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Exclusive video interview to start off 2026, JGT's Bob Bakert checks in with Jimmy Bruno. Go to jazzguitartoday.com and bassmusicianmagazine.com more interviews and lessons.
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In January 2024, I had the great opportunity to sit down with Jeff Pilson, bassist, vocalist, and musical director for Foreigner (You can check out that interview here). Now, just over two years later, a lot has happened. From the band’s induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2024 to presently celebrating their 50th anniversary, Foreigner continues to prove why their legacy endures. I also had the chance to catch their electrifying performance at The Venetian Resort this past March,...
In this JGT podcast, Bob Bakert talks guitarist Fareed Haque. Go to jazzguitartoday.com and bassmusicianmagazine.com more interviews and lessons.
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Today, we’re joined by one of hard rock’s most accomplished bassists, Johnny Martin of L.A. Guns. Since joining the band in 2016, Johnny has helped drive the group’s modern resurgence, bringing powerhouse musicianship and unmistakable stage presence to both the studio and the concert stage. We’ll be talking about the band’s explosive new live release, Live From the Guild Theater, recorded during their 2025 performance celebrating the Leopard Skin album. The record captures the energy, chemist...