Guitar and Bass Conversations

Jazz Guitar Today's Bob Bakert talks to Brad Tolinski and Chris Gill about their new book, Blow By Blow, The Jeff Beck Story.
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Guitarist David Becker talks to JGT's Bob Bakert about his latest project, Planets 2026.
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Giuseppe Continenza is widely regarded as one of the most active and respected guitarists on the Italian and European jazz scene. He began his musical studies with classical training at the Academy in Pescara, Italy, before continuing his jazz education at the renowned Musicians Institute in Hollywood, California. Based in Pescara, he performs regularly alongside Biréli Lagrène and continues to build an international reputation through his concerts, recordings, and teaching activity.
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Originally from Panama, bassist Alex Blake arrived in the United States at a young age and, under the guidance of his father, found his lifelong voice in the bass. What began as an early immersion in Latin music grew into a career that has now spanned more than 45 years of exploration, evolution, and excellence.
As opportunities expanded, so did Blake’s musical reach. His journey has taken him across countless genres, collaborating with a remarkable list of world-class musicians, far too many to name here. Today, he stands as a formidable presence in the fusion scene, known for both his unmistakable sound and deep musicality.
Join us as Alex Blake shares the story of his musical journey, breaks down how he crafts his signature tone, and looks ahead to what the future holds.
This interview first appeared in Bass Musician Magazine in March 2026
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Since 2012, Tom Doyle has been holding down the low end for UK alt-rock heavyweights Don Broco, helping to shape the band’s groove-driven, genre-blurring sound into one of the most distinctive in modern British rock. With thunderous tone, razor-sharp precision, and an instinct for hooks that hit just as hard as the riffs, Doyle has become a crucial force behind the band’s ever-evolving sonic identity.
As Don Broco gear up to unleash their highly anticipated new album, Nightmare Tripping, this feels like the perfect moment to dive into the mind of the man anchoring the chaos. From his musical roots and influences to the gear and techniques that craft his signature sound, Doyle opens up about the journey so far and what lies ahead.
This interview first appeared in Bass Musician Magazine in March 2026
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