Anthony Cook has been defined as a bassist who can play in any genre and in any setting. He allows each song to breathe by providing space, and knows when to provide defined movement to propel songs to a higher level. Music producers and fellow musicians have stated that the bass-lines Anthony creates are like a song within a song!
HOLDING DOWN THE BASS CHAIR
"The challenge is to discover that unique bass groove that compliments the songwriters vision, and will create lasting mojo. I want to catch the attention of listeners, and at the same time not distract from the flow and essence of a song. There is nothing more gratifying than discovering a musical pathway that leads to a memorable bass line. Creating an enduring bass line tells a story. It is a narrative. Sometimes a single note groove is more powerful than a flurry of notes. What does the song need rhythmically and harmonically ? The spirit of the songwriter, and the song itself is the segway to the quintessential bass line. Think of the space between notes… that’s where feel lives. A great bass line isn’t just heard… it is felt.
