On this episode of Comes a Time Oteil and Mike talk with legendary bassist, Alphonso Johnson! You’ll hear Alphonso and Oteil dive deep on bass playing philosophies, talk about meeting James Jamerson, and how the Grateful Dead changed Alphonso’s approach to music. They also discuss how he’s sustained positive mental health throughout such a long career, dreaming into the past and future, and much more! Alphonso Johnson is a world-renowned jazz bassist who has been active since the early 1970s. As Weather Report's bassist, Johnson's warm tone and fluent chops contributed to the band's initial breakout from avant-garde into funk fusion. He is an incredibly influential musician, and has performed and recorded with numerous high-profile rock and jazz acts including Santana, Phil Collins, members of the Grateful Dead, Steve Kimock, and Chet Baker. ----------- *DISCLAIMER: This podcast does NOT provide medical advice. The information contained in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. No material in this podcast is intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health care regimen* ----------- Visit SunsetlakeCBD.com and use the promo code TIME for 20% off premium CBD products Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices