Brendan Rothwell

Instrumental in the Art and Business of Music

The JazzFlyte Podcast, with Darrell Scott.

April 12, 2026  /  Brendan Rothwell

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Some instruments support the music. The bass defines it.

On this episode of The Jazz Flyte Podcast, I sit down with Brendan Rothwell, a bassist whose sound carries both legacy and evolution. From hearing Marcus Miller for the first time to building a career across continents, Brendan shares how one moment can shift everything.

We talk about his early beginnings in the UK, his move to Canada, and how the jazz scene looks different when geography, distance, and opportunity all play a role. Brendan opens up about what it means to develop your own voice while being influenced by greats like Stanley Clarke, Nathan East, and others who shaped the sound of modern bass.

This conversation goes deeper than music. We get into independence, streaming, and the real business of being an artist today. Brendan breaks down how platforms like Spotify can change a career, how one song can fund multiple projects, and why understanding the business side is just as important as mastering your instrument.

This is a conversation about consistency, identity, and what it takes to stay in the game when no one is handing you the blueprint.

Connect with Brendan:https://www.brendanrothwell.com/

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"Jazz HQ" artist profile of guitarist Reza Khan and preview of upcoming work

October 18, 2024  /  Brendan Rothwell

“ It is a prolific period for Khan that includes work on his next solo album as well as a band project, both of which will be released next year. Titled “Shadow Dancers” and slated to arrive next fall, Khan’s next album will feature many of the premier musicians who have appeared on his previous albums. His “dance partners” include Saisse, Haslip, Egan, 7-time GRAMMY® nominee Nathan East, Brendan Rothwell, GRAMMY® nominated Brazilian drummer Mauricio Zottarelli, Zach Brown, and Matt King.”

Read the full JazzHQ article here

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