Eric Bootow, the creator of the Punk Rock Bass Players Community shares his journey as a bass player Fourth In Line, Jugheads Revenge and creating PRBP, an online community for punk rock bass players to communicate, trade gigs and support one another. In this conversation, Donivan and Eric delve into their experiences growing up in the punk rock scene, discuss the influence of iconic musicians, the impact of family on their musical journeys, and the challenges of youth culture, including violence and conflict. The two explore the creation of a supportive community for bass players, highlighting the importance of positivity and connection in the larger music world. The dialogue highlights the power of music to inspire and unite individuals, showcasing the vibrant community that has emerged around their shared passion.

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• Punk Rock Bass Players Community
• Fourth in Line
• Metallica
• Anthrax
• Suicidal Tendencies
• Bauhaus
• The Cure
• Black Flag
• Iron Maiden
• Guns N' Roses
• Motley Crue
• Slayer
• Duff McKagan
• Rickenbacker
• Dead Kennedys
• Doa
• The Damned
• The Adolescents
• Social Distortion
• Face to Face
• Guttermouth
• Voodoo Glow Skulls
• The Bronx
• Queens of the Stone Age
• Municipal Waste
• Dwarves
• No Means No
• Carl Alvarez
• James Jamerson
• J.J.
• Pink Floyd

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