[BMG Series] Episode 2: Naoki Kobayashi - A Guide to His Four Beloved Instruments and Pedalboard!
“BMG (Behind the Masterful Groove) ” Series
Episode 2: Naoki Kobayashi
In this "BMG" series, we uncover the behind-the-scenes stories of bassists who are prominent in the session world.
In the second episode, we feature Naoki Kobayashi, who has played as a supporting bassist for artists such as Fujii Kaze, Frui Riho, Ado, Yaffle, Nariaki Obukuro, adieu, and WurtS!
He discusses his favorite basses and effect pedals.
●Profile
Naoki Kobayashi
Born in 1990 in Shizuoka. He was exposed to the piano from a young age and began teaching himself bass during junior high school while in a brass band. He moved to Tokyo for university, where he won an Outstanding Soloist Award at a national big band jazz competition. After graduation, he has participated in various live performances and recordings. His main support work includes artists like Fujii Kaze, Frui Riho, Ado, Yaffle, Nariaki Obukuro, adieu, and WurtS.
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▼ The August 2024 issue (SUMMER) of Bass Magazine features an interview with Naoki Kobayashi, where he talks about his journey as a bassist and his playing philosophy. Don’t miss it!
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・00:00〜 Opening
・00:15〜 Ken Smith / Black Tiger Elite
・02:14〜 Brubaker Guitars / JXB-USA-5
・04:08〜 Fender / 1964 Jazz Bass
・05:43〜 Fender / 1976 Jazz Bass
・07:22〜 Pedalboard
■ Interview: Shutaro Tsujimoto (Bass Magazine)
■ Video Filming & Editing: Kazuma Kobayashi
■ Pedalboard Photography: Chika Suzuki
■ Logo Design: Tako Yamamoto
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https://bassmagazine.jp/special/20240...