Episode 61 · · 19:35
Joe Martin is one of the most in-demand bassists out there, and the Upright Citizens are here to give him his flowers!
Episode 60 · · 20:51
The Upright Citizens share their thoughts on Jazz Bass Education...buckle up!
Episode 59 · · 59:31
The legendary bassist Dave Holland joins the Upright Citizens for a very special conversation covering all kinds of aspects of Life and Music...and maybe a little Netflix
Episode 58 · · 23:08
The first installment of a series that the Upright Citizens will be getting into, a spotlight on the great bassists that are also great bandleaders. From the back to the front of the...
Episode 57 · · 16:36
This time we discuss some of the ins and outs of playing in groups without a drummer, which can change how we approach our playing. We also share some stories and a few of our favori...
Episode 56 · · 26:46
This time Bob and Reuben share their thoughts regarding learning new music. Is it essential to be able to read? How does one REALLY learn new music in preparation for a rehearsal, pe...
Episode 55 · · 49:11
The Upright Citizens sit down with the legendary guitarist Bill Frisell while on tour in Italy and discuss a wide range of topics from: Bill's first time playing with Thomas Morgan, ...
Episode 54 · · 28:11
This time Reuben shares his 3 picks for our 2nd installment of "Guitar Trio Gems"
Episode 53 · · 30:34
Guitar Love! This time Bob shares some of his favorite guitar trio tracks featuring Ben Tucker, Steve Swallow, and Dave Holland...
Episode 52 · · 31:38
In this episode the Upright Citizens share their love for the great Marc Johnson!
Episode 51 · · 20:43
"It is essential to be critical in order to get better, but it can be debilitating when it goes too far." This time the Upright Citizens discuss self-judgement and being self-critica...
Episode 50 · · 27:26
This time Bob and Reuben discus their favorite software, apps, and gadgets that they use as working bassists...
Episode 49 · · 35:57
Reginald Veal is a big source of inspiration for many bassists, and the Upright Citizens are here to give him his flowers! Reuben and Bob share some stories, insights, and listen to ...
Episode 48 · · 43:37
One of the most creative and in demand drummers out there, the great Eric Harland, raps with Reuben and Bob about all kinds of music and life stuff...
Episode 47 · · 31:32
It's the first live 'Upright Citizens' - with special guests Peter Martin, Romero Lubambo, and Adam Maness! We investigate the origins and inspiration for Open Studio Jazz, and get s...
Episode 46 · · 31:12
One of the most influential bassists of all time - Mr. PC - was born on April 22, 1935. Bob and Reuben are celebrating with some listening, stories, and some interesting facts about ...
Episode 45 · · 25:04
With a wealth of musical info and advice online how do you figure out what to keep, and what to pass on...
Episode 44 · · 21:20
Reuben's 3 piano trio cuts: Cyrus Chestnut's "Little Ditty", Alan Pasqua's "Highway 14", and Sebastian Sternal's "Go"
Episode 43 · · 23:45
Reuben and Bob share their favorite "off the beaten path" piano trio recordings... Link to Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/0R8IoRWSIquOXti3qIsFbV?si=4ea952ebbca2...
Episode 42 · · 22:38
Upright Bass is primarily an acoustic instrument, but there's a "gray" area behind whether or not amplification is needed in certain situations. In this episode we get into some of t...