Watch Larry Grenadier Navigate Space and Groove on Upright Bass in Gilad Hekselman’s “Scoville” Video

Gilad Hekselman’s trio performance of “Scoville” is a study in taste, space, and musical exploration. Larry Grenadier’s upright bass work is right at the center of it.

Known for his deep tone and melodic instincts, Grenadier brings a grounded elegance to the performance. He supports the form while also stretching into more open territory, responding to the group’s subtle shifts in mood and direction. Paired with Marcus Gilmore’s sharp, reactive drumming and Hekselman’s expressive guitar work, the trio moves naturally between structure and freedom.

The setting is intimate, the playing refined, and the groove understated but undeniable. Grenadier doesn’t force anything. He listens, leads, and lets the music unfold.