Podcast Episodes

194-The Darkglass Anagram: Worth the Hype?

Is the Darkglass Anagram really worth the hype? In this episode, Scott and Ian dive into the new analog multi-effects unit and pit it against the ever-popular HX Stomp. Could this be the gear that fi…

Published on 3 months, 1 week ago

Live Q&A - All your questions answered about our biggest program

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In this episode, Scott and Ian host a live Q&A to answer your most important questions about the Academy’s flagship 12-month pr…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

193 - My new program: everything you need to know

What makes a bassist go from stuck and second-guessing… to confident, creative, and finally sounding like themselves? In this episode, Scott and Ian dive into that exact question—sharing stories from…

Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago

192- I dismissed Pino Palladino (The Truth)

Ever look back and cringe at your early bass choices? Scott and Ian swap stories about the mistakes they made chasing speed and flash — including the time they dismissed players like Pino Palladino, …

Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago

190- The Dark Side of YouTube

Scott and Ian get real about the ups and downs of learning music on YouTube. It’s one of the most powerful tools available to musicians today, but it also comes with some serious pitfalls. From confu…

Published on 4 months ago

189- I took a lesson from a LEGEND (and was disappointed)

Music theory gets thrown around a lot—but what does it really mean? In this episode, Scott and Ian break down why the term is often too broad to be helpful, sharing stories from their own journeys (i…

Published on 4 months, 1 week ago

188- OK. Let’s talk about Giacomo Turra… and the bigger questions behind the controversy.

Scott and Ian dive into the recent firestorm around guitarist Giacomo Turra—from miming and monetizing others’ solos to what it really means to be a musician on social media today.
But this isn’t just…

Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago

187- Why MOST bassists are DOOMED :(

Scott and Ian dig into 12 common (and surprisingly relatable) reasons bassists hit a wall—and spoiler: it’s not just about not practicing. This episode gets honest (in a good way), with plenty of ins…

Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago

186- Rating 10 GREATEST Bass Lines of ALL TIME (according to WatchMojo)

Scott and Ian take on WatchMojo’s list of the 10 Greatest Bass Lines of All Time—do they live up to the hype or fall flat? From feel and pocket to creativity, tone, and those unforgettable hooks, the…

Published on 5 months ago

185 - Rex Brown: The BONECRUSHING bass lines of Pantera

What makes a bass line cut through in a heavy band like Pantera? In this episode, Ian Allison sits down with Rex Brown to find out. Rex walks us through a few of his most iconic lines—including the g…

Published on 5 months, 2 weeks ago