Play Everywhere, Regret Nothing: Becky Baldwin on Bass, Bands & Breaking Through

What does a real career in music actually look like?

In this episode, Pete sits down with Becky Baldwin, one of the UK’s busiest rock and metal bass players. Becky performs with King Diamond, Merciful Fate, Fury and Delilah Bonn, and has built a career that many musicians dream of.

But unlike the myth of the “big break”, Becky’s journey has been built on years of small steps, networking, relentless work and adapting to the modern music industry.

From growing up in a small village with no music scene, to building an international career, Becky shares honest insights about what it really takes to survive as a professional bass player.

This episode covers everything from imposter syndrome and networking to building a personal brand online and creating multiple income streams as a musician.

If you're serious about building a career in music — this conversation is packed with real-world advice.

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Key Topics

• Becky Baldwin’s early bass influences (Cliff Burton, Lemmy and more)
• Growing up without a music scene and moving to Bristol
• Why most gigs come from networking — not auditions
• The reality of building a music career without a “big break”
• Dealing with imposter syndrome as a professional musician
• Using social media as a modern musician’s showreel
• Why authenticity matters more than chasing trends
• Balancing teaching, performing and multiple income streams
• Building trust and reputation in the music scene
• Practical advice for bass players trying to break into the industry