Billy Sheehan joins me while on tour with Mr. Big to discuss the "Big Finish Tour" Talas, the David Lee Roth Band, forming Mr. Big, bass playing and a lot more!
Billy Sheehan is a highly acclaimed bassist known for his playing style and innovative techniques. he began his musical career in the 1970s, gaining recognition for his work with the band Talas. However, he became widely known for his tenure with David Lee Roth's solo band in the mid-1980s, where his energetic bass lines and flashy stage presence earned him a reputation as one of rock's premier bassists.
Billy co-founded Mr. Big in 1988. With Mr. Big, Billy further showcased his bass skills, contributing to hits like "To Be with You." The band achieved considerable commercial success and earned Billy even more recognition within the music industry.
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00:00:00 Show Open
00:00:36 On Tour In Madrid
00:02:18 The Big Finish Tour
00:03:27 Nick D'Virgilio
00:03:52 What Held Talas Back
00:06:36 Touring With Van Halen
00:07:12 David Lee Roth Movie Pitch
00:07:50 Forming The David Lee Roth Band
00:09:50 Fun On The Eat'em And Smile Tour
00:10:09 What Happened During Skyscraper
00:11:44 The First Mr. Big Record
00:12:36 Putting Mr. Big Together
00:13:34 Songwriting With Mr. Big
00:14:07 Big In Foreign Markets
00:15:16 How Did "To Be With You" Change Your Life
00:17:39 Later Mr. Big Albums
00:19:50 Playing "Lean Into It" In Its Entirety
00:21:12 Sequencing An Album
00:22:23 Thoughts On Streaming Music
00:23:57 Billy Signature "Attitude" Bass
00:27:26 Live And Backing Tracks
00:28:18 Playing In Power Trio's
00:30:18 Staying Out Of Rock Star Drama
00:32:40 Marijuana And Recording Don't Mix
00:33:23 Balancing The Melodic And Technical Aspects Of A Song
00:37:41 Borrowing From Paul McCartney
00:38:55 Locking In On The Drums
00:41:38 The Use Chords In Bass Playing
00:43:58 The Status Of The Winery Dogs
00:44:21 Always Surrounded By Great Musicians
00:45:25 One Hit From Vinny Appice
00:47:45 Not Much Of A Slap Bass Player
00:49:19 Looking Back At Accomplishments
00:52:31 Not Done Yet
00:55:16 Recording In The Studio
00:56:31 Closing