Bass Day Jam

[@EarwaveMusic]

Hey there. Dave Pomeroy here... I respectfully request that commenters remember that music is not a competition. All of us who performed that day had lots of love and respect for one another. Our differences make us unique. That is all...

[@mellowinman]

Dave, you all were fantastic, and my favorite part is how well you all complemented each other's playing. VERY NICE!

[@EarwaveMusic]

+E Austin, not necessarily...

[@soeffingwhat]

@@EarwaveMusic Some people just post on here as Trolls in order to goad a negative reaction. Of those there are some who are jealous that they never achieved the success of others yet are narcissistic enough to believe that they are better than anyone else.

[@mv3772]

For sure, and that's is all mister! Brilliant moment.

[@mv3772]

Super drummer too, fantastic solo!!!!!!!

[@EarwaveMusic]

Left to right, it's Dave Pomeroy(me) Billy Sheehan, John Pattitucci, Otiel Burbridge, Reggie Washington and Tony Levin. It was a blast...I am always a little surprised that so many comments want to pick one guy over another. I can tell you that NONE of us were thinking that way, just diggin' each other. Peace to all, DP

[@maiden944]

Not a huge Sheehan fan, but man his solo was deadly!!

[@purplefloyd4224]

I felt the same, such a different tone and style, he deserved that respect from the jazz guys :)

[@percyvolnar8010]

I met Sheehan when I was much younger at a Mr. Big concert. You guys dont understand how awesome and full of life he is. I've yet to meet another human who shines as brightly as he did. Never-mind his incredible bass playing... He and i talked for hours. I met him as a fan of his bass playing, but went away a bigger fan of him, his philosophy and perspective on life. This man pulled me out of darkness!

[@EarwaveMusic]

Hey there all. Dave Pomeroy here, "the guy with the fretless bass". It's certainly been interesting reading all the comments. Just thought I'd mention that onstage that night, there was no sense of competition or one-up-manship. It was all about shared experience and the beauty in all the different styles and interpretations of "the blues". Music isn't meant to be a contest, and I bet that all the players that night would agree. Glad I was there, what a cool day. Peace, Love and Grooves, dp

[@01frugalbassist85]

I'm late to the party, but I love all you guys for your dedication to your craft and making a name for yourselves groovin' the low end.. Your fretless G&L L2000 is a masterpiece of an instrument. Sounds tremendous....

[@Cruiseangel72]

Billy Sheehan ..KILLED IT ! AMAZING! all those bass players i have heard their recordings . but Mr Sheehan stood out there. Very original.

[@percyvolnar8010]

Its not about 'Standing out' or 'being original'... its about enjoying yourself among your peers and providing an experience the audience ( Who paid ) can enjoy. And this is what happened on that stage :)

[@sungyulkim]

Everyone plays great but Billy Sheehan entertains me the most.

[@nikklazz]

I love how Billys sound is sooo different from everybody else's...you can here it so clearly that it's him playing

[@marketingdigital6766]

You don't have to like Billy, just appreciate him when he's working the groove, his every improvisation will always be a spectacle. He is extraordinary!

[@davewallace593]

Billy Sheehan! In time and on the changes! Very refreshing solo!.

[@NoEx-Tech]

First saw this 14years ago. Woke up with the memory of it. Had to rush back to youtube.

[@speakonianjny5004]

Many people clapped for Billy Sheehan.

[@percyvolnar8010]

If bass day 98 was all about 'clapping' then Victor Wooten got the greatest applause that day. If you're an actual bass player, you were in awe of the diversity of great bass players on that stage.

[@RtaniDean]

The drummer is off the planet great. Just wow. ❤

[@EarwaveMusic]

Guys and girls, for the zillionth time I will state the obvious - this was not a CONTEST, it was a COLLABORATION! Mutual Respect was the order of the day ALL AROUND and these "who is better than who" debates serve no purpose other than to distract from the music and the good vibes we had on that day. Give it a rest, please... :)

[@EarwaveMusic]

+E Austin, I hear you. I guess it depends on who you play with/work with. I believe in collaboration, and try to inspire the other players around me, without making anyone feel intimidated. If that's "fake brotherhood bs," then I am guilty. In my opinion, MOST bass players are not competitive with one other, especially compared with guitarists, drummers, and horn players, who seem to revel in the "I'm better than you and you" thing. I'm just sayin'. Have a good day...

[@fordhammie]

I get it boss... Our society must get away from what's better and better and yet better. I was describing two different basses today and my friend asked, which is better? None are better than the other, just different! :)

[@antuantheswan2189]

Stop whining. When there’s a stage full of musicians it’s always about the one who’s going to leave your mouth wide open.

[@EdwinRiveraBajistaElOcio]

Y lo alucinante es que Sheehan es el primero que le arranca un aplauso a la gente, sin desmerecer el trabajo de todos esos bravos, pero es muy encomiable lo que hizo, puso su estilo Bien.

[@Eduard82]

Es porque Sheehan se salió del marco, todos esperaban más o menos de lo mismo que venían escuchando... Y boom

[@TheOwenValentine]

What I enjoyed most about the whole thing was that everyone expressed their musical reaction...It would have been boring for Sheehan to follow up the 500 notes already expressed with 500 more..so he went to colors and dynamics.beautiful!I wish more people got it that you are not supposed to compete but embellish.

[@Dihatiyangluka]

Billy sheehan amazing this is crazy 😢

[@NoEx-Tech]

It's Oct 2024. Today.....First watched this 14years ago.. played it so much that I hum all the bass solos.. I'm here again, humming.... Funny how the sounds got stuck in my head.

[@chanpark7451]

Billy Sheehan Billy Sheehan Billy Sheehan Billy Sheehan !!!!!!

[@ReggWashBass]

DAVE!!! I walked into a WONDERFUL memory that day! I was there because writer Chris Jisi invited me down to check it out & met Oteil while we had lunch. "Get The Funk Out My Face" was a mutual favorite, so we played that! We had fun all rehearsing together. Be safe & Keep the Bottom!

[@nomex8461]

This is so great to see! As a bass player, I appreciate how these musicians from different styles can come together and show how the electric bass is so versatile.

[@Toxeensynth]

That moment of perfect connection and groove between the drummer and Otiel Burbridge @ 2:32 KILLS ME! Unbelieavable

[@jamiecorbett8518]

I play progressive,solo bass and billy sheehan is one of my motivations. but I am inspired and motivated from everyone on that stage. good playing all around.

[@RtaniDean]

All great- but Billy… seriously man- those licks and that TONE… Whoa. They are all masters!!!!! Lovin it. Thank you.

[@base656]

As phenomenal as all of the session/jazz/jazz-fusion guys are here, Billy's solo was much more original in this context. Like I said, as good as the rest of the players are, all of their solos are just that, "good" or "really smooth", and then Sheehan comes along and takes your head off by waking it up.

[@domdecosa]

Excellent playing. It's always great to see people rocking a G&L.

[@mikeyspoon]

@EarwaveMusic Thank you! It seems like every combo performance on youtube becomes a contest for a lot of the folks who comment. Awesome music played by all of you on a beautiful instrument. I have to say Billy Sheehan really caught me by surprise- that solo floors me every time I hear it.

[@BlackMaidenTallica]

They are musicians, flawlessly and emotionally playing the strings of our hearts with their style, philosophy, and influence ;)

[@JoeGibb]

This is simply amazing. Thats quite a feat to organize so many basses together on one song.

[@balazsreti7528]

Epic drum solo right there!

[@manuelergcruz]

Been watching this for the nth time...kudos to Patitucci for being the Artistic Director of Bass Day..I think he's the one responsible for bringing in Sheehan and Tony Levin...talk about variations...YEAH!!

[@GreggOliverBass]

billy sheehan

[@Eiende]

This wasnt a competition, it was a showcase of varied styles. A good musician knows when he should listen and when he should play, thats why they kick back and play minimally while waiting their turn to solo. As a bass player, I appreciate the drummer most. ;^)

[@alanlahay3394]

john pattituci fully understand what is played

[@HTA92ANG]

been looking for this for two years ! thanks a lot

[@joyoalexiusnababan9015]

Billy Sheehan is like machine

[@erwinmaulana4726]

Billy is billy 👏👏👏👏👏

[@davidturkos8502]

Wow, I just found this on the you tube and , the talent recorded here is mind blowing. Dave thank you for show casing this talent pool and, reminding every musician if you feel like your in a rut, inspiration on the internet.

[@konstantinoskal]

Outstanding and...inspiring. Many thanks mr Pomeroy

[@manuelergcruz]

I don't care about the negative comments but it's musically fulfilling to see Billy Sheehan and John Patitucci having a great time together.

[@yesfan951]

All these guys have unique voices, awesome jam!

[@mrbassnj]

I was at this show it was Bass Day 1997. Met all the players, talked, took photos and they were all great stand up guys. In response to one of the posts knocking Billy Sheehan all i have to say just because he may not be technically trained its all about what sounds good to the ears and soul.

[@dhadleyray]

Lots of nice textures here... And mature understatement. Looks like a hoot!

[@Zaul2410]

surprisingly Sheehan had the most honest solo for me,i didn't expect that hands down for sheehan

[@luckybasscat]

どんな時でも、ビリーシーンはいつでもビリーシーンなのが最高にかっこいい

[@stillwaters761]

Excellent jam with incredible personal approach from all players!

[@weeet99]

our amazing player. l love it here!!

[@jerseyanimall]

Billy Sheehan is just being Billy Sheehan. He admitted he doesn't know what these jazz players know but he learns from them. But what made this special is that same fact. These jazz guys were all playing within a certain perimeter. Billy wasn't, he was just straight up jamming and having fun. That is why he kicked ass and got the most applause. The closest was one of my heroes John Pattitucci.

[@jerseyanimall]

@EarwaveMusic I am a bass player myself and I love all of the guys here. I have looked up to each in some manner, incredible musicians. I think people choose sides is because most listen to a certain type of music so they lean that way. I grew up listening to country and gospel, then branched out into jazz then into rock. I love them all and they all have their place in the world and in our hearts as far as I am concerned., please do this again so I can be there to see you all play.

[@davec629]

@EarwaveMusic You go Dave! Your a bass treasure and your BP articles are always appreciated.

[@mamas2006]

Billy killed it all

[@emiliopalazzolo894]

Dave, you are the man!

[@Nickizang]

Yeah great LIVE i need watching full concert

[@slxturbo1639]

Billy sheehan is monster

[@dylancornett]

My favorites are for sure Billy Sheehan and John Pattitucci.

[@homersimpson8561]

The guy on the chapman stick is Tony Levin. He's not embarrassed, he's just humble. He's a really good bassist. He was in King Crimson and recorded an album with Pink Floyd after Roger Waters left.

[@stiktrik]

maybe, if you feel like it...:) but, on Billy Sheehan website, he say John Pattituci is a GENIUS (and Nathan East is incredible)

[@supadupahilton6848]

Man, if you're outplayin LEVIN that's something! Sheehan is 'Da Man'!! Oteil Burbridge was also ridiculous!

[@DeathCubeK400]

most amaing video ive seen in a while!

[@vatolococrip32]

you were feeling that bass line awesome sound

[@chewyflea]

Man Pttitucci has grown so much as a player since this

[@manuelergcruz]

Can't believe I'm seeing John Patitucci and Billy Sheehan jamming together. With Tony Levin on the Chapman Stick playing a classic jazz piece. It's like Dream Theater jams with Corea's Elektric Band on King Crimson's garage.

[@manny1406eb]

Incredible!!! wow! inspiring!

[@ozanfauzanbass1035]

billy sheehan 👍👍👏👏🙌🙌

[@HK271]

i love how everyones doing all this smooth jazz groove sorta thing, than billy dives into an experimental rock sorta thing, then tony just goes crazy advanced weird with his chapman stick. those two and pattitucci are my faves

[@RicardoZarateOnBass]

Todos son unos maestros, cada uno maneja el Jazz excelente pero el mérito de Billy Sheehan aquí es que teniendo otro estilo y otros recursos muy diferentes al de los demás haya podido llegar a resolver y crear una improvisación muy buena, definitivamente para nada jazz pero dentro de su estilo transmite mucho al igual que los otros, la gente lo siente y por eso le aplauden más que a los demás. Excelente Billy Sheehan!!!

[@9999pat9999]

billy is the best. no one can play like him

[@BassmrDK]

Why is everyone so hyped about Billy? They're all great and unique!

[@manuelergcruz]

I don't care about all the negative comments. It's musically fulfilling to see Sheehan and Patitucci having a great time jamming together. Especially the part at 4:35-36 where Patitucci pointed at Sheehan telling him "hey it's your turn, show 'em what you got" ...YEAH!!

[@thinears]

Man you looked really into it, I love it.

[@jopmota]

I know, I know... I am a Mr. Big fan and all but, man, Billy Sheehan blows my mind every time.

[@BlackMaidenTallica]

about 130 bpm slower than original, but grooves like heck. Go Sheehan! Lover of all musics (prog, jazz, blues, classical, metal, classic rock, funk) here and Billy is by far the most interesting and dynamic/entertaining/serving bassist. This IS about solos, so all who insult Billy pretty much are just jealous of his technical skill and flair.

[@buefyYT]

Sheehan did exactly what I expected of him. He's mainly a heavier player who can improvise well. He's inputting his own style into it instead of doing something he CAN'T.

[@jazzbassist]

I loved Levin's solo too, the triplet feel he added to it

[@SilenceOfTheLozenge]

@EarwaveMusic Just want to say, you can groove it hard. Thanks for uploading some inspirational material for rank amateurs as myself to aspire to.

[@BottiNez]

awesome

[@mottaandrenalex]

Billy Sheehan yea!!!!!

[@johnf.hebert1409]

I wanna know where Oteil got that BIG STRAP! That thing looks sooo comfortable!

[@spynae]

Also, the people saying "Billy Sheehan did the best out of all of them!!!111" seem to not notice the fact that, except for his solo and the end, Billy had the volume on his bass down pretty much all the way through. I'm not saying Billy's a bad bassist (he's one of my favorite), but as a bassist, I can assure you that, when we turn the volume down, we have no fucking clue what we're supposed to be doing in the situation we're in.

[@jazzbassist]

Really liked Tony Levin's bass solo. pretty unique sound.

[@mrbassnj]

Billy Sheehan is a hard rock player in a jazz tune doing what he does best. Billy rocked it and Dave Pomeroy was smooth as silk on the fretless by far the two i enjoyed most that day and they sounded like they were saying something on the bass instead of just noodling.

[@yuenyen92]

billy just SHINE among them

[@ksmit]

this whole thing goes to prove that it's not about notes per second, but personality, tone, and feel. Although I feel that Oteil Burbridge is the best bass player here (listen to "In a perfect world" by ARU), Sheehan (although he's a rock bassist) totally took top honors with a tasteful, unique solo and got the audience's stamp of approval. I dug it too...

[@pcgmigueld]

Excelente Ejecución

[@lexusmaxus]

Now that's what I call a jam

[@gilvan740]

só as feras do baixo

[@jimmyEADG]

i would love to have a jam with like 5 other bass players and a drummer. would be soooooo much fun!!!!!!

[@BassmrDK]

I just became your biggest fan!

[@DarrenT777]

the man sheehan does it again

[@Rheems1]

This is one of the greatest video series there ever was, I highly, highly recommend Dave Pomeroy's video as well as Billy Sheehan. This series it even better because that prune head Mike Rhoades wasn't invited!!!

[@Asgard222]

Fretless guy was awesome!

[@GidsyWidsy]

john pattitucci is a beast :3

[@spynae]

One thing's for sure; you sure as hell couldn't get this many guitarists together and get something this cohesive.

[@vjekogecek]

Billy the King🎸

[@erikerfinanto]

I came because of Billy Sheehan

[@jazzbassist]

Truth be told I've only heard of Levin and Pattitucci.

[@bassfreak74]

pattitucci and sheehan had the best solos

[@Warsel]

@sebajo82 absolutely agree - Billy really had the most memorable solo here.

[@axetu]

I would bet the guy sweating this gig the most was Sheehan. I talked with one of his friends and admirers years ago, a guy that toured on bass with Maynard Ferguson. When the subject came up he mentioned how good Sheehan was, especially his work with Talas. And i said yeah, but what would happen if he had to step on stage with Maynard Ferguson? He replied, its not his style. Well, this video is evidence of that. Dont mean to take anything away from Sheehans well documented right hand, speed, and successful career

[@legacy92tw]

genial! buena conclusion!