Upright Citizens The John Patitucci Interview
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Jul 23, 2024 
Bass legend John Patitucci joins the Upright Citizens for their 100th episode. They discuss topics like bass playing challenges, influences, synth sounds on bass, Instagram reels advice, childhood football memories, and mental health in the NFL.
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Bass As A Lifelong Commitment
- John Patitucci treats electric and upright as equally important instruments that inform each other.
- He calls the bass a "life sentence" and says continuous shedding is essential even at age 65.
Trust Your Intuition On Tempo
- Listen to the band and be willing to adjust tempo by a click or two if the song feels better.
- Use intuition to guide musical choices and communicate changes to the group when needed.
Rhythm Breathes Life Into Lines
- Patitucci values both tradition and personal expression when improvising on bass.
- He argues rhythm animates notes and bassline construction provides the architecture for great grooves.