James Smyth

Electric Bass | Upright Bass | Synth Bass

James Smyth on the Tomorrow's Warriors Stage with Steven Bamidele at We Out Here Festival 2024

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Bio

James Smyth playing at the London Jazz Cafe as part of Global Soul Radio Showcase Tour in 2019

James Smyth is a session musician based in London. Originally starting his musical journey on French Horn, James went on to study Bass Guitar at the Institute of Contemporary Music Performance.

His current experience has him playing on the West End along with providing his services for live and recording session work.

James’s recent theatre work includes - Operation Mincemeat (West End - Dep), Choir of Man (West End - Dep), The Addams Family, We Will Rock You, Made in Dagenham.

He has also played bass for a number of different artists over the years including - Reuben James, Steven Bamidele, Cherise, Rothwell, Polly Money, Twinnie, The House & Garage Orchestra, and Right Said Fred.

James has extensive touring and live session experience, having had the opportunity to play at prestigious venues and shows across the UK and internationally - The Royal Albert Hall, Palais des Congrés, Reading & Leeds Festival, Montreal Jazz Festival and more.

He also has recording experience for artists and production music agencies. Both in-studio and remote with his studio quality home recording setup.

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Contact

Services

I am available for live work as well as recording sessions, either in-studio or remote.

I have collaborated with a number of artists over the years and always strive to provide the best possible playing and sound in my work. Below are some examples of my recent work along with the gear I have at my disposal.

If you’re interested in working together please feel free to get in contact.

Recordings

Gear

Fender US Deluxe Jazz Bass V
Vintage Fender 1982 JV Precision Bass
Ernie Ball MusicMan Joe Dart

Modern German Double Bass

Novation Bass Station II Synthesizer

Aguilar TH500 Amplifier
Aguilar SL112

Ultimate Ears UE11 Custom IEMs

2023 M3 Pro MacBook Pro
Universal Audio Apollo Twin Audio Interface

Multiple Effects and Preamps/DI’s

Contact

For any enquiries please feel free to either use the contact form or reach out directly to james@jamessmythbassist.com. I’ll do my best to reply as soon as possible!