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2021 Reader Favorite Bassists – #3: Charles Berthoud
We first featured Charles Berthoud back in 2015. Over the years, we’ve been amazed by his work. In 2021, Charles made it a lot of fun, so it is no surprise to us that he made the list this year (at #3).
2021 Reader Favorite Bassists – #4: Julia Hofer
This is where the 2021 Reader Favorite Bassists list gets interesting. While the names so far are some of the biggest in the world of bass, the web has given us exposure to many other talented bassists. One of those is Julia Hofer, who lands at #4.
2021 Reader Favorite Bassists – #5: Jaco Pastorius
The impact of Jaco Pastorius on the bass playing community is still strong, and in 2021, we had some special articles to share featuring him. As a result, Jaco returns to the Reader Favorite Bassists, at the #5 spot.
2021 Reader Favorite Bassists – #6: Tony Levin
Tony Levin is another bassist who routinely makes the annual Reader Favorite Bassists list, and he does so once again. In 2021, Tony hit the road with The Levin Brothers, was part of the return of Liquid Tension Experiment, announced his Three of a Perfect Pair camp, released a book, and more.
2021 Reader Favorite Bassists – #7: Victor Wooten
Victor is a mainstay on the Reader Favorites lists, and 2021 was no exception. From performance to education to publishing a new book, Vic stayed busy. He lands at the #7 spot on this year’s list.
2021 Reader Favorite Bassists – #8: Joe Dart
We first shared a video by Vulfpeck in 2011 (“Beastly“), and we were instant fans of the band and Joe Dart. It took a few years for Joe to hit the Reader Favorite list, and he’s been a mainstay since. He’s #8 on this year’s list.
2021 Reader Favorite Bassists – #9: Billy Sheehan
Billy Sheehan is no stranger to the annual Reader Favorite Bassists lists, and this year, he made it once again. See why Billy lands at the #9 slot on this year’s list.
2021 Reader Favorite Bassists – #10: MonoNeon
It seems rare to go to Youtube and not find a video with MonoNeon. From his solo efforts to his work with Scary Goldings, Scary Pockets, and Ghost-Note, the bassist is everywhere. MonoNeon makes this year’s Reader Favorite Bassists list at #10.
Magnus Sjöquist: Bergslagen
Magnus Sjöquist is known for his work on the U-Bass, but his latest video is totally different. He won the International Bass Competition, and the first prize: a Boden Bass. The combo of the bass and his home in Sweden led him to write this song.
In Memoriam: Remembering the Bassists We Lost in 2021
As one year ends and we look forward to another, it’s important to stop and remember the incredible talents we lost. Join us as we remember the bassists we lost in 2021.
Peekaboom: My Life is Going On
It has been a while since we’ve seen a video by Peekaboom. Thankfully, bassist Simone Masina sent us the latest from the duo. In this one, they perform a beautiful, minimal arrangement of Cecilia Krull’s “My Life is Going On”.
Best of 2021
This year was a pivotal one. The toll of 2020 carried over, but the music still happened. And so did our commitment to covering everything we could during a crazy time. Here’s a roundup of your favorite stories, lessons, and more for 2021.