Guitar and Bass Conversations

JGT's Bob Bakert talks to Dave Miner of the Miner Family Wines and Benedetto Guitars about his passion for wine and guitars.  Laugh Love Law Real conversations. Real people. Real impact. A podcast about life, law and... Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Go to jazzguitartoday.com  and bassmusicianmagazine.com  more interviews and lessons.

Jazz Guitar Today's Bob Bakert talks to Perry Smith, John Storie, and Will Brahm - the guitar trio known as New West Guitars.  Laugh Love Law Real conversations. Real people. Real impact. A podcast about life, law and... Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Go to jazzguitartoday.com  and bassmusicianmagazine.com  more interviews and lessons.

Wolf Marshall Talks To JGT About His New Book, "Jazz Guitar Course - Mastering The Jazz Language" - A Hal Leonard Book Laugh Love Law Real conversations. Real people. Real impact. A podcast about life, law and... Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Go to jazzguitartoday.com  and bassmusicianmagazine.com  more interviews and lessons.

For a musician, busy is good and bassist Marty O’Brien is one very busy guy. Playing tours and sessions, Marty has a huge list of people that he has played with including the likes of Lita Ford, Daughtry, Tommy Lee, Celine Dion, Kelly Clarkson and so many more. Join me as we hear about Marty’s musical Journey, how he gets his iconic sound, and his plans for the future. Here is Marty O’Brien! Photo...

In part 2 of the podcast, JGT’s Bob Bakert continues his conversation with guitarist Dan Wilson. Go to jazzguitartoday.com  and bassmusicianmagazine.com  more interviews and lessons.

George Gekas, Big Easy Bass… Cover Photo:  Credit Skylar Watkins I have been following and enjoying The Revivalists since around 2016 when I first had the opportunity to talk to the band’s bass player, George Gekas ( View interview ) . We did an update with George in 2018 and now after all these years, I am super stoked to catch up with him again, just as the band releases their fifth studio album...

Over the last few years, I have done reviews of two albums where Penn Jillette plays bass … and I have been very impressed.   Yes, we all know him as a Magician, entertainer, author, actor, and inventor… and now, an accomplished musician. I am thrilled that I now have the opportunity to talk to Penn himself and get the story behind his bass playing. His love of the instrument and the Jazz he plays...

JGT’s Bob Bakert talks to guitarist Dan Wilson about his influences, his experiences, and his latest project, "Things Eternal". Laugh Love Law Real conversations. Real people. Real impact. A podcast about life, law and... Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Go to jazzguitartoday.com  and bassmusicianmagazine.com  more interviews and lessons.

One thing all musicians have in common is that we all have some serious wear-and-tear over our lifetimes. It is always necessary to have a team of health professionals, kind of our own “Pit Crew” to keep us performing at our best. Physicians, Chiropractors, Massage therapists, Acupuncturists, and other body workers are a true asset. Dr. Staten Medsker is a Chiropractor in the Pacific Northwest who...

I have been hearing about Zach Fowler’s bass playing since he was in New Mexico. Now, based out of Nashville, Zach is very busy laying down the low end, acting as musical director, writing songs and producing music. He has been very active doing studio work as well as touring with LoCash. Join me as we hear about Zach’s journey, how he gets his sound, all the details about his new Lakland bass and...

Guitarist Jocelyn Gould talks to Bob Bakert about her new album, her incoming tour, and her recent experience in Israel. Laugh Love Law Real conversations. Real people. Real impact. A podcast about life, law and... Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Go to jazzguitartoday.com  and bassmusicianmagazine.com  more interviews and lessons.

Brian Wheat has been rocking hard with his band Tesla for nearly four decades. Not only does he play bass, but he is also a songwriter, vocalist, keyboard player, record producer, photographer, and band manager. As you might imagine, Brian has accumulated a treasure trove of experiences and information and we are fortunate that he is sharing some of his insights with us today. Join me as we discov...

Everybody knows that Nashville is one of our main meccas for music and there is a lot happening there. Hailing from that illustrious city, Garry West wears many hats as a bassist and producer, as well as CEO and founder of Compass Records . It is also very possible that you might have seen Garry holding down the low end for his wife, Grammy award-winning banjo player Alison Brown. Join us as we he...

JGT's Bob Bakert talks to guitarist Ed Cherry about recent projects and tours.   Photo by Mike Oria. Laugh Love Law Real conversations. Real people. Real impact. A podcast about life, law and... Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Go to jazzguitartoday.com  and bassmusicianmagazine.com  more interviews and lessons.

Siempre es emocionante descubrir la obra y la musica de uno de nuestros hermanos latinoamericanos. Tuve la oportunidad de charlar con el bajista Chileno Ben Mortiz recientemente y enterarme de muchos de los detalles de su carrera musical y vida en general. Vengansen conmigo a conocer este titan del bajo directamente de su país natal.  Aqui esta Ben Mortiz. This interview first appeared in Bass Mus...

Very interestingly, there are creative musical pockets around the country. One such creative area is on the East Coast in the New Jersey area. In the midst of this musical swirl, bassist Brenda Sauter has been laying down the low end for a number of bands including The Feelies and Wild Carnation. It is exciting that both bands have some very cool stuff going on right now so join me as we get the d...

Growing up in a musical family on the south side of Chicago and playing alongside diverse world-class artists has provided profound musical insight and inspiration which can only be heard in the music of Darryl Jones. After several years gigging around the Chicago music scene, Darryl’s international recording and touring career took flight at age 21, with jazz icon Miles Davis. Gigs with Sting, He...

In this exclusive JGT interview, John Scofield talks to JGT's Bob Bakert about his new album, "Uncle John's Band" - Release: October 13, 2023 Go to jazzguitartoday.com  and bassmusicianmagazine.com  more interviews and lessons.

Without question, Stu Hamm is one of the greatest bass players of our time. For over a decade we have stayed in touch and I was thrilled to hear that he recently released his latest album “Hold Fast”. The album is another masterpiece and is sure to be enjoyed by bass players and the general public alike. (Make sure you check out my review of “Hold Fast”) Join me as Stu shares the details about thi...

In this Jazz Guitar Today interview, guitarist and educator Sean McGowan shares ten albums that influenced his approach to solo guitar. Go to jazzguitartoday.com  and bassmusicianmagazine.com  more interviews and lessons.

In this exclusive interview, guitarist Sean McGowan talks to Jazz Guitar Today about his new album, "Portmanteau" and explains how he combined different elements and influences to create something new. Laugh Love Law Real conversations. Real people. Real impact. A podcast about life, law and... Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Go to jazzguitartoday.com  and bassmusicianmagazine.c...

Exclusive podcast in remembrance of Pat Martino's birthday, August 25.  Jazz Guitar Today's Bob Bakert talks to Joe Donofrio about managing Pat Martino for over 21 years. Laugh Love Law Real conversations. Real people. Real impact. A podcast about life, law and... Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Go to jazzguitartoday.com  and bassmusicianmagazine.com  more interviews and lessons...

Guitarist Dave Stryker talks to Jazz Guitar Today and shares some advice to help make it as a musician. Go to jazzguitartoday.com  and bassmusicianmagazine.com  more interviews and lessons.

Exclusive Video Podcast: Jazz Guitar Today's Bob Bakert talks to Ralph Towner about many topics from playing Woodstock to his latest album, "At First Light". Laugh Love Law Real conversations. Real people. Real impact. A podcast about life, law and... Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Go to jazzguitartoday.com  and bassmusicianmagazine.com  more interviews and lessons.

Sheryl Bailey talks to Bob Bakert about her latest release "Homage", and discusses songs, guitars, and more. Laugh Love Law Real conversations. Real people. Real impact. A podcast about life, law and... Listen on: Apple Podcasts   Spotify Go to jazzguitartoday.com  and bassmusicianmagazine.com  more interviews and lessons.