Category Archives: Ten Commandments

I wrote this for my son Ethan, who early in his career asked me if I had any helpful tips for bass players. He hasn’t asked me for advice about his bass playing since. I’m not quite sure what that … Continue reading →

Inspired by the brilliance of my first effort, I continued to pontificate. I. Think rhythm before lead. Even Eddie Van Halen spends 90-95% of his time playing rhythm (very well, I might add), and you’re not Eddie Van Halen. II. … Continue reading →

How do I know these are commandments? Because I have broken most of them! Forgive me, leader, for I have sinned. I. Be prompt, dress appropriately, and be ready to play when requested. No one cares how great you sound … Continue reading →