Episode 138 - Interview With Scott Pingel (S&M2 Bassist)

We continue our exploration and celebration of all things S&M2 by sitting down with principal bassist of the San Francisco Symphony, Scott Pingel. Scott is now known and beloved by Metallica fans all over the world for his incredible tribute to Cliff Burton in a jaw dropping performance of “Anesthesia.” In this episode we learn about Scott’s background (yes, he was a Metallica fan) and his journey through music into landing one of the most coveted gigs in the country. We learn behind the scenes details of the symphony’s rehearsals and preparation for the S&M2 gigs, the origin of Scott’s idea to pay tribute to Cliff, his audition in front of the band at HQ, technical details about the shows themselves (monitors, pedals, crowds, working with Big Mick), and hear a detailed and emotional breakdown of Scott’s amazing composition. We loved meeting and talking with Scott and we know you’ll love him too. Enjoy! If you think Metal Uo your Podcast has value, please consider joking us on Patreon. For $5 a month you get all three current (and future) Cover Our World Blackened EP’s, Lunar Satan tunes, and chances to win awesome prizes like concert tickets, vinyl box sets, rare vinyl, collectible and more! Sign up for Patreon here: Http://www.patreon.com/metalupyourpodcast Follow us on all the socials. Email us here: [email protected] If you get value from Metal Up Your Podcast, the best way to support the show is to subscribe and leave a review on Apple Podcasts:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/metal-up-your-podcast-all-things-metallica/id1187775077Want more MUYP?You can support the show directly by becoming a Patron.Patrons at the $5 tier receive:Volumes 1–4 of our Cover Our World Blackened EPsInvitations to appear on the show to discuss Metallica concerts you’ve attended.The ability to submit questions to past guests including Ray Burton, Halestorm, Michael Wagener, Jay Weinberg, and members of Metallica’s crew.Join us here:https://www.patreon.com/metalupyourpodcastJoin the MUYP Discord Server to continue the conversation:https://discord.gg/nBUSwR8tSupport Clint’s music:Lunar Satan: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/lunarsatan/lunar-satanVAMPIRE: https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/clintwells/vampireStream or purchase Cover Our World Blackened and Quarantine Covers:https://metalupyourpodcast.bandcamp.comFollow Metal Up Your Podcast on social media and write in anytime:[email protected]