MrBassLines is widely considered to be the Dean of Vocal Basses in the Music Industry. yes - THAT MrBassLines.
He can be heard on iconic National Commercial Campaigns i.e., "I want my" Baby Back Ribs, Goldfish, on scores of Hit TV shows GLEE, The LionGuard & 100+Films. He is a founding member of a 10-time Grammy Award winning acapella Supergroup. He's also been featured on hundreds of Sound Recordings with dozens of Luminaries from Michael Jackson, to Al Jarreau, Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Patti LaBelle, James Taylor, Whitney Houston.
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15 Reviews - 3 Repeat Clients
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check_circleVerifiedHe’s the real deal. Fast professional, and very good work. Real basses don’t grow on trees, especially real good basses. A pleasure to work with.
check_circleVerifiedAlvin will execute your part with phenomenal attention to detail, tone, and EXCELLENT artistic taste of his own. Whatever track you send him, he "gets" it: interpreting whatever you send him with enthusiasm and a genuine grasp of the nuances that make the track's style work. 10/10 will hire again!
check_circleVerifiedWhen I found Mr. BassLines and I went to explore his work, I searched no more! By seeing his achievements we knew that everyone is calling him! Yet, he was so humble, so prompt, so thorough that he made us feel he was one of our team members!! When we got his vocal files we were literally blown away!! In fact our in-house drummer got so moved he wanted to redo the entire drum tracks to suit the magic Mr. BassLines brought to take our song to the next level!! An A+ Pro! A gift to us all!
check_circleVerifiedMr.BassLines brought such fire to my project! Making me so fired up to hear my own song. Excellent communication and delivered above and beyond what I asked for.
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Highly recommended!!! Took my project and gave it so much life and I will be coming back for more collaboration.
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Mr. BassLines delivered the goods way over our expectations! Wow!
Had a “Jaw Dropping” experience from the beginning to end! He’s got a wide range of vocal skills that will amaze and surprise!
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Total Pro. Can can the words of the paper and has an excellent charismatic and warm voice.
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Mr. Basslines is a world class bass/baritone with incredible tone and musicality. Very responsive and friendly and brought my track to a level above what I was expecting. Would strongly recommend!
check_circleVerified"Mr. Bass Line" is an outstanding singer and a great person. He has an amazing voice with attention to detail. It´s been a pleasure working with him again. Highly recommended.
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Again a great job!!! Very nice contact!
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It was really a pleasure to work with Mr. BassLines. Nice communicator, delievering top quality with emotional Impact. Highly recommended!!!
check_circleVerifiedfirsttime working together but I will be back again and again amazing work - quick turn and tremendous vocals!
Absolutely phenomenal professionalism, very clear communication throughout, and of course, spot-on performances with great pitch, tone, everything. WORLD CLASS bass vocalist! Super thankful to work with him and will definitely have more stuff for him in the future!
If you want you recordings to sound out of this world, this is the guy you want because he's not from this planet... There is no other guy you want for basslines, than BassLines! There's a reason he has multiple awards... You've heard his voice in tons of things, so he's already subconsciously in your head. Boom! Super fun, super cool and just a great guy to be around! Glad to call him friend!
I have known/worked with BassLines for well over 5 years. His vocal acumen, wealth of knowledge and experience makes him second to none in his craft. If you're looking for a pristine bass/baritone vocal, voice-over, or vocal arrangements look no further. In fact, I guarantee you've heard his voice on some of your favorite national commercials, blockbuster films, or network animation series.
Interview with Mr.BassLines
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: Your tracks will be exponentially better with me anchoring it.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: Do you have your ideas fleshed out, are you open to suggestions? when can you get me the tracks?
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: Been singing acapella bass for 32 years. Back before Auto-tune and digital recorders. I worked hard at becoming the best at what I do and I take pride in maintaining that professionalism.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Run don't walk. I'm worth it.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Nuanced and memorable.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: Jill Scott...Why?-are you kidding?
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Don't obsess-there are other ideas and opportunities up ahead.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Jazz in Small groups, Choral music on Film Scores, solo vocals on Commercials and other specific projects.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Staying focused on the big picture and dependability.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: Soul, innovation, musical taste and vocal excellence.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: Audition the downloaded .mp3 and preview it for ideas or issues needing to be addressed ahead of time. Download the tracks and sync my vocals to it. Send back a preview demo of my ideas. Upon approval and receipt of invoice upload the finished tracks back to the client.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I have a very clean and efficient Vocal chain. I have Revelation, Neumann, Song C800g microphones among others running through a Custom Made Black Box Pre-amp. The signal flows eq-free thru my Fast Track Ultra interface. I have the identical Mac ProTools 10.3.10 DAW Set-up in both my Home and Road Studios. Allowing me to work worldwide at a moment's notice.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: I am blessed to work with the finest Composers, Musicians, and Singers in the industry today. You name them and I have worked with them. Marcus Miller, Chris Willis, David Foster, John Williams, BabyFace, Terry Lewis, Mark Kibble etc.,
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Vocal Bass Session Singing-on Sound Recording, Commercial, TV or Film projects.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: USB Microphone, Laptop one helluva WIFI router and One obscenely bedecked raft and a Satellite phone.
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I am the Voice of Goldfish Crackers. I beat out Hundreds of people and trusted in the Lord. He is the source...as long as I remember that, I don't get that stressed out.
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: A Disney TV Show
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: Jarrett Johnson.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Digital. I like the analog warmth, but it's not very 2017. Can't beat the convenience of 1's and 0's.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: Anybody can do it....umm not so much.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Meeting people and never knowing what today's project will be.
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: What's your lowest note? Am I on the clock?
I was the lead vocalist in this production
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- Songwriter - MusicContact for pricing
- Bass FretlessContact for pricing
- Top line writer (vocal melody)Contact for pricing
- Barry White
- Isaac Hayes
- Marvin Winans
- Superclean Protools 12.5.2 Set-up with an exhaustive list of Plug-ins. Featuring a Revelation Blue MXL and Sony C-800G mics. I also have a road rack with the same equipment- I never travel without it.
$550 for Lead Vocal work (normally 1k)- $750 per track for Top line -Melody composition work + Vocal (normally $1500)
- Just got invited to be part of the Perfect Harmony cast. Offscreen guide group, and guide cue VocalistAug 03, 2019
- Updating my Protools...Sep 06, 2017
In the process of updating my set up to the new ProTools 12....let's go!
- Finished up a Asian tour..Sep 06, 2017
Back home ready to go! let's get it
- Worked with Dre...Sep 06, 2017
Had a middle of the night with the Dr. himself....crazy!!!
- Touring the Far East...Aug 20, 2017
Heading to Hawaii to do a week at the Blue Note in Waikiki Beach, then onto Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya and finally Seoul, Korea. 2 1/2 weeks then back home.
- LionGuard Season 2Aug 09, 2017
Just recorded Episode 11 for LionGuard. Great Writing by Emmy Nominated Composer Chris Willis
- Videogame VOX Debut Behold I am "Orc"Aug 06, 2017
Had an amazing time recording the vocals for the new Warcraft videogame. I was cast as the voice of "Orc." Belive it or not it was only an one hour of recording but it left me drenched in sweat. "Aaaaaaarrrrrrrrrrrrrrccccckuh"
- New Honda CampaignAug 06, 2017
Just recorded new Honda Campaign spot with 7 other amazing Session singers. Pending final approval-it will be very funny and musical. Stay tuned. Keep an eye out for the Trophies (hint* hint*)
- Gap CommercialJul 26, 2017
Auditioned for an On camera Gap Commercial tonight...promising
- Smokie RobinsonJul 19, 2017
In negotiations to possibly record a Christmas tune with Motown Legend Smokie Robinson...stay tuned
- Disney Nature VRJul 19, 2017
Just booked a Disney Virtual Reality Voice Over. Looking forward to a long time relationship with Disney on this exciting new technology.
- Jared Leto Record DateJul 16, 2017
BassLines just completed a record date for Actor/Musician Jared Leto. This track scheducled for release in 4 weeks, will be epic!!! Jared is an amazing vocalist-amazing. The choir assembled represented the most amazing voices in Hollywood today.
- Disney's LionGuard Season 2Jul 15, 2017
BassLines just completed the two episode Season 2 premiere for Disney's LionGuard Animated classic. The series appears on Disney XD, Disney Junior and Disney Channel. Disney performs these underscore cues with 3 other amazing Studio Vocalist. BassLines has appeared in nearly 30 episodes.
- Goldfish CampaignJul 12, 2017
Basslines was cast as the voice of the New Goldfish Crackers campaign. Stay tuned...will be featured as the tag in at least 5 different spots or the next 5 years.
- McDonald's New commercialJul 12, 2017
Will be appearing in McDonald's newest Ad advertising a brand new burger. The shoot took 2 days and has 3 versions (Asian, Hispanic & General American). *Hint I'm disguised as a construction worker. Keep your eyes on the Choir risers Screen left.
- Stevie Wonder WeddingJul 12, 2017
Basslines will be performing at Stevie Wonder's Wedding this coming Monday July 17th. Proudly have asked to do a 20 minute set as part of my regular touring band. Will be epic!
