SEEKING
Band to Join, Vocalist, Vocalist - Bass, Vocalist - Baritone, Vocalist - Tenor, Vocalist - Soprano, Rhythm Guitar, Lead Guitar, Acoustic Guitar, Bass Guitar, Drums, Other Percussion, Violin, Trumpet, Saxophone, Keyboard, Piano, Background Singer, Harmonica, Flute, Other, Banjo, Mandolin, Fiddle, Dobro, Vocalist - Alto, Trombone, Bagpipes, Steel guitar, Upright bass, Cello, Accordion, Ukulele, DJ, Electronic Music, Clarinet, Harp.ABOUT
Versatile bassist with an emphasis on strong groove and deep pocket. Originals or cover material. Can transcribe bass and play covers very accurately. Great listener with band or song first mentality. Can play many genres very well. Also, can solo and play melodies, if needed.
- Screen name:
- AkilW
- Member since:
- Dec 30 2015
- Active over 1 month ago
- Level of commitment:
- Touring
- Years playing music:
- 40
- Gigs played:
- Over 100
- Tend to practice:
- 2-3 times per week
- Available to gig:
- 4-5 nights a week
Influences
Louis Johnson, Nathan East, Marcus Miller, James Jamerson, Rocco Prestia, Alphonso Johnson, Will Lee, Christian McBride, Verdine White, Nate Phillips, Nate Watts, Larry Graham, Paul Jackson, Bootsy Collins, Stanley Clarke, Tony Levin, Brian Bromberg, Bunny Brunel, Ray Brown, Paul Chambers, etc.
EQUIPMENT
Bass Guitars: MusicMan Sterling 5, Mike Lull M5V, Lakeland 55-94 and Zon Custom 5 fretless
Upright basses: Aria SWB-04 and Chinese solid wood/carved back upright
Amps/speakers: Markbass Mini CMD 121P, Epifani 902c, Epifani UL2-410 and Epifani UL3-210.
Pedals include: EBS, DigiTech, T.C. Electronic and Eventide
