This week we sat down with Daniel and asked him why he does what he does. Here’s what he had to say:
eBass: So, what sort of bass are you playing these days?
Daniel: MTD 535 / MTD Kingston Heir 5 Fretless
eBass: Nice! Any customization or gear mods?
Daniel: Mike Pope Pre-Amp.
eBass: So what inspired you to get started?
Daniel: I wanted to do something that made people happy and forget about their worries for a little while. It doesn’t matter what language you speak if you feel the groove, I am speaking to your heart.
eBass: From time to time we lose that, don’t we? Between gigs…Then sometimes it hits you like a ton of bricks when you’re back on stage. Like “Wow, this is the best feeling!” So, what’s the toughest gig you ever played?
Daniel: Every time I take the stage. I want to make that experience even better than the one before. Especially when I recognize people that have been to previous gigs.
eBass: Nice.. So who’s your current inspiration these days?
Daniel: I have a lot of Bass Players that had a part in molding the musician I am today… To name a few Rocco Prestia, Jaco Pastorius, Pino Palladino and Bobby Vega.
eBass: And…your biggest fans?
Daniel: My Kids!
eBass: That’s a real testament if they can see how much you love what you do. That’s awesome! Do you have a video or something we could show the folks at home?
Daniel: Sure thing, here’s a video of us at Downtown Disney doing “Despacito”..
