I've played bass or guitar on nearly 300 independent recordings and can be seeing playing bass with Don Cheadle in the movie Miles Ahead.
I am expert in jazz, hip hop and soul music. If you need someone who can record bass guitar or upright bass in these genres I'm ready to work with you. I have been playing bass professionally for over 15 years and will do justice to your music. Some of my influences and inspiration include great bass players such as James Jamerson, Raphael Saadiq, Pino Palladino, Marcus Miller, Derrick Hodge and Thundercat.
In my time as a session musician I've worked on nearly 300 songs for various independent artists and producers and gotten overwhelming positive reviews and 5 star ratings. Contact me today. I'd love to know about your songs so we can get started. Here's how I will help you get your songs done:
- Fast turnaround (normally within 3 business days)
- Ability to play your music with feeling
- I listen and take direction well
- Very detail-oriented and will play your bass or guitar part correctly
Contact me through the green button above and let's get to work.
61 Reviews - 15 Repeat Clients
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check_circleVerifiedFast, responsive and on time, great too work with
check_circleVerifiedBrandon did a fantastic job playing bass for us. Really groovy and gets the intent of the song immediately. Fantastic bass player.
check_circleVerifiedBrandon just did another amazing bassline for me. Spuerb performace and recording. This man brings major creativity and vibe to every project - I feel very lucky to be able to work with him. Thanks Brandon!
check_circleVerifiedGreat job. He gave me a few different versions to choose from too. Cool and easy to work with!
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great playing a quick turnaround thanks!!!
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Absolute legend. i expected a 3 day turnaround but make it one day with more revisions than i can ask for! Well worth it!
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Just completed another project with Brandon. He is super easy to work with and his musicianship and creativity really bring my tracks up to a new level!
check_circleVerifiedOne of the most reliable and talented bassist to work with on sound better. I specify in mainly hip hop, rnb instrumentals and Brandon always comes through with great bass lines when needed for beats. Thanks Brandon!
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I had a wonderful experience working with Brandon. He nailed the part and played with utmost groove and sophistication, elevating the track to a higher plain. I can't wait to work with him again - if you're in need of a solid bass track look no further!
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Good Job! Awesome Bass player!
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Second time using Brandon and again he delivered! Such great feel and tone, highly recommend!
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Incredibly funky bass line layerd down by Brandon!! I'll definitely be reaching out in the future!!! Thanks
check_circleVerifiedAnd another one!!! BrandonMeeksMusic never ceases to amaze me!! This is my third time (2nd time this week lol) working with BrandonMeeksMusic and he never fails to deliver great work! I'm telling y'all to get with this Guy if you want your production to sound amazing!!
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BrandonMeeksMusic Has done it again!!! My tracks always come back with exceptional work! Awsome communication, price, and turnaround!! If anyone is looking for a bass guitarist then STOP!! right here, you don't have to look any further!
check_circleVerifiedBrandon was very straightforward to work with and was very responsive and quick to deliver the recordings. Will definitely be coming back to him whenever I need a bassist again!
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Awesome communication skills very fast response. Very good groove and in the pocket. My first time hiring Brandon, but it looks like I’ll be using him more.
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WOW!!!! Totally blown away by BrandonMeeksMusic! He did an awsome job playing bass on my production. He's very professional with a very quick turnaround. His work is VERY affordable also. I will definitely, without hesitation, get in touch with BrandonMeeksMusic again for all my bass session needs!!
check_circleVerifiedGreat musician! Very professional and amazing quality of work!
check_circleVerifiedWant some bass with great groove, creativity and all natural, great tasting musicality. Well then, you've come to the right place. Brandon is your man. He gave me a choice of three great takes from which to choose for my song. He was easy to work with and a real pro. Excellent!
check_circleVerifiedAs usually, clean perfect work.
Thanks Brandon.
check_circleVerifiedExcellent bass player ! Would highly recommend Brandon !!
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Excellent musician with an impressive musicality. Gig successfully done!
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Incredibly talented bassist ~ His work added tons of character to my instrumentals. Got back to me very quickly and work is top notch. Looking forward to doing more work with Brandon! Try him out! You won't regret it.
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It was a pleasure working with Brandon. He understood exactly what my song needed and delivered multiple options for me to choose. His tone is magic! I look forward to working with him again.
check_circleVerifiedI have been working with Brandon for about a year. I continually connect with him for recording bass because he is extremely versatile and musically diverse. He is an extremely talented musician and has great instincts and he knows exactly what the song needs. Brandon has always given me an outstanding performance and pro quality recording. Highly Recommended ..
check_circleVerifiedOne more nice work ,and a lot of groove.
with Brandon.
Thanks a lot.
check_circleVerifiedAnother great bass take from Brandon. He always hits the perfect spot with you bass adding a great feel to the song. Will be definitely working with him again in the future.
Thanks again Brandon!
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Amazing bass player and and amazing track. Great to work with you again Brandon!!, more tunes are on the way
Cheers
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Brandon is a monster on the bass!
check_circleVerifiedBrandon delivered top quality bass, even provided more variations to choose from. Would work again with him.
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Brandon is the man for the bass. Get the tune dialed down fast and smooth. I highly recommend him for any tune.
Hope to work with you again soon!
Thanks a lot
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Brandon is the best!! Get into the song and extracts the best bass track that it needs.
Awesome work Brandon.I hope to have you collaborating on my next tunes!!
Cheers
Juan 
check_circleVerifiedBrandon is a professional and talented bass player.Nice grooves
Thank you Brandon.
check_circleVerifiedVery fast turn around. Totally captured the heart and vibe of the song. He has very tasteful licks, that stay out of the way of the vocal. Will definitely use him again.
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Brandon is the bass Man!! Gets the feeling of what you need for your song and puts all his experience and gift on the job. Well done Brandon I hope to keep working with you on my next tunes. Thanks a lot bro!!
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Brandon is a fantastic bass player!!
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Amazing work. Quick, fast, and exactly what I needed and then some. Will definitely work with Brandon again in the future.
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Great musician effortless playing I loved the sound of the bass he came through as I ask will be a return customer for sure this is what it’s all about great collaborations
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Brandon delivered his bass guitars very quickly and gave some options on which one to choose. He's a really good bassist and I definitely recommend him!
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Perfect Job. Good sound, communication and price.
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Working with him has been a breeze, he did a great job, following exactly what I asked for and nailing the line at the first attempt.
I'm glad I chose wisely for this project ! 
check_circleVerifiedBrandon is so talented! He played bass on an R&B track of mine. Such a joy to work with and the process was fast and efficient! Love his playing and his style.
check_circleVerifiedI chose Brandon to collaborate on a song after hearing his flow and style on bass on soundbetter (and on his youtube channel "Brandon Meeks Music" that I strongly advise you to follow!!).
I wasn't disappointed with the quality of his performance and the roundness of his sound. He was able to take my song to a higher level.
Brandon has been able to remain very patient with my changes decided at the last moment and my perfectionism.
If you need professional quality in bass guitar, call Brandon.
check_circleVerifiedFantastic talent!
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Brandon is a great bass player.
Communication was perfect
I just gave him my idea and he turned it into something great.
Thank you Brandon. 
check_circleVerifiedHe is Fantastic bass player, bring very good energy to my track, all good!!!!
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Amazing skill of interpretation! Takes feedback well and delivers quality work. Brandon knows how to get the right sound from his bass. Highly recommended.
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Brandon is a brilliant bass and guitar player. He’s incredibly talented not only as a musician but as an artist. He comes up with some of the most memorable distinctive parts. He communicates every step of the way and asks for input. I can't be more happy with his work. I’ve decided that I will be working with him as much as I possibly can. Thank you Brandon for your talent. I highly recommend him.
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Brandon is fantastic. His Bass playing is super groovy, funky, rocky.. whatever you need it to be. He's also great to deal with and very responsive to feedback. He's helped with 2 songs so far and will def. be using him again for other tracks v soon. 5 Stars!
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I had the best experience working with Brandon. Incredible talent! He has great musical instincts and created the perfect guitar and bass parts. Great communication and fast updates. He offered alternate ideas from the very beginning allowing both of us to set the right course and I am really happy with the outcome. I will work with him again. Brandon has my highest recommendation. Thank you Brandon.
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Brandon delivered the bass part for a funky nudisco-track, and it has been an absolute pleasure to have him on board on this project. Very quick turnaround, fast and clear communication, and most important; a product of highest quality. No need for revision; he nailed it the first time. I will definitely work with Brandon again and I hereby send him my strongest recommendations. 5 stars!
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Brandon is my go-to bassist for any funk/r&b/soul influenced tracks. He always nails the vibe.
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Really nice... I am totally happy with Brandon's bass playing.. sounds cool and made the song groove... Thanks man...
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The man knows how to create a groove!
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Brandon plays like Rick James, he is good. He can be a plus to any song.
check_circleVerifiedI was looking for a guitarist to supplement some midi tracks I had written and happened upon Brandon by accident or maybe luck. He did what I was hoping he could do...a wonderful bass track. I'm coming back for more. He has the credentials, too. See him on YouTube. Thanks, Brandon! https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=brandon+meeks+mus
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Fast and awesome work!
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Another jammin track!
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Brandon's got real funk and soul! He took the bass to another level. Very easy to work with and understood what type of vibe the track needed.
Brandon has played on all the tracks of my album Bein' Green. He's a 360° talented artist, always trying to get my total satisfaction and approval. His work is excellent! The album got international critically positive acclamation, also thanks to Brandon's work, which certainly contributed to give the entire album the right sound, groove and vibes. First work and not last!
Brandon has played bass for me on a couple of releases. He is always very timely and is an incredible bassist and writer.
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!
Interview with BrandonMeeksMusic
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I mostly record bass tracks for my clients. Many times people will allow me to compose an original bass part for their music. I carefully study every song I receive in order to give the music just what it needs.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: A few musicians that inspire me the most are Stevie Wonder, Raphael Saadiq, Q-Tip, Marcus Miller and J Dilla.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I use Ableton Live 9 with a MacBook Air. I have a Fender Road Worn 60's Jazz Bass that I record through a FocusRite Audio interface. I also have an Epiphone Dot Studio guitar for recording electric guitar tracks.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: When starting a new bass or guitar track, the first thing I do is listen carefully to the music and vibe to it. From there I'll grab my instrument and start jamming along to come up with ideas for my part. Once I have something that sounds cool I begin recording. After I have a take that I like, I listen to it a few times to make sure there are no mistakes. I also look for spots that I can improve before sending it back to the client.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: I bring personality to everything I record. I play with a lot of conviction and I intend for my playing to inspire an emotional response in the listener.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: My strongest skill is listening. I'm able to dissect the music I hear and understand what needs to played on my instrument and how to make it interact with the other sounds that are happening.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: I usually work on pop, hip hop and jazz music.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Drums are everything. The key to having a good production is having a drum sound that is just right.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: I would love to work with Stevie Wonder. He has so much depth and was a major figure in one of the most important movements in American music. There is so much I could learn from him.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: My style is very soulful and rooted in the black gospel music and the blues. It's a combination of James Jamerson, Marcus Miller and Meshell Ndegeocello.
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I've been playing bass professionally since around 2000. I started doing a gig here and there in college and as my network grew and I gradually built a base of support large enough to earn a full time income with music.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: If I were on a dessert island I would just need an acoustic guitar unless somehow the island had electricity. Then I'd have my MacBook, a 25 key MIDI controller, and audio interface and my bass.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: I usually ask for basic direction so I have an idea of the sound my client is going for.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: The biggest misconception about the work I do is that it's easy. This is understandable because professional musicians are supposed to make it look easy. Behind the scenes, to be a good session musician takes a high level of discipline even beyond that of a performance musician.
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: Customers most often ask if I can play the particular style they are looking for. I always say yes even if it means I have to do a bit of research to get a handle on what the music needs.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: The thing I like most about my job is that it's not a job. I love making music and it's just what I do. I most enjoy being able to provide for my family by pursuing my passion at the same time.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: My promise is I will give you quality work that exceeds your expectations.
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: I'm currently working on a hip hop album with my band Native Sun. This will be our 3rd release. We're adding a lot of new elements to our sound and I'm excited to see our progress as a group.
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I simultaneously released 2 original albums in October 2016. One is a straight-ahead jazz project and the other is instrumental hip hop. With both albums I handled the writing and production of all the music as well as art direction, design, marketing and release. The sense of accomplishment from putting these projects out on my own is one of the best feelings I've ever had.
I was the Bass Player in this production
- Bass ElectricAverage price - $70 per song
- Bass UprightAverage price - $70 per song
- 5 day delivery time - 1 revision available at no extra cost - Please provide song BPM with order
- Fender Road Worn 60 Jazz Bass
- Ableton Live 9
- FocusRite Audio Interface
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- Passionfruit - Drake (Remix Bass Guitar Cover)Aug 28, 2017
A remixed bass guitar version of Passionfruit by Drake. I used a Road Worn 60's Fender Jazz Bass with Ableton Live 9 to record this video. I also used Ableton Live 9 to add bass guitar effects.
- Terrace Martin Think of You CoverAug 28, 2017
Terrace Martin's I Think of You performed with guitar, bass and keyboards. I used a Road Worn 60's Fender Jazz Bass and Epiphone Dot Studio guitar with Ableton Live 9 to record this video. I also used Ableton Live 9 and Native Instruments Guitar Rig 4 to add effects to the bass and guitar signals.
