Ollie of High Fade Gets Real with The Bass Nerds on Hustle, Tone, and Street Skills

This week on The Bass Nerds, we’re joined by Ollie Sentance, the bass powerhouse holding it down for High Fade. He talks about how he got started on bass, joined a band on a whim, and turned busking into both a paycheck and a proving ground. Whether it’s the streets of Edinburgh or a sold-out US tour, Ollie brings the same energy and groove.

We get into gear too. Ollie walks us through his tone journey, from a Peavey MicroBass to his love for Trace Elliott and Laney. He is all about clean, articulate sound and figuring out how to make backline rigs work night after night.

There is a ton of insight here for anyone hustling on the road or trying to keep it tight under pressure. From power outages mid set to sticky floored club shows and sidewalk sets during Edinburgh Fest Fringe, Ollie has stories. The band’s debut album Last Too Fast was tracked live with no click and no overdubs. Just raw playing, and it shows in the energy.

If you are into stories about building your voice on the instrument, handling curveballs, and pushing your live game, this one is for you.