Best Rodney Bass Podcasts (2024)

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Groove – Episode #116: Marcus Miller

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When word got out that Marcus Miller would be a featured artist at this year’s Montreal International Jazz Festival, I pounced at the chance to (finally) meet him for a conversation for this podcast. The good news is that this interview happened.By No Treble

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Groove – Episode #116: Marcus Miller

30d ago

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When word got out that Marcus Miller would be a featured artist at this year’s Montreal International Jazz Festival, I pounced at the chance to (finally) meet him for a conversation for this podcast. The good news is that this interview happened.By Mitch Joel

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Groove – Episode #115: Michael Devin

2M ago

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Michael Devin, an accomplished bassist and may be most well-known for his stint with classic hard rock legends, Whitesnake. His journey in music, however, extends far beyond his tenure with the iconic band. He’s our guest for this episode of Groove - the No Treble Podcast.By No Treble

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Groove – Episode #115: Michael Devin

2M ago

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Michael Devin, an accomplished bassist and may be most well-known for his stint with classic hard rock legends, Whitesnake. His journey in music, however, extends far beyond his tenure with the iconic band. He’s our guest for this episode of Groove - the No Treble Podcast.By Mitch Joel

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Life on Planet Groove - reflections one year on 37:08

2M ago37:08

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Guy and Ed reflect on the Life on Planet Groove interviews so far, and discuss who they might try and speak to next. Contact Guy and Ed: alifetimeonplanetgroove@gmail.com Follow A Lifetime on Planet Groove on Twitter: @ALOPG_PODBy Guy Kilty & Ed Hall

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Groove – Episode #114: John Ferrara

3M ago

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John Ferrara, a bassist and composer, has made a name for himself with his innovative tapping bass playing style and his work with his world fusion band, Consider the Source. He's our guest for the June episode of Groove.By No Treble

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Groove – Episode #114: John Ferrara

3M ago

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John Ferrara, a bassist and composer, has made a name for himself with his innovative tapping bass playing style and his work with his world fusion band, Consider the Source. He's our guest for the June episode of Groove.By Mitch Joel

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BRAD COLE- Well Paid and Organized Kindergarten (Phil Collins, Supertramp, Gino Vannelli) 1:34:56

2M ago1:34:56

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Keyboardist, Brad Cole talks about his 30 years touring with pop icon, Phil Collins. He remembers moving to Los Angeles in the late seventies and entering the session scene. He recalls the lessons he’s learned working with all different types of musical artists and reveals his secrets to working with complicated creatives. www.thecolemine.com www.d…

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NATE MORTON- Five Year Old Neanderthal (The Voice, Cher, Natalie Cole) 1:47:18

3M ago1:47:18

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Drummer, Nate Morton, talks about his experience being on the hit NBC show, The Voice. He reminisces about his time at Berklee College of Music and explains how it’s helped him throughout his career. He recalls some of his best musical advice he’s gotten over the years and how important moving to L.A. has been for his music career. www.natemorton.c…

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Groove – Episode #113: Mark Egan

4M ago

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Mark Egan, a legend in the world of electric bass (including a Grammy!), brings his rich history and deep passion for the instrument into his latest album, “Cross Currents.” He’s our guest for episode #113 of Groove - the No Treble Podcast.By No Treble

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Groove – Episode #113: Mark Egan

4M ago

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Mark Egan, a legend in the world of electric bass (including a Grammy!), brings his rich history and deep passion for the instrument into his latest album, “Cross Currents.” He’s our guest for episode #113 of Groove - the No Treble Podcast.By Mitch Joel

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KATIE BOECK- Now I Understand The Assignment (Spring Awakening) 1:17:09

4M ago1:17:09

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Singer/Songwriter, Katie Boeck, discusses the struggle to find and protect her artistic voice in a music business that tends toward exploitation. She talks about the making of her album, Calico, and the life events that went into the writing. She pays tribute to her first producer Bobby Williams and explains the lessons she learned from him. Katie …

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Groove – Episode #112: Henrik Linder

5M ago

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In this Groove podcast episode, Henrik Linder shares insights into his musical world. He talks about the joy of learning and growing as a musician, the transition from covers to original music, and the role of the bass in a band. He also discusses how social media has opened new doors for musicians.By No Treble

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Groove – Episode #112: Henrik Linder

5M ago

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In this Groove podcast episode, Henrik Linder shares insights into his musical world. He talks about the joy of learning and growing as a musician, the transition from covers to original music, and the role of the bass in a band. He also discusses how social media has opened new doors for musicians.By Mitch Joel

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TONY OBROHTA- Cracking Codes (Chicago, LeAnn Rimes) 1:27:08

5M ago1:27:08

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Nashville based guitar player, Tony Obrohta, tells his story of getting his current gig as guitar player for the iconic band Chicago. He talks about his struggle to get to music school and then moving to Nashville in the 90s. He explains the tricks to working for artists who don’t agree with you politically and discusses the struggles of working at…

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Groove – Episode #111: Jon Button

6M ago

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Jon Button’s bass became his passport, navigating through gigs that spanned commercial scores, movie soundtracks, and tours with music royalty such as Sheryl Crow, Shakira, and, ultimately, The Who. He’s our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - the No Treble Podcast.By No Treble

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Groove – Episode #111: Jon Button

6M ago

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Jon Button’s bass became his passport, navigating through gigs that spanned commercial scores, movie soundtracks, and tours with music royalty such as Sheryl Crow, Shakira, and, ultimately, The Who. He’s our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - the No Treble Podcast.By Mitch Joel

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Groove – Episode #110: Justin Smolian

7M ago

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Justin Smolian and his band, Dirty Honey, are back to rock you out with their latest head-turner, “Can’t Find The Breaks.” Justin is our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - the No Treble Podcast.By No Treble

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Groove – Episode #110: Justin Smolian

7M ago

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Justin Smolian and his band, Dirty Honey, are back to rock you out with their latest head-turner, “Can’t Find The Breaks.” Justin is our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - the No Treble Podcast.By Mitch Joel

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Groove – Episode #109: Rodney “Skeet” Curtis

8M ago

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Few bassists have etched their legacy as indelibly as Rodney “Skeet” Curtis. This is a reflection on his 40-year odyssey, and it reveals not just a musician but a maestro who has continually redefined the electric bass. Skeet is our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - The No Treble Podcast.By No Treble

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Groove – Episode #109: Rodney “Skeet” Curtis

8M ago

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Few bassists have etched their legacy as indelibly as Rodney “Skeet” Curtis. This is a reflection on his 40-year odyssey, and it reveals not just a musician but a maestro who has continually redefined the electric bass. Skeet is our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - The No Treble Podcast.By Mitch Joel

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Life on Planet Groove - Kenwood Dennard, drums 58:21

8M ago58:21

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Ed enjoys a freewheeling conversation with the one and only Kenwood Dennard about playing with legends like Jaco Pastorius and Dizzy Gillespie, how he fell in love with funk and Maceo Parker, and why the Cologne gig that became Life on Planet Groove wasn't even the best show on the tour! Contact Guy and Ed: alifetimeonplanetgroove@gmail.com Follow …

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Life on Planet Groove - Rodney Jones, guitar 1:15:34

9M ago1:15:34

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Guy talks to legendary guitarist Rodney Jones about his incredible music career, how playing with Maceo was the realisation of a childhood dream, and his memories of the gigs at Cologne's Stadtgarten in 1992, which became Life on Planet Groove. Check out Rodney's website: https://rodneyjones.com/ Contact Guy and Ed: alifetimeonplanetgroove@gmail.co…

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Groove – Episode #108: Shaun Cooper

9M ago

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Shaun Cooper of Taking Back Sunday is as a formidable figure, with his bass lines etching deep grooves in the landscape of punk rock music. He’s our guest for the December episode of the Groove Podcast.By No Treble

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Groove – Episode #108: Shaun Cooper

9M ago

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Shaun Cooper of Taking Back Sunday is as a formidable figure, with his bass lines etching deep grooves in the landscape of punk rock music. He’s our guest for the December episode of the Groove Podcast.By Mitch Joel

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Life on Planet Groove - Vincent Henry, bass guitar and alto saxophone 43:39

9M ago43:39

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Guy speaks to multi-instrumentalist Vincent Henry, who played bass and alto saxophone on Life on Planet Groove, about his fabulous career as a session musician, how he got involved with Maceo, and the huge impact that working with Maceo has had on his life. Contact Guy and Ed: alifetimeonplanetgroove@gmail.com Follow A Lifetime on Planet Groove on …

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Life on Planet Groove - Natasha Maddison, Maceo Parker's manager 53:10

9M ago53:10

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Ed talks to Natasha Maddison about how she became Maceo Parker's manager and her memories of working alongside him and his band for over three decades. Check out Natasha's weekly show here: https://thetashtalk.com/ Contact Guy and Ed: alifetimeonplanetgroove@gmail.com Follow A Lifetime on Planet Groove on Twitter: @ALOPG_POD…

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Life on Planet Groove - Kym Mazelle, vocals 51:46

9M ago51:46

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Guy talks to legendary singer Kym Mazelle about her early days building her reputation as the The First Lady of House Music, how she started recording and touring with Maceo, Fred and Pee Wee, and her memories of the Life on Planet Groove concerts in Cologne. Contact Guy and Ed: alifetimeonplanetgroove@gmail.com Follow A Lifetime on Planet Groove o…

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Life on Planet Groove - Stephan Meyner, founder of Minor Music 43:19

10M ago43:19

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Guy talks to Stephan Meyner, founder of Minor Music, the label that recorded and released Life on Planet Groove. Stephan explains how he fell in love with funk, how he met Maceo Parker and how he assembled the band that would play at Stadtgarten in March 1992. Contact Guy and Ed: alifetimeonplanetgroove@gmail.com Follow A Lifetime on Planet Groove …

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Life on Planet Groove - how and why we fell in love with the album 38:34

10M ago38:34

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Guy and Ed discuss Life on Planet Groove and how and why they fell in love with it more than 30 years ago. Contact Guy and Ed: alifetimeonplanetgroove@gmail.com Follow A Lifetime on Planet Groove on Twitter: @ALOPG_PODBy Guy Kilty & Ed Hall

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Groove – Episode #107: Bobby Wooten III

10M ago

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In the world of the electric bass, it’s the musical virtuosos like Bobby Wooten III who bring new live to the instrument’s boundless narrative. In this month’s episode of Groove - The No Treble podcast, we chat with him to learn more.By No Treble

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Groove – Episode #107: Bobby Wooten III

10M ago

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In the world of the electric bass, it’s the musical virtuosos like Bobby Wooten III who bring new live to the instrument’s boundless narrative. In this month’s episode of Groove - The No Treble podcast, we chat with him to learn more.By Mitch Joel

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Welcome to A Lifetime on Planet Groove 1:32

10M ago1:32

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A podcast celebrating Maceo Parker's incredible live album from 1992, Life on Planet Groove. In each episode, Guy and Ed talk to the people who made it. Contact Guy and Ed: alifetimeonplanetgroove@gmail.com Follow A Lifetime on Planet Groove on Twitter: @ALOPG_PODBy Guy Kilty & Ed Hall

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RODNEY WIRTZ- Entertaining The Dead (John Legend, Elton John) 1:27:38

10M ago1:27:38

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Los Angeles based viola player, Rodney Wirtz, talks about his early troubles with the law and how he used the viola to right his path. He reveals some secrets of playing high pressure movie sessions in L.A. and talks about his multiple income streams. He recalls getting the call to tour with John Legend and the struggles of juggling parenthood and …

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Groove – Episode #106: Mike Watt

11M ago

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If the electric bass had a pantheon, Mike Watt would undoubtedly have his own shrine. He’s our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - the No Treble Podcast.By No Treble

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Groove – Episode #106: Mike Watt

11M ago

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If the electric bass had a pantheon, Mike Watt would undoubtedly have his own shrine. He’s our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - the No Treble Podcast.By Mitch Joel

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Groove – Episode #105: Freekbass

12M ago

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In the electric bass universe, Freekbass is a monolith — a true groove guru who doesn’t just play bass but embodies it. He’s our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - the No Treble Podcast.By No Treble

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Groove – Episode #105: Freekbass

12M ago

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In the electric bass universe, Freekbass is a monolith — a true groove guru who doesn’t just play bass but embodies it. He’s our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - the No Treble Podcast.By Mitch Joel

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