In this episode of the "Blue Collar Bassist Podcast," host Ted welcomes his guest Cam Periddge, a seasoned guitarist, mixing engineer, and producer, to discuss the essential qualities guitarists and producers seek in bass players. Cam shares his insights into the dynamics of a successful rhythm section, emphasizing the need for bass players to be assertive, maintain a strong pocket, and possess a well-balanced tone. He underscores the importance of not just knowing your parts but owning them, whether they're iconic bass lines from classic tracks or original compositions.

The discussion also covers the broader impact of bass players within a band, portraying them as the crucial link between rhythm and harmony that significantly enhances a band's overall sound and feel. Cam and Ted explore the real-world applications of these principles through personal anecdotes, highlighting the necessity for bass players to be well-prepared and adaptable to succeed in various gigging scenarios. They conclude by stressing the importance of communication and collaboration within a band to ensure that each performance is cohesive and compelling.

Dave Avenius, Dale Titus, and Jonathan Moody (DR Strings, Aguilar Amp, and GHS Strings, respectively) talk with Ted about what it really takes to build relationships that lead to endorsement deals and how to maintain that relationship so that it is a win for both the artist and the company.

In this episode, Ian and I talk about the discipline of creating a two-bar groove every day, learning music for gigs, and more! Sponsored by Tomplay.