The Bass Shed Podcast
THE BASS SHED PODCAST is a collection of in-depth interviews with Double Bassists & Electric Bassists from all over the world. Hosted by Los Angeles freelance Bassist Ryan Roberts, each interview examines artistry, career, culture in a personal ad relaxed style. Rated in the top 10% of ALL podcasts in the world, and listened to in more than 80 countries, The Bass Shed Podcast is a valuable resource for every bassist of any genre.
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EP 149 - Mark Wade (Bandleader, Composer | New Stages)
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Mark Wade is a New York-based bassist, composer, and bandleader, and a five-time DownBeat Readers’ Poll finalist for Bassist of the Year. In this episode of The Bass Shed Podcast, Ryan Roberts sits down with Mark to talk about his musical path, his work as a creative artist and ensemble leader, and take a deep dive into his latest recording, New Stages.
On this episode:
- Mark Wade’s background as a bassist, composer, and bandleader
- His development as a creative artist in the modern jazz world
- What has shaped his voice as a musician and writer
- The artistic vision behind New Stages
- How the record reflects a new phase in his creative evolution
- A deeper look at the music, concepts, and writing on his latest release
New Stages, released by Dot Time Records, represents a major creative turning point for Wade, reimagining classical forms through a modern jazz trio lens.
Guest Links
Website: https://www.markwademusicny.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/markwadebass/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLCeks8bGpU2fuYAEobBagw
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5UJBuLbTmWg5XNUv3e5xDW
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Lemur Music
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Jerry Jemmott – 15 Timeless Basslines
A deep dive into the feel, phrasing, and vocabulary of one of the most recorded bassists of all time.
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The Wood Shed Bass
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