The first time he called “Let’s Work,” I got four bars in before he stopped the band and said to me, “Listen—if you’re gonna play my music, at least learn it!” [Laughs.] That made me work harder, because I always want to give people’s music the same respect I’d want them to give my music.

I’ve worked with everyone, and he’s the baddest dude that I’ve ever been around. When I saw his demand for excellence and his work ethic, that’s when I became a fan. He accepted nothing less than perfection, 24/7.

Great article. I loved hearing from all of his various bass players through the years, and learned a few things about bass, too. Thanks, Rogifan!