Bassists - Page 2

Doug Irwin, the legendary luthier behind Jerry Garcia’s Wolf, Tiger, Rosebud, and more, has died at 76. He also left a lasting mark on bass history.

Joe Lally discusses The Messthetics’ new album "Deface the Currency," his years with Fugazi, bass gear, recording with Steve Albini, and his philosophy on groove, riffs, and authenticity.

Corcoran Holt discusses his most personal album, "Freedom of Art," the DC jazz bass lineage, family, loss, and his role as an educator.

Fred Smith, bassist for the influential New York band Television, has died at 77. Known for his melodic, song-first approach, Smith helped define the sound of the NYC punk era.

Billy Bass Nelson, founding bassist of Funkadelic and key architect of early P-Funk, has died at 75. His legacy helped reshape funk music.

Dakota Hernandez shares how he stepped into Treaty Oak Revival at a pivotal moment, bringing his own voice, tone, and approach to a band on the rise.

Francis Buchholz, longtime bassist for Scorpions and a key contributor to their classic era, has died at 71 after a private battle with cancer.

Chuck Jacobs, who played bass for Kenny Rogers from 1979 through his final 2017 show, has died at 76 after a career spanning jazz, soul, and country.

Legendary bassist Bobby Vega discusses pick playing, tone, string choice, and musical expression in a wide-ranging interview with WOW BASS.

We pause to remember the legendary bassists and innovators who passed away in 2025, and the enduring mark they left on music.

Green Day’s Mike Dirnt reflects on Warning at 25, his evolving bass approach, daily playing habits, and how music continues to ground and inspire him.

Tetsu Yamauchi, bassist for Free and The Faces, has died at 79. His family shared the news as fans remember his era-defining work in both bands.