Videos
The Pro Bass Player’s Secret Weapon
This trick is probably my favorite ace-up-the-sleeve. It always impresses, always delights and it more than likely get you called back for more!
Sick Lix: Steven Dail (Stein’s Theme)
Project 86 was one of my favorite bands back in high school, and I always adored this Sick Lick. I loved the tone, the drive and it’s attention in the song. Very atypical of the genre.
Repurposing Old Licks
One of my favorite things to do is to take something old and make it new. Here’s a few tips on how to take those old, worn-out licks of yours and turn them into something else. Also, be sure to ...
Sick Lix: Verdine White (Shining Star)
Verdine White is responsible for this Sickest of Lix that has weaved it’s way into every funk song I’ve ever played since learning it. Every wedding gig, bar gig or cover band that I’...
Revamping Your Technique
It’s that time of the year again! Time to set some goals, make a plan and cross your fingers that you’ll see it through! It feels like a fresh start and I always like to take this opportun...
Sick Lix: Wilton Felder (I Want You Back)
How can you not smile while you play this groove? It’s magic. Try to be sad while you listen to it; try to be sad while you play it. I dare you! I also always suspected that this was Jamerson, a...
Sick Lix: Ed Breckenridge (To What End)
This was the song that initially turned me on to Thrice back when I was in high school. I recall my drummer picking me up for our gig that night and saying, “You’ve got to hear this band!&...
Sick Lix: Jon Walker (Mad As Rabbits)
This Panic! at the Disco record is one of my all-time favorite records. I love the approach that they took to this album and I think this tune in particular still holds it’s weight since the fir...
Sick Lix: Anthony Jackson #2 (Move Me No Mountain)
Here’s part two to last week’s Sick Lix. Anthony Jackson is the King of Groove, the Prince of Pocket and the Sultan of Sick. Take as many notes as you can!
