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hey justin- i miss the periodic updates you were doing for a minute. what's been happening in the JMJ universe lately??

Hey JMJ Have you checked out the new arcade fire? What are your thoughts?

Hey Adam I was just curious as to what a few of your all time favorite albums are...the ones you constantly find yourself going back to. Or the ones you've learned the most from through transcription and deep listening.

Double French Bow Case with shoulder strap. $50 shipped. Unsure of the maker. Normal wear of a few years' good use apparent, but in perfect working order. All zippers intact and strong.

I am selling the following Zimmerman Complete Orchestra Part Books for $15 each. They are the newer, spiral bound editions, all in like new condition. They sell for about $20 elsewhere online. Selected Works of J.S. Bach*SOLD* Mendelssohn, Schubert and Schumann Selected Romantic...

Hey JMJ You seem like a very creative, artistic individual, and I get the feeling that even if you weren't a bassist, you would probably be involved in some sort of artistic endeavor. So my question is, why were you drawn to the bass as your main creative outlet? Also, if you weren't a...

Hey JMJ I seem to run into this problem when I'm writing music...I'll come up with one cool idea for a song, and then I'll struggle to find something else to compliment it. For example, I'll come up with a great progression for a verse, but can't come up with a chorus that works well...

Could somebody explain how to build a basic keyboard bass synth rig? What kind of keyboard, amp basics, whatever else. I'm kind of clueless (clearly) about this. But want to start exploring it a little. Thanks

Hey Justin I have a bunch of questions regarding managing one's schedule. Right now I'm trying to get involved with as many projects as possible, but how do you find a balance between playing with a diverse range of bands, while still being able to fully commit to each one? Especially when...

Hey Justin I think we can all agree that versatility is a desirable quality for any musician to possess. But how can one go about avoiding situations where versatility can by a hindrance? For example, can somebody who wants to play hip-hop get away with doing a country gig? Can somebody...

Hey Justin This is issue i've been struggling with for as long as I've been playing music. What are some ways to ensure that the more subtle, nuanced aspects of your sound and performance will project in a larger venue? It has always seemed that certain things that sound fantastic in a...

Hey Justin In all my days of playing bass, I admit to never having run my bass through any sort of box, pedal, or otherwise. I feel like I need to take the dive into the world of bass effects. What, in your opinion, are a few crucial effects that no bassist should be without? Thanks...

hey Justin I would love to hear your thoughts on ways a player can strive to reach his or her potential...in other words, what are some things you can focus on to ensure that you're always moving forward as a musician?

hey JMJ i landed an audition this week with a pretty serious artist. i've never really done anything like this before, and was wondering if you had any general advice, or any common audition pitfalls to avoid. thanks so much for your continuing inspiration Kevin

anybody have any info on what the job is like? have they held auditions recently?

justin your tone on where it's at is so ill! how'd you do it? also i'm blown away that you came with something so original on a song that must have been somewhat of a cliche minefield for a bass player.

justin, could you talk a little about how you approach a session or gig where you just can't seem to feel the music or come up with a part you're happy with?

This may not be a question that can be answered but what is taste, exactly? without trying to get to philosophical, although this probably is a philosophical issue, how can something as subjective as taste be defined objectively? for me, tasteful bass playing entails serving the...

hey justin could you talk a little about the way you approach a bass line in the context of a composition? for expamle, on paper tiger, the way you switch between fingers and pick on the verse and the chourus, and just the way the line so tastefully compliments the overall ebb and flow of...

K, so alot of what is being talked about here has to do with the actual experience of playing with other musicians. What are some things, general or specific, that someone should pay attention to or work on when they are in a real playing situation, that would allow them to get the most...

so like..... how do you develop the precision (great time, eveness of sound across the instrument, rhythmic clarity) necessary to do studio work, and make it feel good (relaxed, loose, organic, in the pocket) at the same time?

Hey Jusitn thanks so much for all of your insight on this thread In my development as a musician, I constantly find myslef seeking external sources of inspiration...be it classic recordings, lessons, poetry, movies, etc.... this is all well and good, BUT, i have so much difficulty going...