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BassCon Online to Feature Leland Sklar, Stuart Hamm, John Patitucci, and Guy Pratt
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BassCon Online to Feature Leland Sklar, Stuart Hamm, John Patitucci, and Guy Pratt

Ove Bosch has announced a new online bass camp called BassCon Online. Bosch, who was the organizer and host of the Warwick Bass Camp, has confirmed four top-shelf bassists for the event: Leland Sklar, Stuart Hamm, John Patitucci, and Guy Pratt.

Leland Sklar: “Stratus” Playthrough and Discussion
Bass Videos

Leland Sklar: “Stratus” Playthrough and Discussion

When Leland Sklar kicked off his new Youtube series late last month, we shared the first one. At the time, I hoped he would eventually get to “Stratus.” Good news: Two days ago, Lee did just that, with a great playalong and great story.

Leland Sklar: “Against All Odds” Playthrough
Bass Videos

Leland Sklar: “Against All Odds” Playthrough

Leland Sklar is making the most of this time of social distancing and giving back to the bass playing community. In this video, the bass legend shows us the bass line on the Phil Collins tune, “Against All Odds.”

Leland Sklar Featured in Upcoming “Immediate Family” Documentary
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Leland Sklar Featured in Upcoming “Immediate Family” Documentary

Twelve years after his hit documentary “The Wrecking Crew,” filmmaker Denny Tedesco is back with a new project on legendary session musicians. The new film is once again named after the group it features: The Immediate Family.

2019 Reader Favorite Bassists – #10 Leland Sklar
2019 Reader Favorites

2019 Reader Favorite Bassists – #10 Leland Sklar

Leland Sklar is no stranger to the annual “Reader Favorite Bassists,” and he makes it once again for 2019. One of the most sought-after bassists on the scene, we featured some exciting news - and some great videos - that landed him on this year's list.

Leland Sklar and The Immediate Family Enter the Studio, Announce Tour Dates
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Leland Sklar and The Immediate Family Enter the Studio, Announce Tour Dates

The Immediate Family is a band made up of L.A.’s most sought after session players, including Leland Sklar. The band has announced they’re going into the studio for the own album, and have some tour dates set as well.

James Taylor (with Leland Sklar): How Sweet It Is (1979)
Bass Videos

James Taylor (with Leland Sklar): How Sweet It Is (1979)

I took a trip down memory lane this morning by watching clips from James Taylor’s career. Here is one of my favorites, from a 1979 concert. Leland Sklar performs his wizardry on this version of “How Sweet It Is.”

Phil Collins Announces Still Not Dead Yet, Live! Tour Dates with Leland Sklar
Concerts & Tours

Phil Collins Announces Still Not Dead Yet, Live! Tour Dates with Leland Sklar

Phil Collins has extended his “Not Dead Yet” tour with a new 15-day U.S. run in the fall. The “Still Not Dead Yet, Live!” trek will kick off September 23rd. Collins will be joined by the same backing band as last year, including bassist Leland Sklar.

Warwick Adds Sklar Signature Bass to Teambuilt, Rockbass Lines
Basses

Warwick Adds Sklar Signature Bass to Teambuilt, Rockbass Lines

Warwick has added the Sklar Bass I Signature to their Teambuilt Artist Series as well as their Rockbass line. Developed with session legend Leland Sklar, the semi-hollow bass is a modified version of their Star Bass.

Leland Sklar Cam: Inside Out
Bass Videos

Leland Sklar Cam: Inside Out

In July 1990, Phil Collins recorded a live performance in Berlin during the “The Serious Hits… Live!” tour. Here’s a special camera angle from the show on the tune “Inside Out,” which focuses on drummer Chester Thompson and bassist Leland Sklar.

The GRAMMY Museum Presents “An Evening With Leland Sklar”
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The GRAMMY Museum Presents “An Evening With Leland Sklar”

Leland Sklar will be appearing at the GRAMMY Museum in Los Angeles on November 8th for “An Evening with Leland Sklar.” The event will include an intimate chat with Sklar moderated by museum artistic director Scott Goldman followed by a performance. The legendary session bassist has contributed to over 2,600 albums with some of the world’s greatest artists: James Taylor,...

Jackson Browne and The Section: Running On Empty
Bass Videos

Jackson Browne and The Section: Running On Empty

Over the summer, TEC Awards posted this clip from the 2018 NAMM TEC Awards show in Anaheim, and it is a gem. Legendary Asylum Records “house band” The Section – with Craig Doerge, Danny Kortchmar, Leland Sklar, and Russ Kunkel – backed Jackson Browne on his 1977 hit “Running On Empty.”