# How Bass Players ACTUALLY Build Careers in 2026 | Jenn McCarron (Savage Fridays)

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Podcast: [Now That’s Bass](https://stenobird.com/podcast/now-that-s-bass-7778716)
Published: 2026-06-26T13:56:00+00:00
Episode link: https://peteb.podbean.com/e/how-bass-players-actually-build-careers-in-2026-jenn-mccarron-savage-fridays/
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In this episode of Now That's Bass, Pete Roythorne sits down with bassist, producer, creator and Savage Fridays founder Jenn McCarron to explore what it really means to build a music career in 2026. After years touring with bands, Jenn stepped into the corporate world before making the bold decision to return to music full-time. Today she's built one of the fastest-growing bass channels on YouTube while producing music, creating content and proving that modern musicians don't have to wait for opportunities—they can create them. This isn't just a conversation about bass playing. It's about creativity, resilience, entrepreneurship and finding your own voice in an industry that's changing faster than ever. Whether you're an aspiring professional bassist, a content creator, or simply trying to build a career doing what you love, Jenn shares honest advice, practical lessons and plenty of inspiration from her own journey. In this episode we discuss: Jenn's unconventional journey into bass guitar Why she left touring for corporate life—and why she came back Building a career through YouTube and the creator economy Why consistency beats perfection The importance of finding your own musical voice Touring versus creating content Learning from criticism instead of fearing it Why community matters more than follower counts Balancing creativity with earning a living Multiple income streams for today's musicians Why every musician should stop waiting for opportunities and start creating them If you're serious about building a career in music, this is an episode you won't want to miss. 👍 If you enjoy the conversation, please like the video, subscribe to the channel and let us know your biggest takeaway in the comments. About Jenn McCarron Jenn McCarron is a bassist, producer, songwri…

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