Top Upright Bass Players for hire

I love getting the right tone and the right part for your songs with the experience I've gained over the years playing and recording in countless projects playing various genres. Contact me and let's talk!

American Idol House Band 2018-2023/Miley Cyrus/Melissa Etheridge/Enrique Iglesias/Leonard Cohen/Shakira/Nikka Costa/Liz Pair/Billy Currington/Sara Bareilles/Scary Pockets.....

Former signed freelance bassist available for your track. I can play delicately, or be as heavy handed as you need. I consider myself a curator of vintage tone but adore experimenting and pushing beyond what normal bounds of western music has to offer. Clean DI, Vintage amps, Modern HiFi Distortion, Synthish Under Layers. Anything you'd like.

A career bass player and mix engineer who has played and mixed everything from jazz to musical theatre.

Joe Dickey is an electric & upright bassist living in Nashville. He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro with a music performance degree in jazz studies. Dickey has performed and recorded with artists including Jo Dee Messina, Kacey Musgraves, Jana Kramer, Mason Ramsey, Delfeayo Marsalis, and Sons of Bill among others.

NYC based Bass Player. I have years of experience playing live and in the studio. I specialize in World Music. Mostly Indian, Latin and Asian Music. I acquired my skills while playing with amazing international artists like RINI (India), Simona Smirnova (Lithuania), Gary Shaw(Taiwan), Shakithi (India) etc.

Toured, Written and Recorded with Grammy Award Winning artists, Charlie Fowler is a Musical Director/Musician specialising in Electric, Upright and Synth Bass

I have played many basses for many artists and offer a fully professional recording service for electric and acoustic bass. Credits include: David Gray, Talk Talk, Fairground Attraction, Brian Eno, Michael Jackson, Peggy Seeger. I also collaborate with writing and production and mix in Protools.

Professionalism and client satisfaction comes first. I can read music, improvise, and learn music by ear, so I'm happy to work with whatever you provide me with. As a mixing engineer, I work quickly and strive to fulfill the artists vision of the song.

Dedicated to the art of groove. I provide quality tasteful bass tracks. I'm looking forward to hearing your music and being a part of your project.

I have been a member of Steve Earle and The Dukes, and the Chris Robinson Brotherhood, toured and recorded with Rufus Wainwright for a decade and recently played on the 2021 Latin Grammy winning Album "El Pozo Brilliante" by Vicentico. I Produce and Mix from my upstate home studio and GB's Juke Joint in Long Island City NY.

I am a professional session bass guitar & upright bass player. I have experience in creating bass lines to various styles of music. Check out my gig if you need an amazing bass riff/solo/part to your song.

Having worked with Taj Mahal, Derek Trucks, Eric Krasno, Lettuce, and the London Souls, Stu Mahan is a bass player’s bass player. With one of the deepest pockets around, he gives every song what it needs to both lay the foundation and brings life to every feel. In addition to his superb bass playing, he mixes songs from his studio in Maine.

I am a session bass player who does studio work as well as live performance. Crafting lines that compliment a song and gives the track life is my goal, and I strive to make your song the best that it can be. Whether it's top 40, Country, Indie, Funk, R&B, EDM, Metal or Jazz, I can give your song the strong foundation you are looking for!

With more than 30 years experience as a Classical, Jazz, Latin, and almost all of the genres included in the spectrum of popular music, my background as a Double Bass and Electric Bass player will add the special touch and groove that only the bass can give to your song. As a Cuban musician I can provide your song with that special latin flavor.

Declan Mckenna, Jade Bird, Mystery Jets, Tummyache, Laura Fell, Chris Hyson, Mahalia, Ward Thomas, Megan McKenna, Hannah Grace, National Youth Jazz Orchestra

Versatile session musician wanting to help achieve musical goals. Love simple but groovy lines.

NYC-based Bass, Chapman Stick and U8 Touch Guitar instrumentalist. 2022 release of Peter Gabriel reimagining project - Through The Wire. 2020 Contributed NS Upright, Chapman Stick & keys to Pat Mastelotto's 'A Romantic's Guide To King Crimson'.

Electric and double bass services from experienced live and studio bassist. Credits include: UK No1 albums 'Singing to Strangers' & 'Europiana' Jack Savoretti. Live performances with Nile Rodgers, Jack Savoretti, Cortes, Alex Hepburn, Florrie, Hudson Taylor, Lily Moore, Gizmo Varillas and alongside the BBC concert orchestra at Proms in the park.

Low Frequency Love Unlimited! Bass player and producer with extensive touring credits including Gotye, Hamilton and Tortured Soul. Equally comfortable plucking a P-bass, picking a Hofner, thumping an upright or dialing a synth bass tone. Berklee graduated but New York City educated.

Hello! My name is Kaylee and I am a professional bassist based in Nashville, TN.

Session bass guitar and double bass player based in London U.K, recording professionally almost on a daily basis from my home studio covering a wide array of music styles and lucky enough to be often hired by artists and productions to record in the most legendary U.K. studios (Abbey Road, RAK, Metropolis, Fish Factory, Fiction, etc.)

I am a studied jazz bass player and songwriter based in south germany. You can hire me as an electric and double bass player for studio sessions or gigs of all genre from pop to classic. I can help you arrange your song for choir, strings, horns, small bands or big band.

Stefano Fanini is an Italian bass player. Over thirty-five years of musical activity (live and studio). Hundreds of songs recorded in the studio. He has performed in important events together with musicians of undisputed level. If you want a "great" bass track in your music production ... contact me!

Session bass player, mixer and producer living in Stockholm. Playing most genres on both electric, upright and fretless bass as well as moog bass and the occasional guitar and keyboard.

Studied bass player who works as a touring musician and crafts warm beats with creative basslines as a producer.

20+ years of experience performing and recording with artists such as The Crusaders, Christopher Cross and David Benoit, for movie and tv soundtracks like Old School and Baywatch and six solo albums. I enjoy finding the perfect sound whether it is vintage or modern, and crafting supportive basslines that enhance the song.

Hi, My name is Fredrik Jonsson and I am a session bassplayer from Stockholm, Sweden. I've been playing for over 35 years and I´ve been tracking bass on top-selling albums for over 20 years including artists like James Ingram, Omar Hakim, Jojje Wadenius (Luther Vandross, Steely Dan, Blood, Sweat & Tears), Lisa Nilsson and Tommy Körberg.

Pro NYC bass player, bassist for Mike Stern, Julieta Rada, Jelly Club, Mei Semones. Gigs including Pedrito Martinez, Paquito D'Rivera, Miguel Zenon, Bob Francescini, Sean Wayland, Danny Rivera. I've also recorded for the Amazon Prime TV show "Club Mundo Kids". I have a Master's of music with a summa cum laude from Berklee College of Music.

Musicians Institute Associate of Arts Music Performance Bass/Independent Artist - 2014 Specializing in Electric, Key, and Upright Bass. Additional skills include, programmed/live drum tracks, lyric writing and editing, vocal performance and producing.

"Tasty" bass player with 15+ years of professional experience in the music industry both touring and recording all genres and styles. I am here to Serve the Song and add Feel and Groove to your recording

Seven years of professional bass playing both in the studio and live all over the world!

Dan is a busy studio and West End musician from London UK. He has recorded in top studios including Abbey Road and currently plays for Hamilton, The Book Of Mormon, Mamma Mia, Moulin Rouge and Abba Voyage in London as well as gigging with a number of artists. Now offering high quality electric and double bass tracks with a 24 hour turnaround.

Groove and creativity!

Music is sacred, hence always play for the song ... I move people with what I do hence only the best will suffice ...

Musician, bassist and composer, I studied Jazz and modern music at Conservatori del Liceu (Barcelona - Spain). I released three solo albums called "Maniquíes" (2018) “19 pasos” (2021) and “Fuerza” (2023) works that starts from the premise of carrying out a dialogue between jazz, electronic music and traditional Colombian music.

Bassist with 25 years of recording and performing experience currently in LA. Lauryn Hill, Chrissie Hynde, Angels and Airwaves, Taking Back Sunday, Glassjaw, All American Rejects, Patrick Stump, Butterscotch, The Greatest Showman,The Electric Company... I'd love to collaborate with you and make your project exactly what you want it to be!

Latin Grammy Award Winner and various nominees. Over 20 years of experience in recording, producing and mixing. I want to help you make awesome music.

Jordan Chavous is a Jersey based, freelance bass player. Since graduating from Eastern University in 2015, Jordan has gone on to perform around the country and be featured on various recording projects. Additionally, Jordan is the host and creator of the podcast, Convos with Jordan Chavous, not streaming on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

I am a live/session upright and electric bassist and producer with expertise in every genre including jazz, r&b, soul, funk, gospel, pop, rock and country. Quick turnaround time / Remote recording setup / Ready to bring your music to life. Let's work!

Subtle or in your face, the bass can make or break your tracks!

Musico de Sesion Profesional!!! Grabo Bajos y Contrabajos.

Bass player for Delta Rae and several Nashville based singer-songwriters. I love playing music with new people. My playing instinct is to serve and support the song as best I can. I like a deep pocket and to sprinkle in some flavor when it is appropriate. I play Electric, Upright, Acoustic, and moog bass.

Versatile electric and double bassist with mad Pro Tools chops to boot. Also proficient in Ableton, Logic, and Cubase.

If you need bass in your music, call me! Eletric bass, fretless and upright. I've played and recorded with Maria Bethânia, João Bosco, Matt Bianco, Ricardo Silveira, Joyce Moreno, Leila Pinheiro, Gal Costa, Ney Matogrosso, Milton Nascimento, Simone, Ana Carolina,Gilberto Gil, Lenine,Gilson Peranzetta, Daniel Boaventura, Roberto Menescal and others.

Are you looking for a bassline that cuts through the mix and sounds organic in your song? Then look no further! I will play and record that perfect bassline for your track. I have toured Chile, Scotland, Spain and the Netherlands, and recorded with different artists. Drop me a message about your project!

Session bassist with over 30 year professional playing experience specialising in playing what's right for your songs with tone and feel. Classic and contemporary. Electric and upright bass. Old skool roots, soul, classic rock, blues and Pop etc.

Electric and acoustic bass player. Real pro experience. Nice basslines for your nice song... Contact me and talk!!!

I am a brazilian electric and acoustic bass player. I have played with Milton Nascimento, Jobim´s family (for 15 years), Martnalia (for 7 years) and many others famous artists from Brazil. I play various styles including jazz, pop, samba, bossa nova, baião, samba jazz and others. I am ready to hear from you the sound you need for your recording.

Hi! I'm a well experienced pro bassplayer since 20+ years, plays electric/upright, with great sound and taste for hire. From exploring vague ideas to reading charts. All styles including bowed upright. Also do Mastering engineering if you need it.

3 Grammy winner, over 3000 songs recorded (Electric bass, doublebass and baby bass), 15 grammy nominations. I have my own studio based in Medellín - Colombia.

Bass player for many Latin groups in Colombia and Brazil for the last 10 years. Ready to record electric, upright, fretless or baby bass (for salsa). Live performances with Mauro Castillo, Charlie Cardona, Manolo Lezcano, Nelson Faria, Jósean Log, playing different styles of music from Latin America like salsa, Brazilian music, pop, latin jazz.

Latin Grammy Nominated session bass player (electric and acoustic upright), 20+ years of live and studio experience. Music sight reading, chord charts, etc. Drum Programming.

Do you need some bottom end on your track? I got you covered. With 25+ years of playing experience I know exactly what groove to lay down to whatever you may give me. Simple or complex or anything in between, I’m down:)

Recording and live playing in TV shows and all Musical acts for 20 years “Mamma mia” “west side story” 15 years principal Bass payer on the “Israeli revolution Orchestra” along side with top pop and rock artists. I will record and create the perfect Bass line for your song! At any desire style or vibe.

Pro-level, been performing recording for 48 years professionally. Multiple music genres (including Cuban, Brazilian). Session player on Grammy-winning recordings.

top bass playing - top productions

I love going the distance to find the perfect bass part and tone for a project. Whether it be 4, 5, 6-string, upright, fretless, or synth bass - with vibes ranging from old-school to outer space - let's bring your project to life!

bassplayer for „the voice of germany“. worked with: Joss Stone, Rita Ora, Eminem, Kylie Minogue, Joe Cocker, Michael Bublé, Charlie Winston, Jamie Cullum, Gregory Porter, Joy Denalane, Maxim and many many more.

Bassist for Shawn Mendes - modern bass parts for your next project.

Hi! My name is Fede Salgado, I´m an Argentine Upright and Electric Bassist located in Barcelona. I've been a freelance musician for over 15 years playing and recording in different parts of the world, Spain, France, Portugal, Japan, Argentina, Colombia and many others.

I've been working with the greatest artists in Brazil as a bass player and music producer for the last 22 years! There are many years of experience as a session musician, music producer and a studio guy! Certainly versatility is my goal and Some outstanding credits go to: Djavan, Milton Nascimento, Caetano Veloso, Gilberto Gil, Seu Jorge, Ivan Lins

A line for for song.

Working closely with you I'll send you over a tailor-made bass recording for your song! Multiple un-edited and un-processed takes transferred to you quickly.