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Nathan East: Basslines, Brotherhood, and the Songs You Know by Heart

Feb 5, 2026 ยท 1h 51m

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Intro: Recent sessions and New Year's in the Bahamas New album details and 40-year friendship with Nathan East Early career: Meeting Lionel Richie and David Foster Family history and the wedding song story Growing up in San Diego and discovering the bass Personality traits and the importance of respect Navigating the LA music scene and early struggles Working with Barry White and writing songs Songwriting advice and work ethic Recording 'Against All Odds' with Phil Collins Collaborations with Rod Stewart and other artists Session work with Eric Clapton and Al Jarreau Memories of the 80s studio era and Michael Jackson Reflections on the changing music industry Rapid fire questions and instrument preferences The Stevie Ray Vaughan helicopter crash and near-death Balancing family life with a touring career Son's musical journey and family performances The Hammond B3 story and community spirit Closing thoughts, gifts, and farewell
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