1052: Daniel Kimbro's solo album 'Carpet in the Kitchen'

Contrabass Conversations

In this episode, acclaimed bassist Daniel Kimbro reflects on his experiences as a touring artist and the challenges of maintaining routine and mental well-being on the road. Daniel recalls significant moments from his musical journey, including his collaborations with Jerry Douglas and Tommy Emmanuel.

He emphasizes the importance of staying grounded through activities like fly fishing, despite the rigors of tour life. Daniel shares his writing process, his passion for music, and the excitement surrounding his upcoming solo album, 'Carpet in the Kitchen.' The discussion also touches on the support and inspiration he gets from fellow musicians and the bass community.

Enjoy, and check out, Daniel’s past podcast appearance here, along with this great interview on ForBassPlayersOnly.com.

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