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Nomad’s impressive career highlights his versatility and expertise across various musical domains, from touring to studio production and film scoring. His collaborations with a range of top artists and his work on well-known soundtracks show a deep and diverse skill set, making his insights on *The Bass Shed Podcast* a valuable resource for anyone interested in professional musicianship and production.

Nomad is a seasoned composer, music producer, music director, and session/touring guitarist who has been active in the industry since the 1990s. He has toured the world extensively and been featured on countless GRAMMY-winning records. He has shared the stage with celebrated artists such as David Foster, Stevie Wonder, Natalie Cole, Kirk Whalum, Dave Koz, Kat Graham, Jewel, India Arie, and Carrie Underwood. In the studio, he has worked with Justin Bieber, Barbra Streisand, Celine Dion, Aretha Franklin, Sting, Lalah Hathaway, Josh Groban, Colbie Caillat, and Leslie Odom Jr., among others. He also served as Music Director for Donny Osmond, Scott Patterson, and Babyface, a position he held for 12 years.

Nomad’s contributions extend into television and film, where he has collaborated with renowned composers like Danny Elfman, John Powell, Elvin Ross, Tim Davies, and A.R. Rahman. His distinctive guitar work can be heard on soundtracks for films such as *Ferdinand*, *Men In Black 3*, *The Lorax*, *Happy Feet*, *Happy Feet Two*, *Knight and Day*, *MacGruber*, *Pineapple Express*, *Kung Fu Panda*, *Stop-Loss*, *P.S. I Love You*, *The Game Plan*, *The Grudge 2*, *The Departed*, *Chicken Little*, *Into The Blue*, *Mr. and Mrs. Smith*, *Open Range*, *Terminator 3: Rise of The Machines*, *The Lizzie McGuire Movie*, *What Women Want*, *The Prince of Egypt*, *The X Files*, and *People Like Us*, on which he also contributed his singing voice. His recent work includes guitar for the Netflix show *Maya and The Three* and the 2021 reboot of *Fraggle Rock*. In 2020, he produced a cover of the classic bolero *Sabor A Mi* for the Netflix series *Gentefied* and composed the original piece *AfroCuBrazil* for the Netflix movie *Beats*.

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In Episode 133 of The Bass Shed Podcast, host Ryan Roberts sits down with bass legend Oskar Cartaya. Known for his dynamic Latin grooves, funk bass lines, and contributions to the world of Latin jazz, Oskar shares insights from his incredible career. From playing with legends like Herb Alpert, Jennifer Lopez, and Spyro Gyra, to his work as a session musician and bandleader, Oskar discusses his journey and the influences that shaped his unique sound.

This episode also explores Oskar's passion for giving back to the community. Learn how he supports youth music programs and helps nurture the next generation of musicians. Whether you're a bass player, music enthusiast, or simply curious about the power of music in local communities, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical insights.

🎧 Tune in to The Bass Shed Podcast EP 133 to hear Oskar Cartaya talk about:
- His career in Latin jazz, funk, and session work
- The importance of serving local communities through music
- Giving back to youth music programs and empowering young musicians

Don't miss this engaging conversation with one of the most influential bassists in the Latin music scene!

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Gary Wicks is an in-demand bassist, composer, educator and clinician in Los Angeles whose versatility has enabled him to perform with world class artists in many different venues around the world. Originally from Albany, NY, this second generation bassist has been a part of the vibrant music scenes of Los Angeles, CA; London, UK; Albany, NY; and Boston, MA where he earned a BM in Double Bass Performance from the New England Conservatory of Music. He also holds an MM in Jazz Studies from the University of Southern California which he earned with full time studies and a Teaching Assistant appointment all while touring internationally with the Grammy award winning vocal quartet the Manhattan Transfer.

Gary has performed and recorded at many prestigious recording studios, music festivals, concert halls and clubs around the world for such varied artists as Quincy Jones, Matthew Morrison, The Manhattan Transfer, Stevie Wonder, Take 6, John Williams, Melissa Manchester, John Lloyd Young, Andre Comeau, The New York Voices, John Hendricks, Kevin Mahogany, Monica Mancini, The HawtThorns, Bob Newhart, Joan Rivers, Don Rickles, Regis Philbin, Kathy Lee Gifford, Andre Watts, Jake Armerding, Liam Bailey, Peter Prince, Billy Martin, Fitz & The Tantrums, Stefon Harris, Christopher Young, Will Bates, Lizzy & the Triggermen, The Percy Faith Orchestra, Western Standard Time Ska Big Band, The Albany Symphony Orchestra, The Berkshire Symphony, various productions of musical theater and many more.

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Matt Krahula is a multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, producer, currently based out of Honolulu, HI.  He is the bassist for Grammy Nominated artist Henry Kapono, lead singer of The Nightmare River Band and one half of the Chamber Folk duo, Beyond Hope, with Canadian Singer Fiddler, Sierra Noble.  After years of touring the mainland and bouncing around the vibrant New York City music scene, Krahula uplifted his roots and decided to take his talents to sunny Waikiki.  Since 2018, he has established himself as one of the most in demand artists in Hawaii, with residencies at some of Oahu's most popular bars and clubs, and opening slots for major artists such as Silver Sun Pickups, Frank Turner, Mike Love, Jerry Santos, and Keola Beamer. 

 Krahula started his musical career at the Purchase Conservatory of Music, earning a Bachelor Degree in Classical Music Performance on Upright Bass. He has spent the last 15 years touring, writing and recording, playing over 500 shows with his band, and sharing the stage with acts such as Old Man Markley, The Last Bandoleros, Boy and Bear, Matt Simons, Tokyo Police Club, and Robert Ellis.  He has previously been nominated for an Independent Music Award for Best Alt-Folk song of the Year and has performed at Summerfest, SXSW, and CMJ to name a few. His music has been featured in 9-1-1 on Fox, American Pickers, Showtime’s Gigolo’s, Comedy Bang! Bang!, NHL Broadcasts, as well as several commercial campaigns.

​Since relocating to Hawaii, Matt has developed a reputation as one of the most dependable sidemen in the scene.  He is a full time member of Henry Kapono's legendary Dukes on Sunday Band, upright bassist for Hawaii's premier bluegrass band, Hook & Line, as well as bassist for the indie rockers, 7 Pairs of Iron Shoes.  He has also found himself playing with the likes of Sistah Robi Kahakalau (Grammy Nominee), Tavana, Josh Tatofi (Hoku Award Winner), Kimie Miner (Grammy Nominee), Alx Kawakami, John Cruz, Keola Beamer, and Brother Noland (Pineapple Express).

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Oskar Cartaya - Latin Bass Workshop
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Barry Green - The Inner Game of Music Workshop
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Episode 130 of The Bass Shed Podcast features Northern California-based duo Misner & Smith, diving into their long-anticipated album "All Is Song". Known for their rich harmonies and storytelling that blend folk and roots influences, Sam Misner (guitar, vocals) and Megan Smith (bass, vocals) reflect on six years of development for this project. Conceived in 2017, the album evolved through sporadic writing sessions, with the pandemic slowing progress.

In this episode, Misner & Smith discuss their creative process in detail, sharing insights on writing, recording, and producing *All Is Song*. The album explores themes of connection, growth, and the transformative power of music, capturing a deep sense of reflection. They also share behind-the-scenes stories of how the project took shape over time.

Oskar Cartaya - Latin Bass Workshop
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Bassist & Educator Peter Dominguez is Professor the of Double Bass and Jazz Studies at the University of Wisconsin- Madison and Artistic Director of the Richard Davis Foundation for Young Bassist Inc annual conference in Madison Wisconsin, and the director of the Milt Hinton Institute for Studio Bass. On EP 129, Dominguez discusses his insights into jazz, the double bass, and his relationship with legendary bassists like Richard Davis and Milt Hinton. Peter Dominguez is known for his deep connection to jazz history and his contributions as a performer and educator.

In the interview, Dominguez discusses his personal experiences, his learning journey with Richard Davis, and Milt Hinton’s influence, offering anecdotes, techniques, and reflections on how these giants shaped his musical philosophy. The episode  dives into the significance of these mentors in jazz, their techniques, and the legacy they left for future generations of bassists.

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Episode 128 of The Bass Shed Podcast features Frank Canino, a seasoned bassist with an extensive career in both live performance and studio recordings.

Frank Canino is known for his deep-rooted experience in genres like jazz, Latin, rock, and blues, and he has worked with a wide range of notable artists throughout his career.

In the podcast, Canino discusses his journey as a bass player, shedding light on his early influences, the evolution of his technique, and the diverse musical environments he’s been a part of. He touches on his work with som many musical giants and navigating the music industry.

Frank Canino's insights in this episode offer a rich perspective on the role of the bass in multiple genres, making it an informative listen for musicians and music lovers alike.

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Andrew Ryan, NY bassist/recording engineer and member of the group 9 Horses discusses their latest release STRUM. This album showcases a unique blend of classical, jazz, and contemporary music. Joining Andrew Ryan in the group is Joe Brent (mandolin), Sara Caswell (violin), The music by 9 horses is imaginative and deeply emotive. The Album strum is made up of 8 tracks and each tune really takes the listener on a journey with a lot of hairpin turns. It’s a fantastic record that’s very engaging. The interplay between all the musicians in this group and the layering on the album is delicate and joins together in a really cool way.

Andrew also discusses recording techniques, bass sound and navigating the music business.

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One of the premier electric bassists of contemporary jazz, Mark Egan has distinguished himself over the past five decades with his distinctive fretless bass sound that has graced countless jazz and pop albums as well as award-winning movie and television soundtracks. An in-demand New York City studio musician who has played on multi-gold and platinum-selling recordings by Sting, Arcadia, Marc Cohn,GRP Christmas, Mecano and Joan Osborne, Egan has also recorded with a wide variety of artists from pop stars like Roger Daltrey, Sophie B. Hawkins, Marianne Faithfull, Judy Collins, Cyndi Lauper and Art Garfunkel to jazz notables like David Sanborn, John McLaughlin, John Abercrombie, Randy Brecker, Gato Barbieri, Freddy Cole, Jim Hall, Joe Beck, Pat Martino, Mark Murphy and Larry Coryell.

A charter member of the Pat Metheny Group (formed in 1977) and member of the Gil Evans Orchestra for 13 years, Egan has 14 albums as a leader to his credit and another 10 as a co-leader of Elements, the fusion band he formed in 1982 with his Pat Metheny Group bandmate, drummer Danny Gottlieb.

Egan discusses his latest album release "Cross Currents", his process when creating the album and practices routines.

Mark Egan "Cross Currents"
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Joris Teepe is an acoustic and electric bassist from Amsterdam and has lived in New York since 1992. He has led his own groups for 30 years and recorded 22 CD’s as a leader or co-leader and over 60 CD’s as a sideman.
Arriving in New York in 1992 with just his bass and a suitcase, he took lessons with bassist Ron Carter, quickly met many musicians and started to work a lot. A year later he recorded his first CD, with a band co-led by saxophonist Don Braden and featuring pianist Cyrus Chestnut, drummer Carl Allen and trumpeter Tom Harrell. From that point everything really took off for Joris and he became a bassist in great demand. He has been working with the “who-is-who in Jazz”, such as Benny Golson, Sonny Fortune, Rashied Ali, Billy Hart and Randy Brecker.

Teepe has composed 95 original compositions, including pieces for Symphony Orchestra & Small Jazz Group and Symphony Orchestra, Big Band, and Choir. He leads his own big band in New York, playing exclusively his own music, and performs his own repertoire as a guest soloist with local big bands. The JORIS TEEPE REAL BOOK will be released in 2024.

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