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[10/25/23 - 12:04 PM]
Paramount+ Announces New Docuseries "Geddy Lee Asks: Are Bass Players Human Too?" to Premiere December 5
In the series, famed Rush bassist Geddy Lee travels to the homes of some of music's most renowned bass players and digs into the stories that make these musicians stand out.

[via press release from CBS]

PARAMOUNT+ ANNOUNCES NEW DOCUSERIES "GEDDY LEE ASKS: ARE BASS PLAYERS HUMAN TOO?" TO PREMIERE DECEMBER 5

Hosted by Rock Legend Geddy Lee, Docuseries Features Interviews With Some of Music's Most Renowned Bass Players

Produced by Banger Films and MTV Entertainment Studios

October 25, 2023 - Paramount+ today announced that the new docuseries GEDDY LEE ASKS: ARE BASS PLAYERS HUMAN TOO? will premiere exclusively on the service Tuesday, December 5, in the U.S. and Canada and the following day in the U.K., Australia, Latin America, Brazil, Italy, France, Germany, Switzerland and Austria.

Produced by Banger Films and MTV Entertainment Studios, in GEDDY LEE ASKS: ARE BASS PLAYERS HUMAN TOO? famed Rush bassist Geddy Lee travels to the homes of some of music's most renowned bass players and digs into the stories that make these musicians stand out. A follow-up to his recent book, "Geddy Lee's Big Beautiful Book of Bass," the new 4-part series features episodes with Krist Novoselic (Nirvana), Les Claypool (Primus), Melissa Auf der Maur (Hole, Smashing Pumpkins) and Rob Trujillo (Metallica).

"The idea for this show was born out of interviews I did for my first book "The Big, Beautiful Book of Bass," said Lee. "I was struck that these accomplished musicians also lived incredibly interesting, multifaceted lives offstage. Who knew bass players were so effin' human?"

In his long-awaited and revealing memoir, "My Effin' Life" (Harper; November 14, 2023), the Rock and Roll Hall of Famer delves into his extraordinary personal history and takes fans behind the scenes of 50 years of rock, sweat and tears with his legendary band. Lee will embark on the 19-city "My Effin' Life In Conversation" tour in the U.S., Canada and the U.K., hitting New York, Montreal, Vancouver, Los Angeles, Glasgow and London, among others. Tickets for all dates are available at rush.com/geddylee.

GEDDY LEE ASKS: ARE BASS PLAYERS HUMAN TOO? is produced by Allan Weinrib, and executive produced by Scot McFadyen, Sam Dunn, Rick Krim, Bruce Gillmer and Amanda Culkowski. Dunn serves as director of the series and Daniel Richler as writer.

About Paramount+

Paramount+, a direct-to-consumer digital subscription video on-demand and live streaming service, combines live sports, breaking news and A Mountain of Entertainment(TM). The streaming service features an expansive library of original series, hit shows and popular movies across every genre from world-renowned brands and production studios, including BET, CBS, Comedy Central, MTV, Nickelodeon, Paramount Pictures and the Smithsonian Channel. Paramount+ with SHOWTIME (R), the service's cornerstone plan, is also home to SHOWTIME (R) content including scripted hits, critically acclaimed nonfiction projects, SHOWTIME SPORTS (R) (including industry-leading SHOWTIME Boxing (R)) and films. This premium plan includes unmatched events and sports programming through the local live CBS stream, including golf to basketball and more. All Paramount+ subscribers have streaming access to CBS News Network for 24/7 news and CBS Sports HQ for sports news and analysis. For more information about Paramount+, please visit www.paramountplus.com and follow @ParamountPlus on social platforms.

About SHOWTIME/MTV Entertainment Studios & Paramount Media Networks

SHOWTIME/MTV Entertainment Studios & Paramount Media Networks is a global network of media assets that reaches over one billion people in more than 180 countries featuring some of the most iconic brands in entertainment including SHOWTIME, MTV, Comedy Central and Paramount Network among others - and, its Studios arm which produces 120+ series annually, including some of today's biggest hits such as Yellowstone, Yellowjackets, Emily in Paris, 1883, 1923, George & Tammy, South Park, Tulsa King, RuPaul's Drag Race, The Challenge and Jersey Shore, to name a few.

About Banger Films

Banger Films is an award-winning global leader in music and documentary storytelling. Founded by Scot McFadyen and Sam Dunn in 2004, Banger's catalogue includes critically acclaimed documentary series, feature docs, live concerts, and kids' programs featuring the biggest names in pop culture and entertainment. Past projects include the Emmy and Peabody winning series Hip-Hop Evolution, GRAMMY nominated films Rush: Beyond The Lighted Stage and ZZ Top: That Little Ol' Band From Texas, Tribeca audience choice winner Super Duper Alice Cooper, and the breakthrough heavy metal film Metal: A Headbanger's Journey. Banger's films and series have premiered at every major festival from TIFF to SXSW to Tribeca, and streamed worldwide on Netflix, Paramount+, YouTube Originals, A&E, and other major platforms.

About Geddy Lee

Geddy Lee is the vocalist, bassist, and keyboard player for the Hall of Fame rock group Rush, with drummer Neil Peart and guitarist Alex Lifeson. As one of the most successful Canadian music groups in history, Rush has performed before millions of fans around the world. Ranked by Rolling Stone in the top ten bassists of all-time, Rush's energetic front-man has long been acclaimed for his wizard-like musical talent and mesmerizing performances. Geddy lives in Toronto, Canada. Lee's first publishing foray, Geddy Lee's Big Beautiful Book of Bass, was a national bestseller. Now, with My Effin' Life, he grants both music and memoir lovers a true glimpse into his life - one they will treasure.





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