The Bass Nerds

In this episode we welcome Ben Carr, better known as Carrtoons You may be familiar with Carrtoons from his recent performance on Tiny Desk or touring with Nate Smith & Keifer. Carrtoons has released several albums with his latest release being "Saturday Night". We chat about gigging in NYC, music, influences and much much more in this episode of The Bass Nerds. Carrtoons is touring all over the US, check the link below for dates near you. Carrtoons is also very active on his instagram so go give him a follow. Check out Carrtoons HERE: https://www.carrtoonsmusic.com/ https://www.instagram.com/_carrtoons_/

In this episode we welcome Karina Rykman. Karina is a killer bass player who has been sharing the stage with some of the baddest bands on the planet and sits in with the Seth Meyers band from time to time. Karina recently released her debut album, Joyride. We chat gear, touring, favorite pizza in NYC and much much more in this episode of The Bass Nerds. Karina is touring all over the US, check the link below for dates near you. Check out Karina HERE: https://www.karinarykman.com/ https://www.instagram.com/karinarykman Follow The Bass Nerds at: https://www.facebook.com/bassnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/bassnerdspodcast/ Subscribe to us on APPLE!!! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bass-nerds/id1439046056

In this episode we welcome Ryan Stasik of Umphrey's McGee and Doom Flamingo. Ryan shares stories, thoughts on gear, and his views on shopping cart etiquette. We also discover that Jody is a douche for his poor shopping cart etiquette. Special thanks to Chicago Music Exchange for allowing us to use their studiio to shoot this episode. Umphrey's is on tour so be sure to check their website for dates near you.

In this episode, we meet with monster session player, touring guru, producer, carrier of the low end.... Tim Lefebvre. Tim has a long history of playing with some of the greatest musicians in the world. Tim can be heard on countless records and some of the most iconic soundtracks. Tim has toured and shared the stage with the likes of Derek Trucks, Black Crowes, Nate Smith, Chris Botti, and many more. In this episode Tim shares some stories of the road, his early influences and some football. Check out Tim HERE: https://www.timlefebvremusic.com/ https://www.instagram.com/timlefev

In this episode, we meet with the incredibly talented Ellis Hahn of LEH Guitars! Ellis has a long history of building some of the finest basses on the planet - from their time as the shop manger for Roger Sadowsky, to establishing LEH Guitars and moving the shop to Portland just a few years ago. Enjoy as we talk basses, pasta, and Ellis does a magnificent job not dying from cringing at Jody/Marc’s Antics Check out LEH Guitars HERE: https://www.lehguitars.com/ https://www.instagram.com/lehguitars/ Follow The Bass Nerds at: https://www.facebook.com/bassnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/bassnerdspodcast/ Subscribe to us on APPLE!!! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bass-nerds/id1439046056

The Bass Nerds welcome John Ferrera, Bass Phenom of Consider The Source and Mono Means One. John is probably most known for his bass tapping abilities who is constantly innovating his craft. His band Consider the Source is Syfy fusion trio with wailing guitar, intricate bass lines and hypnotic drum beats. John is also touring with his solo project Mono Means One which is a looping layering one man band. John is an endorsing artist of Fodera Basses, Hartke Amp, Darkglass and many more. You can see john on tour now with: https://www.considerthesourcemusic.com/ and https://www.instagram.com/john.ferrara.bass/ . Follow The Bass Nerds at: https://www.facebook.com/bassnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/bassnerdspodcast/ Subscribe to us on APPLE!!! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bass-nerds/id1439046056

The Bass Nerds welcome Keith Stixx, Founder of Tsunami Cables (and preamps) to the Podcast. Keith makes some of the most high quality and customizable cables on the market. Tsunami Cables has a roster of monster players using their cables and Keith just dropped a new recording Preamp. Tsunami Website: https://www.tsunamicables.com/ Tsunami IG https://www.instagram.com/tsunamicables/ Follow The Bass Nerds at: https://www.facebook.com/bassnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/bassnerdspodcast/ Subscribe to us on APPLE!!! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bass-nerds/id1439046056

The Bass Nerds welcome Mohini Dey to the Podcast. Mo is a monster on the bass and has traveled the world performing with some of the baddest musicians on the planet. We were lucky to catch her while she was in town and we had a blast recording this and getting to know each other. You can also check out her youtube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@mohinidey5945 MaMoGi, her latest project https://www.youtube.com/@mamogi3176 Mohini is very active on IG https://www.instagram.com/dey_bass/?hl=en Mohini Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100044082413895

The Bass Nerds welcome Chuck Webb to the Podcast. Chuck is a Chicago Bass legend who has performed with icons! Chuck is a master of both electric and upright bass, he performs with numerous bands, teaches at Columbia College, and also performs in pit orchestras for some of the biggest musicals. https://chuckwebbmusic.com/ https://www.facebook.com/chuckwebbbass Follow The Bass Nerds at: https://www.facebook.com/bassnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/bassnerdspodcast/ Subscribe to us on APPLE!!! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bass-nerds/id1439046056

The Bass Nerds welcome Corey Brown, founder of No Treble. Recently No Treble started a GoFundMe and we hope you are able to donate. Please click here to donate: https://www.gofundme.com/f/no-treble-reader-support https://www.notreble.com Follow The Bass Nerds at: https://www.facebook.com/bassnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/bassnerdspodcast/ Subscribe to us on APPLE!!! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bass-nerds/id1439046056

In this episode The Bass Nerds welcome Vuyani Wakaba, Will Howard, and Jauqo III-X to offer their prospective on what its like being a Black Musician in America. The current social climate in the United States are pretty tense with lots of protests and BLM movements so The Bass Nerds wanted to offer a platform for some POC to share their views.

Dr Kertz is a Major ambassador of the bass community and as a Chiropractor/Acupuncturist he is a resource to help mitigate and manage performance based injuries. Dr Kertz is a contributing editor to Bass Musician Magazine, Author, educator, designer and much more. In this podcast we go on a magical journey through 30+ years of Dr Kertz working within the music world, from stories of Lemmy, Manowar, Megadeth, and more. For more info on Dr Randall Kertz: https://www.drkertz.com/ https://bassmusicianmagazine.com/author/randallkertz/ https://www.amazon.com/Bassists-Management-Prevention-Musicians-Resources-ebook/dp/B077XVSBKT/ref=sr_1_1?crid=31XO416PRN7Z1&keywords=bassists%20guide%20to%20injury%20management&qid=1578193322&sprefix=the%20bassist%27s%20guide%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-1 Follow The Bass Nerds at: https://www.facebook.com/bassnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/bassnerdspodcast/ Subscribe to us on APPLE!!! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bass-nerds/id1439046056

The Bass Nerds traveled to Namm 2020 and we ran into Jon D'Auria at The Bass Bash who is Editor-in-Chief of Bass Magazine. One thing lead to another and before we knew it, we were recording a podcast in the back of the Bass Bash. Jon is an ambassador of all things bass and while we were only able to chat with him for a short time, it was a blast. We would of went longer but Jon was co hosting the bash and had to run off to take care of some responsibilities. Bass Magazine is an Online Only publication You can check them out here: https://bassmagazine.com/ https://www.instagram.com/bassmagazineonline/ Follow The Bass Nerds at: https://www.facebook.com/bassnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/bassnerdspodcast/ Subscribe to us on APPLE!!! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bass-nerds/id1439046056

The Bass Nerds were super lucky to score an interview with Sire Basses founder Kyle Kim. Not only is Kyle the owner of Sire Basses but he is also a builder and musician. Kyle discusses the origins of SIre Basses, relationship with Marcus Miller, and much more. In this podcast we also feature Vuyani Wakaba and Jauqo III-X. At the end of the podcast Kyle offered to send The Bass Nerds a Bass to giveaway. SO GUESS WHAT! The Bass Nerds are giving away a V10 Marcus Miller 5 string! To enter to win we need YOU to do 4 things. 1. Like our instagram page (bassnerdpodcast) 2. Like SireRevolution on Instagram 3. Tag 3 friends on a Bassnerdspodcast instagram post with the Hashtag #IDesireASire 4. Subscribe to our Youtube Channel (thebassnerds) Here is a Linktree to all the accounts: https://linktr.ee/Thebassnerds We will draw one random person to with this New Bass! Check out all of the instruments Sire has to offer here: https://www.sire-usa.com/ Follow The Bass Nerds at: https://www.facebook.com/bassnerdspodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/bassnerdspodcast/ Subscribe to us on APPLE!!! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bass-nerds/id1439046056

Kevin Scott is seasoned bass player who plays with an endless list of stellar musicians/bands including Forq, Wayne Krantz, Jimmy Herring, Wednesday Night Titans, Col Bruce Hampton, WAXPaper, and much more. Kevin offers lessons and recording remotely, be sure to contact him at kscott26@gmail.com and check his website out at www.kevinscottmusic.com. He also has a pretty awesome Instagram www.instagram.com/thekingseye .Hope you enjoy the podcast!

Jauqo III-X is a Chicago bassist who has friends in all the right places. Im always captivated and appreciative of the moments I have with Jauqo, he always has a great story or some wisdom to share. Jauqo has music and books available at http://www.jauqoiii-x.com/

Our first episode of The Bass Nerds Podcast! In our first episode we welcome Jake Serek of Serek Basses. Serek Basses are handmade in Chicago and Jake has a great story to tell. Everything from meeting Lemmy, working at Lakland, and building custom basses for some of the best players on Earth. https://www.serekbasses.com/ https://www.instagram.com/serek_basses/