2018 Reader Favorite Bassists – #5: Marcus Miller
Marcus Miller had a big year, for a variety of reasons. He released “Laid Black” – his first solo record since 2015, Sire Guitars released the 2nd generation of the Marcus Miller basses, and Markbass unveiled his signature amp. All this news, plus some always great videos by Marcus generated a ton of views – and put him back on the annual “reader favorite” list.
Sire Guitars Unveils 2nd Generation Marcus Miller Basses
Sire Guitars has announced several major upgrades to their Marcus Miller line of bass guitars ranging from the pickups to the serial number system. Nearly every bass they make has been upgraded in some way…
Markbass Unveils Marcus Miller Signature Amplification
In 2017, Markbass announced they would be teaming up with jazz legend Marcus Miller for a series of amps. They unveiled the lineup at the 2018 Winter NAMM Show, which includes four head units, three combos, and two cabinets…
Marcus Miller and Michael League: How to Develop a Groove
Here’s a great clip from North Sea Jazz a few days ago with Marcus Miller and Michael League. The focus of this video is in response to the host’s question, “how do you develop a groove?”…
Marcus Miller and Ranajit Sengupta: Cantaloupe Island
Marcus Miller had just met Sarod player Ranajit Sengupta, and they decided to jam together on the Bimhuis stage in Amsterdam. In this clip, the duo performs a fantastic take on Herbie Hancock’s “Cantaloupe Island”…
Marcus Miller released Laid Black in 2018 but this video features a tune from his last one, Afrodeezia. I was so intrigued by this 2015 performance at North Sea Jazz, thanks in large part to the instrumentation. Marcus describes the instrument – and the inspiration for the song…
