# Joe Principe

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Podcast: [Why Bass? with Donivan Blair](https://stenobird.com/podcast/why-bass-with-donivan-blair-7722653)
Published: 2026-03-04T07:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.ruinousmedia.com/whybass
Audio file: https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/8e0c7937-bb5f-4442-936c-58ca3e36af5b.mp3
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Duration seconds: 4773

## Resource

On this first episode of ‘Why Bass?’ We welcome Joe Principe of Rise Against! The two discuss Joe's journey through the his music scene, particularly the Chicago punk and thrash. Joe discusses his unexpected start in music, the influences that shaped his career and the vibrant community that fostered originality. They talk about the politics of dancing and mmmmm feelin’ good and why Lars Frederiksen from Rancid doesn’t want to talk about bass. Joe and Doni highlight the importance of personal connections, how live music experiences shape a musician and the unique characteristics of the Chicago music scene. Donivan and Joe have been friends and fellow bass nerds for 26 years. They also share a brother in guitarist Zach Blair. Enjoy! Our partners help make this show happen! Please give them a visit. Unleash the full force of you guitar and bass set up with our friends at Jim Dunlop. Jim Dunlop offers the absolute BEST in pedals, effects, picks and strings and more. Go to Jim Dunlop For 50 years, Schecter Guitars has pushed the limits of craftsmanship, innovation, and tone—building instruments trusted by players who demand more from their sound. This milestone celebrates a legacy forged on stages and in studios worldwide, while looking boldly ahead to the next era of performance-driven design. Have your mind blown here. Schecter Guitars Rise Against Papa Roach 88 Fingers Louie Good Riddance The Offspring Fat Records Hopeless Records Screeching Weasel Naked Ray Gun No Use For A Name Daily Grind Floyd The Vindictives Anti-Flag Minor Threat The Damned SNFU D.R.I. Operation Ivy The Descendents Alkaline Trio AFI MXR Jim Dunlop Mentioned in this episode: Jim Dunlop Why Bass? is brought to you by Jim Dunlop/MXR. Head to https://www.jimdunlop.com/ Schecter Guitars Why Bass? is sp…

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