In this episode of the Bass Nerds Podcast, we’re thrilled to have Chester Hansen, the laid-back and super talented bassist from BADBADNOTGOOD, join us for a fun and insightful chat. Chester opens up about his journey from jazz to experimenting with hip-hop and electronic music, and how he crafts those signature, boundary-pushing basslines we all love. We dive into his creative process, the highs and lows of collaborating with artists like Tyler, the Creator and Frank Ocean, and what keeps him inspired in the ever-evolving music world. If you're a fan of funky bass grooves and honest, behind-the-scenes stories, this one's for you! Special thanks to  @FRET12  for sharing their space with us.

Brian Cook of Russian Circles, Sumac and These Arms are Snakes stopped by the studio for an epic interview.  Brian has toured the world and shared stories of the road, gear, growing up and much more.  Thankful for Chicago Music Exchange for sharing their space.  

https://russiancircles.com/

https://www.instagram.com/sumacbandofficial/

https://www.instagram.com/thesearmsaresnakesofficial/

The Bass Nerds welcome Michael Byrnes of Mt Joy!  Michael is currently carrying the low end with Mt Joy, they have been touring non stop.  Michael has roots in Chicago where he attended Columbia College for music before heading out west to LA to elevate his music career.  Mikey shares some incredible stories of the road, gigging, studying under Chuck Webb and much more.  Special thanks to Chicago Music Exchange for sharing their space and letting us record. https://www.instagram.com/mtjoyband/ . 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

We welcome Dezron Douglas!  Dezron is currently holding down the low end with Trey Anastasio Band and the Dezron Douglas Quartet.  Dezron shares some incredible stories of his early days at The Hartt College School, studying under Dr Jackie McLean and much more.  Special thanks to Chicago Music Exchange for sharing their space and letting us record. https://www.instagram.com/dezthought . https://www.dezrondouglasmusic.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

We welcome Zachary Cooper on this episode of the Bass Nerds. Zach hails from New York and shares his journey from local music store jobs to touring with one of the greatest rock bands of all time. Thank you to the Coheed family for giving us a little bit of their time. Special thanks to Chicago Music Exchange for sharing their space and letting us record. https://www.coheedandcambria.com/ https://www.instagram.com/zacharyacooper/ 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

Nicole Row, bassist of Incubus sits down with the Bass Nerds to chat bass, dogs, yardwork and more!  Nicole has played with some of the greatest artist of today and we are grateful to have a little bit of her time to be on the podcast.  Incubus is on Tour right now in North America and Latin America.  Get your TICKETS! 

https://www.incubushq.com/

https://www.instagram.com/nicolesrow/

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Marc and Jody took a trip to NYC and they were super excited to sit down with ​⁠ at the ​⁠artist loft.  Mike is the director of sales at Fodera and monster player.   Maybe you have seen the Mike Bendy signature Fodera?  Short scale headless 6 string?  Mike is a New Yorker thru and thru.  Great stories and fun time.  

Special thanks to Fodera for letting us use their space and tour their shop.

https://www.instagram.com/mikebendy

In this episode, we sat down with our friends Eric Cocco (La Bella Strings), James Carbonetti (Carbonetti Guitars), and Mitch Friedman (NYC-based session bassist and overall top-tier bass guru) in the La Bella / Carbonetti showroom in Brooklyn. Special thanks to La Bella Strings and Carbonetti Guitars for hosting us in their amazing showroom (Guitar Shop NYC). https://www.labella.com/ https://theguitarshopnyc.com/ https://carbonettiguitars.com/ https://www.instagram.com/mitchthebassplayer 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 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