As a versatile Southern California bassist, Danny Knapp has worked with a wide range of original artists whose music spans alternative rock, pop, electro-pop, ska, reggae, and modern R&B. His approach to collaboration is rooted in musical sensitivity, professionalism, and a commitment to elevating each artist’s sound—whether in the studio, onstage, or in creative development.

This section highlights Danny’s work with original bands, solo artists, and creative partners who have shaped his trajectory as a recording and performing musician. From high-energy alt-rock projects to polished studio sessions and long-term songwriting collaborations, these projects reflect Danny’s adaptability and depth as both a bassist and a musical collaborator.

Explore the cards below to learn more about each artist, the roles Danny has played, and the music they’ve created together.

We’re No Gentlemen

We're No Gentlemen
We’re No Gentlemen is an emo/alt-rock band based in Southern California, known for blending emotional intensity with driving riffs and...

The Goodwin Club

The Goodwin Club
The Goodwin Club is a high-energy ska-punk band from Southern California, celebrated for its horn-driven arrangements, female-fronted vocals, and the...

Serena Foster

Serena Foster with bassist Danny Knapp
Serena Foster in an electro-pop singer/songwriter & model from the L.A. area. Serena comes from a musical family and started...

Kitty Antix

Kitty & Celina (The Nguyen Twinz) and their band, featuring Danny Knapp on bass guitar
Kitty and Celina are a singer/songwriter/actor duo that also happen to be well-known as the identical twin sisters, "The Nguyen...

Katie Garfield

Katie Garfield live at The Troubadour with Danny Knapp on bass
Katie Garfield is a singer/songwriter/actor now based in Nashville. Her music has been highlighted on network TV, promotional ads, as well...

The Bredren

The alt rock and ska band The Bredren
The Bredren was an alt-rock/ska/reggae band hailing from Orange County, California with a pedigree that included music industry veterans.

Bryn Ryan-VanDyke

Bryn Ryan Van-Dyke and her L.A.-based band, including Danny Knapp on bass guitar
Bryn Ryan-VanDyke is a soulful alternative folk-pop singer-songwriter based in Hawaii, crafting music that blends vulnerable storytelling with cinematic arrangements...

Taysti (featuring Tanya Jae)

A photo of pop duo Taysti
Taysti is a vibrant pop duo centered around infectious melodies, polished production, and the standout vocal presence of Tanya Jae....

Mikioi

The Hawaiian reggae band Mikioi with Danny Knapp on bass guitar
Originally from Hawaii, the members of Mikioi brought their own brand of Jawaiian-style reggae together with the elements of Hawaiian...