A Standout Year for a Professional Bassist on the Live Stage

In 2025, professional bassist and vocalist Danny Knapp delivered one of his most active and consistent years to date, reinforcing his reputation as a versatile, in-demand performer and session bassist across Southern California and beyond. With a schedule spanning tribute productions, corporate and private events, and original music projects, the year reflected both artistic range and professional reliability.

Over 100 live performances in 2025 across tribute, corporate, and original projects marked a milestone year—one defined not just by volume, but by adaptability. From high-energy tribute shows and casino stages to polished corporate events and creative original collaborations, each performance required a different approach, musical mindset, and level of precision.

Throughout the year, Danny balanced multiple active projects while maintaining consistency as a professional bassist trusted by bandleaders, venues, and event producers alike. Many engagements involved fly dates, multi-show weekends, and fast turnarounds, underscoring the discipline and preparation required to perform at a high level across varied environments.

Beyond live performance, 2025 also represented continued growth as a working musician. Strengthening long-term collaborations, adapting to evolving lineups, and maintaining professional standards on and off the stage remained central themes. Each show contributed to a broader foundation of trust, visibility, and momentum—key elements in sustaining a long-term career as a professional bassist.

As the year closes, the focus turns forward. With a proven track record of over 100 performances in a single year and continued demand across multiple sectors of the live music industry, Danny Knapp enters the next chapter with clarity, gratitude, and momentum—ready to build on the foundation established throughout 2025.

In just five days, Danny Knapp had 6 flights, 5 hours of van rides, performed two high-energy tribute concerts in Cincinnati OH and Buffalo NY, and experienced one of North America’s greatest natural wonders, Niagara Falls. His journey wasn’t just about musicianship—it was a celebration of diversity and an unforgettable travel tale.

Three Clubs in Los Angeles marked the location of the electrifying debut of bassist Danny “Melonhead” Knapp’s performing with anew project, Back to 11. The intimate venue buzzed as the ensemble offered a high‑octane blend of rock-fueled grooves and melodic experimentation. Fans at the gig were treated to the tight interplay among the band members commanding stage presence.“Back to 11” aims to push beyond traditional genre boundaries—infusing rock, funk, and soulful color into a fresh sonic palette.