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Upright Citizens

Upright Citizens

By: Reuben Rogers & Bob DeBoo
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Come hang with some effortlessly cool professional jazz bassists who have a lot to say about music, life, and of course...the bass! Great interviews with legendary artists, funny road stories, playing and practicing advice, listening suggestions, and much more await you on your journey with the Upright Citizens.©2024 Open Studio Music
Episodes
  • Do Not Fear Mistakes
    Aug 5 2025

    "Everybody makes "mistakes"...and there's no better way to learn! Join Bob & Reuben on this discussion of what's important to keep in mind when we have things go other than expected..."

    If you like Bass - you're in the right place! Interested in more music and practice advice? Check out Open Studio...where you'll find courses and much more by world-class bassists like Reuben Rogers, Ron Carter, Christian McBride, Bob DeBoo and more. Reach out to the Upright Citizens anytime at uprightcitizenspodcast@gmail.com

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    11 mins
  • Free Association - Bob's Turn
    Jul 1 2025

    "In this episode Reuben mentions three names and has Bob respond on the spot with his thoughts. You'll have to listen to find out who gets mentioned...and to hear what Bob has to say about them!"

    If you like Bass - you're in the right place! Interested in more music and practice advice? Check out Open Studio...where you'll find courses and much more by world-class bassists like Reuben Rogers, Ron Carter, Christian McBride, Bob DeBoo and more. Reach out to the Upright Citizens anytime at uprightcitizenspodcast@gmail.com

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    16 mins
  • Drum & Bass Teams Pt 4
    Jun 3 2025

    "The connection between the bass and the drums is a deep one! In this episode we shine light on two of our favorite teams: Peter Washington/Kenny Washington and Robert Hurst/Jeff Tain Watts. Let's listen together and dig into what makes these teams so great..."

    Peter Washington/Kenny Washington:
    1) Bill Charlap Trio "While We're Young" (Live at the Village Vanguard)
    2) Grant Stewart "Koko" (Downton Sounds)

    Robert Hurst/Jeff 'Tain' Watts:
    1) Wynton Marsalis "Cherokee" (Standard Time Vol. 1)
    2) Branford Marsalis "Wolverine" (Crazy People Music)

    If you like Bass - you're in the right place! Interested in more music and practice advice? Check out Open Studio...where you'll find courses and much more by world-class bassists like Reuben Rogers, Ron Carter, Christian McBride, Bob DeBoo and more. Reach out to the Upright Citizens anytime at uprightcitizenspodcast@gmail.com

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    38 mins
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