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Byron House
Experimental / Acoustic / Electronica

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Member Since1/7/2006
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   Upcoming Shows ( view all )
Aug 22 2009 8:00P
Ballance Farms and Ballance Moto X Oakland, Kentucky
Aug 23 2009 7:00P
Ballance Farms and Ballance Moto X Oakland, Kentucky
Sep 12 2009 8:00P
Laura Turner Concert Hall Nashville
Dec 12 2009 8:00P
Belmont Universtity Troutt Theatre Nashville, Tennessee

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   About Byron House
What do Emmylou Harris, Dolly Parton, Sam Bush, Jerry Douglas and Jorma Kaukonen all have in common? For one thing, they are among the most respected musicians and artists in American popular music over the last four decades. For another, they have all at one time or another sought out the services of Byron House, currently one of Nashville’s—and the country’s—hardest working bass players, both in the studio and on the road.

Versatile, tasteful, unique, spontaneous and, most of all, musical—these are the words most commonly used to describe Byron’s bass playing. But it was banjo that first inspired him to seriously pursue a musical career. His musical path got off to an auspicious beginning, when, at age 11, he met and jammed with Sam Bush, who was already a world-class mandolinist and fiddler who had only recently formed the groundbreaking New Grass Revival.

At age 17, after 7 years of honing his banjo chops (he also dabbled in guitar, dulcimer, trumpet, bassoon, percussion, piano and other instruments), Byron switched to bass, after hearing Jaco Pastorius’ revelatory bass work on Weather Report’s Heavy Weather. “I heard his playing,” Byron says, “and I realized what that instrument could do; not only play the more traditional supportive role, but also add harmony lines in a way that would not only support the melody and the other instruments but also serve as a catalyst to the other players. Yet it was so subtle and carefully played. I went home and did some woodshedding for a year, playing his records over and over.”

Other bass players that influenced Byron in his formative years include Paul McCartney, James Jamerson, Phil Lesh, Jack Casady, Ray Brown, Paul Chambers, Junior Huskey and Roy Huskey.

In the mid-1980s, Byron left his hometown of Bowling Green, Ky., and relocated to Nashville, opening up a new universe of musical possibilities. He was soon working steadily with Foster & Lloyd, and his reputation quickly spread through Music City. In addition to Parton, Harris, Kaukonen and Douglas, Byron has performed or recorded with Buddy and Julie Miller, Nitty Gritty Dirt Band, Linda Ronstadt, Jim Lauderdale, Dixie Chicks, Nickel Creek, Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Shelby Lynne, Clay Walker, Al Kooper and Grateful Dead lyricist Robert Hunter, to name a few. He was honored with a Grammy nomination in 2005 for his work on Mark O’Connor’s 30-Year Retrospective.

In 1999, almost 30 years after that first jam session with Sam Bush, Byron’s musical career came full-circle, when he landed the enviable bass gig in Bush’s prolific touring band. “Byron is the first choice for the upright acoustic bass," Bush says. “He also plays just as well on the electric and fretless, which makes him as versatile as he is accomplished. With Chris Brown on drums and Byron on bass, I have a rhythm section that allows for limitless possibilities; we can play every musical genre, from reggae to bluegrass to rock. He is also a good friend and understands that being a road musician means being able to get along with your players. Byron is the best.”

Many other musicians are quick to sing Byron’s praises. “Working with Byron House is an incomparable musical experience,” Kaukonen says. “He brings so much with him when he comes. Whether you need upright, fretless or electric bass, playing with him makes you feel as if he has always been in your band and that you would be lost without him. As if that weren’t enough, you can count on him for background vocals. He is a consummate professional as well as an intuitive player. I am proud to call him a friend and a peer!”

Byron lives near Nashville with his wife, Karen, and their two sons, Truman and Henry. His musical career—tours, TV appearances and recording sessions with established stars as well as up-and-coming acts—is more fulfilling than he could have ever imagined, and he knows as well as anyone just how fortunate he is. “I consider the excitement of the work I do and the intricacies of this instrument a challenge and an inspiration,” Byron says. “As long as I can continue to be creative—whether on stage or in the studio—then I feel I’m being true to the art. Music is a special language; I appreciate what it does for people and feel I am truly blessed to be a part of that process, interacting with the artists that are dedicated to all that music means to them and their audience.”


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Pat Terry

Pat Terry



Nov 12 2009 4:30 AM

Hey Byron... Been awhile.  Just stopping by to say howdy.  Hope all's well in the land of the bass clef.
Kenny

Kenny



Nov 1 2009 5:09 PM

You gotta show Truman this. Its awesome!


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Sep 18 2009 4:02 PM


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Misty

Misty



Aug 27 2009 11:01 PM

Great seeing you jam this past weekend!! Have lots of pics to post soon. Nick Williams was fabulous, we were in the presence of greatness with that speical Pride and Joy jam. Hope to see you again soon ~smiles&peace~
Misty

Misty



Aug 20 2009 1:21 PM

Byron,
Can't wait to see you this weekend at the NEWGRASS festival, I have been waiting all summer for this one!!! If you don't remember me, maybe Mahavishnu will remind you :) hope all is well, my Dad and I are excited to hear your bass playing live once again, since we are both bassist, take care
The Beth Mattson Band

The Beth Mattson Band



Jun 13 2009 5:22 AM

Thank you very much for the add!
Again , I'm such a fan of your music and your playing.....
The SBBAND has to come to Europe and play in France!!!
The Abrams Brothers

The Abrams Brothers



May 31 2009 1:51 AM

Thank you, I'm a big fan of your playing Mr. House.

Elijah
Mark Bumgarner

Mark Bumgarner



May 31 2009 1:51 AM

Greetings from Asheville, NC!

Love your music. Thanks for the add. Take care.

~MB
Joe Fair

Joe Fair



May 30 2009 2:03 AM

Hey Byron Love to you and family have a great summer

Joe Mar Nicolas
Marla Worley

Marla Worley



May 2 2009 9:18 PM

Thank you! Much success to you my new friend...Keep the love and the music flowing!
God Bless...

Always & Forever,

Marla

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John Skehan and Todd Collins

John Skehan and Todd Collins



Apr 10 2009 12:22 AM

hey byron--thanks for the add. look forward to seeing you a t-ride this summer,
cheers,
john
Kate Ceberano and Mark Isham

Kate Ceberano and Mark Isham



Apr 6 2009 5:12 PM

Hello! Just wanted to drop in and let you know that pre-orders for my new jazz standards album "Bittersweet" are now taking place! The first 100 pre-orders will receive a signed copy! Release date is set for May 5th, but you will get your copy a few days earlier! Kate and I are very excited about the record, and we can't wait for you to hear it. Head over to www.bittersweetthealbum.com to pre-order! Thanks! ~Mark
Kate Hearne

Kate Hearne



Apr 3 2009 6:48 PM

Hey Byron, Good to see you on here. Hope to cross paths with you again down the road.

Peace,
Kate
KATE LYNN Lyricist/Parolier

KATE LYNN Lyricist/Parolier



Apr 1 2009 8:01 PM

Hello :-))
Kate
Amba Shepherd Songs

Amba Shepherd Songs



Mar 31 2009 3:28 AM

Hey ! Thanks for adding me :)
Come & visit soon,
Amba :) XX
Chris (Ladies man Indeed.)

Chris Hamlin



Mar 30 2009 6:07 PM

Thanks for the add Byron and i really enjoy your music too! Take Care and Peace Out.
Deborah Allen

Deborah Allen



Mar 21 2009 8:18 AM

Marcellino Marcello

Marcellino Marcello



Mar 21 2009 6:58 AM

Hi Byron
Thanks for the ADD!
Congratulations for your music. I find it very interesting.

Marcellino Marcello bass player from Acireale (Italy)
Bye
Brian

Brian Flechsig



Mar 21 2009 1:14 AM

Thanks Byron! Hope to see you guys soon. Appalachian if not sooner.
Got a new band called the Desperation String Band- will send along some info as it arises
Echoes of Grace

Echoes of Grace



Feb 19 2009 8:59 PM

Hey Byron! We just wanted to thank you for everything you do for our band. We don't know where we would be without your wisdom and guidance.
Much love,
EOG
John M. (Johnny) Thompson

John M. (Johnny) Thompson



Feb 18 2009 1:59 PM

Mr. House!,

...Just got my ear bent but good whilst listening to you lay down the law of F-clef performing with Andy Leftwich on The Violin Shop's Concert Series DVD...

...Whoa!

Yer Phan,
JMT
Gills and Wings

Gills and Wings



Jan 20 2009 3:36 AM

Allrighty, Byron... Bergantino or Epifani? what would you suggest?
Misty

Misty



Dec 30 2008 7:15 AM

Have a blessed 09...Happy New Year. I have really been diggin' on King of my World.
Great work on that cd ~smiles&peace~
Austin Ward - www.AustinWardMusic.com

Austin Ward - www.AustinWardMusic.com



Jan 3 2009 9:11 PM

Hey Byron How are you?
Sherry

Sherry



Dec 22 2008 1:47 AM

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year Byron!



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