Danny Knapp is a bass guitarist in Los Angeles, available for live performance and touring work. He performs across Southern California and nationwide.
He delivers tone, tight execution, and strong stage presence for artists and event teams. That comes from 90+ shows a year across a dozen active projects, spanning tribute acts, original bands, and hired-gun work.
“Danny is very professional… I love that Danny is always down for anything! He is easy to work with and has great stage presence. Performing with him on stage is memorable, and I can trust Danny to deliver an excellent show.”
— Kitty Antix, Artist
“I love working with Danny! Not only is he extremely talented, but he is also a genuinely nice person with a calming presence… Danny has been the one constant member of my California band, and I am incredibly grateful and honored to have the opportunity to work with him.”
— Bryn Ryan-VanDyke, Singer/Songwriter
Logistics
Based in Orange County, CA — available for fly dates nationwide. Rehearsal and prep needs vary by project, and Danny works efficiently with charts or reference material on whatever timeline the engagement requires. That includes extensive experience with click tracks, in-ear monitoring systems, and fast rehearsal integration for bands stepping into a new lineup on short notice.
He travels with his own touring rig but can adapt to a house/provided backline when required, including in-ear systems and DI setups common to modern touring productions. Contact him directly for availability, pricing, and references — he coordinates logistics, schedules, and cuing for a smooth on-boarding at studios or live venues.
Stage-Ready Skills
He has click-track proficiency and supports vocalists across rock, pop, metal, Latin, funk, disco, ska, reggae, and 2000s hard rock. That range comes from active, ongoing work in each style, not occasional crossover.
It’s what makes him a dependable bass guitarist in Los Angeles for touring productions that need a player who can adapt to a new genre or set list quickly.
Gear
As an officially endorsed bass artist for Sandberg Guitars, S.I.T. Strings, Schroeder Cabinets, and Pig Hog Cables, Danny’s rig shines. It delivers projection, clarity, and road reliability night after night. His touring setup is built around a Kemper Profiler for consistent, repeatable tone across in-ear and house-backline situations alike.
Venue Experience
Danny is a regular performer at the Whisky a Go Go, the legendary Sunset Strip venue with a history stretching back to the 1960s rock scene.
He also appears at the Troubadour, the House of Blues, and Phoenix Symphony Hall. Beyond those rooms, he plays outdoor summer concerts, casino venues, theaters, festivals, and private/corporate engagements nationwide — a range spanning intimate club shows to large-format stages.
Booking a Bass Guitarist in Los Angeles
Live performance and touring rates are available on request — contact him directly to check availability for your event or tour. Reference material, charts, or set lists are welcome in advance to make on-boarding as fast as possible.
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