Book Review: "Basics for Bassists or How To Not Suck At Playing Bass!" by Murphy Karges

The founding Sugar Ray bassist lays down the foundation for learning the 4-string instrument, listening to music, writing songs and playing with others

Murphy Karges is the real deal.

From the 23-year period playing with one of the biggest Y2K bands, Sugar Ray, to launching his own YouTube channel, where he interacts with fans, including answering my own call for him to join our podcast, Karges’ humility and openness quickly shows others they are more than welcome in the company of a legitimate rock sta…