthebassplayer/ ► Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/ampthebassplayer ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/AndrewPincock Thanks for checking out my channel. If you want to support what I do please consider buying some merch or buying me a virtual coffee and don't forget to follow me on Instagram for daily content. Support the Podcast ► Patreon https://www.patreon.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

This week im chatting I'm chatting to Tod Bowers. In 1998 he helped form The Steepwater Band along with Jeff Massey& Joseph Winters, and over 20 years released 6 studio albums, 2 live albums, a few EPs and numerous singles. Steepwater notoriously known as road-dogs, performed well over 2,500 gigs worldwide, including supporting amazing artists like ZZTop, Gov’t Mule, Wilco, Buddy Guy, Drive-By Truckers, T-Model Ford, Bad Company, Leon Russell, Blackberry Smoke and Taj Mahal. In 2019 he parted ways from Steepwater, and quickly was recruited by Manx-born musician Davy Knowles for his band. Shortly after Tod joining the group, Davy was signed by Mascot Label Group/Provogue Records. In the summer of 2020 Tod joined Davy and the band in the studio to record what would become Davy’s 5th studio album, WHAT HAPPENS NEXT. ► Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/todmichaelbowers/ ► Tod's radio show - https://www.mixcloud.com/tod-michael-bowers/uploads/ Thanks for checking out my channel. If you want to support what I do please consider buying some merch or buying me a virtual coffee and don't forget to follow me on Instagram for daily content. Support the Podcast ► Patreon https://www.patreon.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

This week im chatting I'm chatting to Tod Bowers. In 1998 he helped form The Steepwater Band along with Jeff Massey& Joseph Winters, and over 20 years released 6 studio albums, 2 live albums, a few EPs and numerous singles. Steepwater notoriously known as road-dogs, performed well over 2,500 gigs worldwide, including supporting amazing artists like ZZTop, Gov’t Mule, Wilco, Buddy Guy, Drive-By Truckers, T-Model Ford, Bad Company, Leon Russell, Blackberry Smoke and Taj Mahal. In 2019 he parted ways from Steepwater, and quickly was recruited by Manx-born musician Davy Knowles for his band. Shortly after Tod joining the group, Davy was signed by Mascot Label Group/Provogue Records. In the summer of 2020 Tod joined Davy and the band in the studio to record what would become Davy’s 5th studio album, WHAT HAPPENS NEXT. ► Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/todmichaelbowers/ ► Tod's radio show - https://www.mixcloud.com/tod-michael-bowers/uploads/ Thanks for checking out my channel. If you want to support what I do please consider buying some merch or buying me a virtual coffee and don't forget to follow me on Instagram for daily content. Support the Podcast ► Patreon https://www.patreon.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

This week I'm chatting to Irish rock bassist Watchy. He is an exciting player who not only releases solo material, holds down the low end in Irish metal behemoths Strangers with Guns but also is one part of a two piece rock band Stitch Jones. Stitch Jones are a drums and bass combo that make a a brilliant racket where Watchy uses effects to create a full sound. ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/andsoiwatchyfromafar/ Watchys bands ► Stitch Jones - https://www.instagram.com/stitchjonesmusic/ ► Strangers with Guns - https://www.instagram.com/strangerswithguns/ Thanks for checking out my channel. If you want to support what I do please consider buying some merch or buying me a virtual coffee and don't forget to follow me on Instagram for daily content. Support the Podcast ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

This week I'm chatting to Cormac Moore who has been holding down the low end in the house band for The Late Late show since 2009. The show is Ireland's biggest chat show and attracts world famous guests. Cormac has also managed/played in numerous tribute bands and was a founding member of the Camembert Quartet, a musical Comedy Act that started in 2000, made a couple of albums and became the House-band on the Television Show “Tubridy Tonight’ 2004-2009 and the Late Late Show Houseband 2009-2020. Cormac took up double bass in the last 5 years and it was really interesting to hear about his journey on the BIG bass as well other nuggets of information from a long career as a professional bassist. ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/moore.cormac/ ► Everything else - https://linktr.ee/cormacmoore73 Thanks for checking out my channel. If you want to support what I do please consider buying some merch or buying me a virtual coffee and don't forget to follow me on Instagram for daily content. CBC tour dates on our website https://crowblackchicken.com/ Support the Podcast ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

Part 2 of my epic bass chat with Dave Swift, so much great info in this bass hang Since joining Jools Holland and His Rhythm and Blues Orchestra in 1991, Dave Swift has established himself as one of the UK’s finest, high-profile bass players. In his career, which expands beyond three decades, Dave boasts a musician’s portfolio that seconds no other. Dave Swift has played for an array of renowned artists, from George Benson and Chaka Khan to Eric Clapton and Paul Simon. ► Web http://daveswiftbass.com/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/daveswiftbass/ ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/user/swiftbass Thanks for checking out my channel. If you want to support what I do please consider buying some merch or buying me a virtual coffee and don't forget to follow me on Instagram for daily content. Support the Podcast ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

This week im chatting to Dave Swift since joining Jools Holland and His Rhythm and Blues Orchestra in 1991, Dave Swift has established himself as one of the UK’s finest, high-profile bass players. In his career, which expands beyond three decades, Dave boasts a musician’s portfolio that seconds no other. Dave Swift has played for an array of renowned artists, from George Benson and Chaka Khan to Eric Clapton and Paul Simon. ► Web http://daveswiftbass.com/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/daveswiftbass/ ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/user/swiftbass Thanks for checking out my channel. If you want to support what I do please consider buying some merch or buying me a virtual coffee and don't forget to follow me on Instagram for daily content. CBC tour dates on our website https://crowblackchicken.com/ Support the Podcast ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

This week I'm chatting to one of the most in-demand session bassists in Ireland. Mike O Connell is a Cork-based bassist and vocalist. Mike has played, recorded, and toured extensively with singer/songwriter Marc O’ Reilly since 2014. During this time he’s been lucky to perform in the U.S., U.K., Germany, Switzerland, Italy, and a tour of the Balkan countries. Mike has worked with artists of varied styles, both as a live performer and studio musician, such as Ariel Posen, Jack O’ Rourke, Niall McCabe, The Hard Ground, Tiz McNamara, and Mick Flannery Mike's Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/mikeyoc Thanks for checking out my channel. If you want to support what I do please consider buying some merch or buying me a virtual coffee and don't forget to follow me on Instagram for daily content. Support the Podcast ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

This week I'm chatting to Los Angeles native, electric bass player, Nick Campbell who is reinventing the jazz genre for this generation. Flipping traditional conventions on their head, Nick’s unique penchant for superimposing triadic patterns over static harmony has brought a modern twist to “getting modal,” creating a distinctive yet eccentric sound of his own. Mirroring the musical inclusivity of his work, Nick has taken the stage with music artists of all genres. From traditional jazz bands to pop music sensations, he can be seen performing with Pomplamoose, Scary Pockets, Charlie Puth, Vulfpeck, Meghan Trainor, Raquel Rodriguez, Nigel Hall, Josh Smith, Kirk Fletcher, Michael Mayo and Moonchild (to name a few) and composing original music with bands such as Shrek Is Love and Bear Attack. His debut album "Art" will be out in 2022...ive heard it and its awesome so make sure to check that out ► https://nickcampbelldestroys.com/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nickcampbelldestroys ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/NickCampbellDestroys Thanks for checking out my channel. If you want to support what I do please consider buying some merch or buying me a virtual coffee and don't forget to follow me on Instagram for daily content. Support the Podcast ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

This week Im having a chat with Joel McIver. Since 2012, Joel has been the editor of Bass Guitar magazine, and since 2018, editor of Bass Player after the two publications merged. His best-known work is Justice for All: The Truth About Metallica, first published in 2004 and appearing in nine languages since then. As well as writing his own books, McIver also co-writes musicians' autobiographies. The first of these was the memoir of sometime Deep Purple bassist Glenn Hughes, published in 2011. Other memoirs co-written by McIver include those of Max Cavalera of Soulfly, Megadeth bassist David Ellefson, David Bowie's former drummer Woody Woodmansey and blues veteran John Mayall. Joel's latest book Fathers, Brothers, and Sons: Surviving Anguish, Abandonment, and Anthrax Hardcover by Frank Bello and Joel McIver is out Oct 12th. ► https://twitter.com/JoelMcIver ► https://www.instagram.com/joel.mciver/?hl=en ► https://www.facebook.com/joelmciver Thanks for checking out my channel. If you want to support what I do please consider buying some merch or buying me a virtual coffee and don't forget to follow me on Instagram for daily content. Support the Podcast ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

This week I'm chatting to Watford native Simon Francis who has been living in Belfast for the last few years. He spent 8 years touring the world with Ellie Goulding and also held down the low-end in Kyle Minogue's band for a year. He is often cited in lists of the world's greatest-tone alchemists such as Tim Lefebvre, Janik Gwizdala, and Steve Lawson. This was a brilliant chat and I was schooled on this effects stuff and really enjoyed hearing about Simons's bass journey. I don't like to cut these down to be a sleek 60 mins as returning listeners know, so this is split into two parts ► https://www.sifrancis.com/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sifrancis/?hl=en Thanks for checking out my channel. If you want to support what I do please consider buying some merch or buying me a virtual coffee and don't forget to follow me on Instagram for daily content. Support the Podcast ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

This week I'm chatting to Watford native Simon Francis who has been living in Belfast for the last few years. He spent 8 years touring the world with Ellie Goulding and also held down the low-end in Kyle Minogue's band for a year. He is often cited in lists of the world's greatest-tone alchemists such as Tim Lefebvre, Janik Gwizdala, and Steve Lawson. This was a brilliant chat and I was schooled on this effects stuff and really enjoyed hearing about Simons's bass journey. I don't like to cut these down to be a sleek 60 mins as returning listeners know, so this is split into two parts. ► https://www.sifrancis.com/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sifrancis/?hl=en Thanks for checking out my channel. If you want to support what I do please consider buying some merch or buying me a virtual coffee and don't forget to follow me on Instagram for daily content. Support the Podcast ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

This week we're having a Metallica Bass special to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the release of the Black album. I am joined by Andriy Vasylenko who runs two youtube channels that deal with Metallica that have combined have over 150 K subscribers. I was a huge Metallica fan as a teenager and I pretty much learned bass via their music so it was a real pleasure to take this deep dive into the bass of Metallica. Andriy is a great bass player so check out his channel for great bass playing and all things Metallica ► https://andriyvasylenko.com/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/andriyvasylenko14/?hl=en ► Youtube -https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcwbVudVoRXaZVwB5XVnWEQ Thanks for checking out my channel. If you want to support what I do please consider buying some merch or buying me a virtual coffee and don't forget to follow me on Instagram for daily content. Support the Podcast ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

This week, I'm talking to Katie Thiroux, LA-based Bassist and vocalist. Katie has been described as a triple threat talent because of her killer bass playing, assured singing and compositions. Her most recent album, “Off Beat,” was awarded a “Best Album Of 2018” by Downbeat Magazine as well as "Rising Star" 2018 & 2019.We chat about her bass journey, composition and some of the amazing teaching programs she is involved in.  ► https://www.katiethiroux.com/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/katiethiroux ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8yH7v5Oan1E ► Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/katiethiroux ► New Chris Squire lesson https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v88jgvj1R2k&t=34s Support the Podcast ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

This week I have a great chat with Andrew Freed about his Bass Freedom teaching platform. Andrew is one of the most popular bass players on Tik Tok and has one of the most developed slap bass styles I have ever seen. We chat about his bass journey and really get into the benefits of learning bass techniques that can sometimes be taboo ( slap, sweep picking, tapping etc ) . Check Andrew out at these links ► https://www.bassfreedom.com/ ► https://www.instagram.com/andrewfreedmusic/ ► https://www.youtube.com/andrewfreed ► https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewfreedmusic? ► New Chris Squire lesson https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v88jgvj1R2k&t=34s Support the Podcast ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

It's all about solo bass this week and ive got my bass in hand ready for another roasting from a world class bassist on your behalf. Join me and Misha Marcks as we delve into solo bass and unravel his bass journey . Makes sure to join up to his mission bass page on facebook and join some of his upcoming streams. Check Mischa out at these links ► Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/mischamarcks/ ► www.mischamarcks.com ► Mission bass on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/groups/547301215859900 MISSION BASS statement It’s my mission to put bass into the spotlight and show you that it is one of/if not the best solo instruments in the world! That’s why I want to invite you to join me on: MISSION BASS! Support the Podcast ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

This week I'm chatting to Joe McGuigan a fantastic bass player who is known for holding down the low end in Irish thrash metal giants Gama Bomb. We chat metal bass tones, touring and everything in between . Check Joe out at these links ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/raddude82/ ► https://www.gamabomb.net/ Support the Podcast ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

This week I'm chatting to Jake Gerba a fantastic funk bass player who is known for his viral videos and as Jason Momoa's ( Aquaman) bass tutor. We chat about his bass beginning, going viral, making content for brands and his excellent debut album Milky Way Moon Juice. Bio: Jake Gerba is a bassist from western Pennsylvania that has made a name for himself on social media through his entertaining and energetic videos. He began playing the bass at age 13 and soon started to play at his local church where he learned to develop his skills. Now with a worldwide online audience, he continues to showcase his funk bass playing inspired by the likes of Louis Johnson, Bernard Edwards, Bootsy Collins, and Flea. Jake has also produced and recorded a solo album, made an appearance at NAMM, worked with various big name companies within the music industry, and even jammed with actor and fellow bass enthusiast Jason Momoa. No matter what he’s doing, Jake’s mission remains the same: to uplift people through the power and joy of music. Check Jake out at these links ► Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/jakegerba/ ► “Milky Way Moon Juice” available NOW! ⬇️ music.apple.com/us/album/milky-way-moon-juice/1456450995 Support the Podcast ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

This week I'm trying something different and having a chat with health coach Rusty Osborne who specialises in helping musicians get fit and educated n how they can maintain a healthy lifestyle. Hope you find this motivational as musicians it's very hard to eat healthily and with gigs coming back we will all be tempted by that post-gig bag of chips and burger. Bio : Rusty Osborne (@TheCoachRusty) helps musicians lose weight and feel great forever, so they can look, feel, and perform their best on and off the stage. After overcoming obesity and unhealthy habits for himself and numerous clients, he knows first hand what works and what doesn't work when it comes to getting healthy amid the chaos of a musician's life. Check Rusty out at these links ► Website - https://rustyosborne.com/ ► Instagram -https://www.instagram.com/thecoachrusty/ ► Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/losing-weight/id1565884512 Support the Podcast ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass

This week I'm sitting down to chat with one of the legends of our instrument, Jeff Berlin. An outspoken Bass educator Jeff has played with everyone and is hitting a particularly creative batch right now with his new Sight Reading book for beginners and the upcoming release of his All Star tribute to Jack Bruce.  I hope you enjoy this episode. When it comes to the bass world I always try to add to the conversation not feed the noise.  Please donate to Jeff's Go Fund me if you can afford it. All links are below  Bio : For over 40 years, he has stood as one of the most innovative electric bassists of the 20th and 21st centuries. Known for his one-of-a-kind tone, jaw dropping technique and highly advanced harmonic approaches to the bass, Jeff has been one of the major figures in firmly establishing the electric bass as a solo instrument well deserving of its own distinct place in modern music. Supports Jeff's Go Fund me for his Jack Bruce Tribute album ► https://www.gofundme.com/f/jack-songs-an-allstar-tribute-to-jack-bruce/donate Check Jeff out at these links ► Website - https://www.jeffberlinmusicgroup.com/ ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lumpyjazz/ ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClrHuYCMMpO8MXX29YsNg Support the Podcast ► Merch - https://basscraft.bigcartel.com/ ► Paypal me link - https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/henstepmusic ► Buy me a coffee - https://ko-fi.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/stephenmcgrathbass ► Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/c/stephenmcgrathbass