Jared Hopkins on SoundBetter

70’s Rock, Funk, and Soul bass.

Hi!

Take a listen to some examples of my work, and see if I could be a good fit for playing bass on your next project.

My strengths are the 70's rock, soul, and funk sound. I strive to capture an analog feel and make something that sounds real and organic. My commitment to you will be that communication will be clear and concise, I will be easy to work with, and your song and stems will be delivered clear and organized. No flubbin’.

I play bass, piano, acoustic and electric guitar, and arrange drums and strings.

Send me an email through 'Contact' button above and I'll get back to you asap.

6 Reviews

Endorse Jared Hopkins

by Gideon Juckes
Verified (Client)
It was an absolute pleasure recording for Jared. He had a very clear idea of what he was looking for and had demos and tracks ready to go. As a result, I was able to provide a recording for him quickly. I hope we get to work together again soon.
by Flutist & woodwind specialist
Verified (Client)
Jared was great to work with, clear communication and well designed project. I would definitely recommend!
by Victoria Racedo [Veck]
Verified (Client)
Jared was great to work with! He was super clear, attentive and communicative with what he needed. It would be a pleasure to work with him again!
by Nik Hughes
Verified (Client)
Jared was a pleasure to work with! He was super clear with his direction and references, and quick to communicate as we bounced ideas back and forth. He is a great musician and songwriter and I recommend him highly!
by Nathaniel Wolkstein
Verified (Client)
Jared is a pleasure to work with. Great writing and production and a very kind collaborator. Thank you!
by Zero
I’ve worked with Jared professionally in the past and every time we’ve worked on something together, you get nothing less than 100% from him for the project. If you’re looking for someone to care as much about your project as you do, you’ve found the right guy

Interview with Jared Hopkins

Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Well, I really enjoy analog, a lot of my inspirations are old 60s and 70's bands, so obviously they're all analog. That being said, the workflow of digital is just so much easier. And I use a lot of digital analog plugins, so maybe I'm just a poser analog lover....... either way.... ANALOG!
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: Nathaniel Wolkstein is a pro among pro's. So if you have string needs, go to this man.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: I LOVE reference. If you can provide me with examples of what you’re going for we’ll be friends forever. I feel like most dissatisfaction between clients and artists originates from a lapse of communication and assumptions. Let’s talk it out good up front
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: A good nights sleep seems to crack even the most crippling writers block. No breakthroughs happened at 5:23AM. Go to bed.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Right now I’m listening through Funkadelic, and spending a lot of time in Maggot Brain. I practice bass to a lot of James Brown, and listen recently have been on a Lemon Twigs kick.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Right now I’m listening through Funkadelic, and spending a lot of time in Maggot Brain. I practice bass to a lot of James Brown, and listen recently have been on a Lemon Twigs kick.