Best of 2024: 10 Bass Player Interviews That Captivated Readers

At No Treble, we love diving into the minds of bassists and sharing their stories with our readers. From deep-dive interviews to inspiring podcast episodes, 2024 was another incredible year for connecting with some of the most iconic and influential voices in the bass community.

Whether through our Groove Podcast, our one-on-one interviews, or the empowering Wonder Women series, we’ve been privileged to hear and share incredible insights, career highlights, and personal journeys.

As the year comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at the 10 most popular interviews and podcasts of 2024 — the ones that resonated most with you. From legendary bassists to unforgettable conversations, these are the stories that captured the heart and soul of the bass world this year.

1. Tony Levin Speaks on Basses He Used on New Album, Reveals Unusual Way He Checks If a Bass Is Good

For Tony Levin, a bass guitar is an endless playground. However, in our recent interview, he revealed a surprisingly simple way of testing whether a bass guitar is good.

2. Groove – Episode #112: Henrik Linder

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.

3. Groove – Episode #109: Rodney “Skeet” Curtis

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.

4. What Cha Got: An Interview with Bobby Vega

In this new interview, Bobby Vega gave us the low down on his new album, “What Cha Got,” his take on playing guitar, his plans for helping bassists, and – of course – his glorious gear.

5. Groove – Episode #113: Mark Egan

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.

6. The Concert of Europe: An Interview with Jonas Hellborg

In the 1980s, Jonas Hellborg had a trio with Ginger Baker and Bernie Worrell. Over 30 years later, Hellborg has released an album by the group, “The Concert of Europe.” We caught up with him to get the scoop in this interview.

7. Groove – Episode #116: Marcus Miller

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.

8. Wonder Women: Becky Baldwin – Part 1

In this edition of “Wonder Women: Stories From the Women Who Play Bass,” I caught up with rock bassist Becky Baldwin. She is the current bassist for heavy metal bands Mercyful Fate and Fury, as well as teaching bass online and running a Patreon page.

9. Billy Sheehan Explains Why Using a Pick Can Be a Good Thing, Recalls Getting Online Critique for His Playing

In the world of bass and beyond, Billy Sheehan is one of the synonyms for virtuosity. As Mr. Big has called it a day, playing their final show in September 2024, we took a moment to chat with Billy.

10. Groove – Episode #115: Michael Devin

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.