Ricky Bakken

Bass Player

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I have been playing bass for 20 years, my influences are in R&B, Funk, Rock, and Pop but as a bass player I am fluent in many genres. I have been a freelance touring, and session bass player in Los Angeles for the past decade. I have been doing this professionally for a long time but continue to grow with every new project and that’s what I love.

I am originally from Seattle, but currently reside in Los Angeles. I am 32 years old and have been playing bass for most of my life, it’s what I love most! I attended Berklee College of Music and studied bass performance. I currently play with a few different artists: JMSN, Gunnar, John K, and Tara Beier. I am available for tours, local shows, and recording remotely, and in person. I sing backgrounds and I also play upright bass, and synth bass. I hope to work with as many new artists this year as I can!

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Languages

  • English
GenresSounds Like
  • Erykah Badu
  • Beck
Gear Highlights
  • Fender 1962 P bass
  • Noble DI
  • Aguilar amp
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