Jeff Berlin Archives
Jeff Berlin Rings in the New Year With a Solo Bass “Auld Lang Syne”
Jeff Berlin marks the first day of the year with a straightforward solo bass version of Auld Lang Syne, letting the melody speak.
Jeff Berlin & Vail Johnson Turn “Roundabout” Into a Bass-Only Showdown
Two bass legends take on a prog classic. Jeff Berlin and Vail Johnson deliver a bold bass-only version of Yes’s “Roundabout.
Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe: Starship Trooper (Shoreline Amphitheatre, Mountain View, CA 1989)
Bill Bruford shared another terrific ABWH video, and a heartfelt story with it. In this clip from their performance at their 1989 Shoreline Amphitheatre in Mountain View, CA, in the band performs “Starship Trooper.”
Charles Berthoud: Breaking Down “Tears In Heaven” by Kinga Glyk/Jeff Berlin
Charles Berthoud has been breaking down his favorite bass solos and arrangements. In this episode, he focuses on Kinga Glyk and her 2016 video where she performs Jeff Berlin’s arrangement of Eric Clapton’s “Tears in Heaven.”
Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe (with Jeff Berlin): Long Distance Runaround
Bill Bruford consistently shares great videos on his channel. Here’s a recent one from a 1989 performance of Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe performing “Long Distance Runaround.” Jeff Berlin filled in for Tony Levin for this concert.
Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe (with Jeff Berlin): Heart Of The Sunrise
Bill Bruford shared this video earlier this month of Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe’s 1989 performance at the Shoreline Amphitheatre. Jeff Berlin joined the band for this performance of “Heart Of The Sunrise,” filling in for Tony Levin.
Jeff Berlin Honors Jack Bruce on “Jack Songs”
In 2014, the world lost a musical giant with the passing of Jack Bruce. Jeff Berlin began working on a tribute album shortly after his passing, and now that album is available as “Jack Songs,” with an unreal cast of musicians.
Jeff Berlin to Join Brand X for Tour
After Percy Jones announced his departure last week, Brand X has announced his replacement for their upcoming tour. Virtuoso bassist Jeff Berlin will be filling the spot.
Jeff Berlin: Dead Note Funk
The last time we featured a video by Jeff Berlin, he focused on the use of harmonics by Jaco Pastorius. This time around, he focuses on the 16th note dead note groove in the style of the ultimate groove master, Rocco Prestia.
Jeff Berlin on Jaco Pastorius: Harmonics
In my younger years, Jaco Pastorius and Jeff Berlin were two of the titans of bass I looked up to. So it was super cool to spot this video by Jeff talking about Jaco’s use of harmonics. I remember watching Modern Electric Bass back in the ’80s. Jerry Jemmott asked Jaco how he came to use harmonics in his playing....
Roy Vogt’s Annual Thunder Row Bass Invitational Returns For 8th Year
Nashville will be rumbling again as Roy Vogt’s Thunder Row Bass Invitational is back for its eighth year! The bass-centric event has been expanded to three days that coincide with the Summer NAMM Show on June 28th, 29th, and 30th. This year will bring a host of bass talents including luthiers to perform. The lineup includes Vogt, Pete Skjold (Skjold...
Jeff Berlin Reimagines “Joe Frazier” for 30th Anniversary Limited Edition Vinyl
Jeff Berlin’s classic song “Joe Frazier” has always been an inspiration for bassists. Originally released on his album “Pump It”, the track features killer unison riffs and an amazing bass solo. Now Berlin is celebrating the track with a 30th-anniversary edition 12-inch vinyl that will feature the original recording plus a completely reimagined version. “My new version of ‘Joe Frazier’...