A native of Grand Rapids, Michigan, Joe Ayoub has become one of the busiest bassists on the LA - and now New York music scenes. Most people will recognize him from his many appearances in Scary Pockets videos, including Kiss, Humble Strut, Roxanne and Fantasy to name just a few. What most people don't realize is that Joe is currently holding down dual roles on two major TV productions: American Idol and The Kelly Clarkson show. If you watch any of the ABC seasons of Idol you will see Joe's highly recognizable silhouette backing up all of the great contestants.

Over the past 20 years living in LA, Joe has backed up Shakira, Miley Cyrus, Enrique Iglesias, Leonard Cohen, Sara Bareilles, Nikka Costa, Billy Currington to name just a few.

At the time of this interview, Joe is also currently holding down dual roles on the road playing with both Melissa Etheridge and Jewel each night on their tour. From this interview it's apparent that Joe is a kind, humble guy who loves bass and this interview is chalked full of insight on how Joe approaches bass and how he's managed to be a first call for some of the best gigs on the planet.