Chad MacDonald Bass
Chad is a seasoned bassist who began his music career in Connecticut, playing with the popular local punk band The Flames. Over 20 years ago, he relocated to Arizona in search of new musical opportunities. His talent and high-energy performances quickly drew attention, leading to tours with iconic '80s rockers like Jani Lane of Warrant, Kevin Dubrow of Quiet Riot, The Bullet Boys, Gene Loves Jezebel, and more.
These days, you’ll find Chad performing all over Arizona with a diverse mix of local musicians and bands.
This channel serves as a portfolio to celebrate and document Chad’s musical journey. It highlights his versatility and ability to quickly learn and perform a wide range of music across different projects.
Be sure to check out the Playlists tab to explore the many bands, musicians, and projects Chad has been a part of. Thanks for watching!
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You’re So Vain - Carly Simon// Joy Ride Band
Moonlight Amphitheater with Mick Adams & The Stones
Walk This Way - Aerosmith // Performed by The Bayou Bandits
Michael Aston lets audience member sing Motion of Love- Gene Loves Jezebel
American Girl- Tom Petty cover // We Are Your Alibi Band
Watching the Wheels- John Lennon Cover // Performed by Connecticut To Cali
Crossroads- Cream Cover - Performed by We Are Your Alibi
Valerie- Amy Winehouse // Performed by Connecticut To Cali
Norwegian Wood- The Beatles Cover- Performed by Connecticut To Cali
Joy Ride Promo
(🎧 if possible) Rehearsing “Walking on Broken Glass” by Annie Lennox- Connecticut To Cali Duo
Guitars & Cadillacs - Dwight Yoakum // Performed by Marble Heart Band
Drinkin’ Problem- Midland // Performed by Marble Heart
You Look Like You Love Me- Ella Langley & Riley Green cover- Performed by The Billy Shaw Jr. Band
4X4XU- Lainey Wilson cover- performed by The West Is The Best Trio
Brass in Pocket- The Pretenders// Performed by Joy Ride
Joy Ride Band Reel
Hollywood Nights- Bob Seger Cover // Performed by Alibi
Exes & Ohs- Elle King // Performed by Joy Ride
No Matter What- Badfinger cover- Performed by Joy Ride
Let My Love Open The Door- Pete Townshend // Performed by Joy Ride
If It Makes You Happy- Sheryl Crow- Performed by Joy Ride
Long Train Runnin’- The Doobie Brothers // Performed by Connecticut To Cali
Harvest Moon- Neil Young Cover // Performed by Connecticut To Cali
Rebel Yell- Billy Idol Cover- Performed by Alibi Band
Benny & The Jets- Elton John Cover // Performed by Alibi Band
Let’s Go- The Cars // Performed by Alibi Band
Rikki Don’t Lose That Number- Steely Dan // Performed by Alibi
Ballad of John and Yoko- John Lennon Cover // Performed by Alibi
Big Empty- STP Cover- Performed by Wicked Garden