Journey Founding Member Offers Solid Advice For Musicians
After accepting top honor at the Billboard Touring Awards for "Legends of Live", Ross Valory, bassist for legendary band Journey, offered solid advice for aspiring musicians.
Ross Valory is Journey's noted bass player. He and Neal Schon, who also accepted the Billboard award, are the only original members of the band still performing with the group. Ross Valory also played for The Vu, The Storm, Frumious Bandersnatch and the Steve Miller Band.
In this insightful interview, Valory reflects on his decades-long career and shares wisdom gained from Journey's remarkable longevity in the music industry. He discusses the band's evolution through changing musical landscapes and how they've maintained their relevance over the years.
Valory offers practical advice for musicians at all stages of their careers, emphasizing the importance of musicianship, professionalism, and adaptability. He also addresses the challenges of touring life and how to sustain both creative passion and physical health through years on the road.
For aspiring bassists specifically, Valory shares his approach to serving the song and working cohesively with drummers to create a solid rhythm section. His insights into band dynamics and navigating the business side of music provide valuable lessons for anyone pursuing a career in the industry.
