Mike Stern Articles

Wing and a Prayer: Jeff Andrews live bass solo

Here’s a nice Sunday afternoon video, featuring bassist Jeff Andrews and the Mike Stern Trio in 1995. The tune is “Wing and a Prayer”.

Bunny Brunel reissue: For You To Play

Bunny Brunel’s 1994 release, For You To Play, featuring eight original compositions.
The album’s line up includes Mike Stern on guitar, Billy Childs on keyboards, Terri Lyne Carrington and Cliff Almond on drums, and a guest appearance by bassist Kyle Eastwood (on “One for Clint”).
For You To Play track list:
1. New Blues
2. Champagne & You
3. For [...]

Mike Stern: Big Neighborhood

Jambase has the scoop on Mike Stern’s new album, Big Neighborhood, coming out on August 11, 2009.
Stern’s track record for assembling a great line up of musicians continues with this release, and Big Neighborhood hosts a big lineup:
Bassists: Richard Bona, Esperanza Spalding, Chris Minh Doky and Lincoln Goines
Guitarists: Steve Vai and Eric Johnson
Drummers: Dave Weckl, [...]