Biography
Sally Bartlett, or “Sally G” as she’s fondly called, has been playing the bass for over three decades, and in most music genres – covers ranging from funk to R&B, salsa to meringue, classic, heavy metal and alternative rock, country – you name it, she’s played it with many talented and renowned musicians. Her experience include a few original projects and studio work has well.
The ‘street-taught’ Monterey Bay, California import has been residing in Las Vegas for almost a decade. She's been able to devote her full time to music and has toured all over the U.S... Various groups include: Purple Reign (THE Prince Tribute Show, one of the biggest acts in Las Vegas), Soul/R&B's Tresure and Dreamstone, bassist for title track, "Living by Faith", with Martin Cantu (L-Rey Music) on his Christian CD, played in two, all female rock groups (BandShe and Dangerous Curves), Bluff Control, FutureX, Mighty Spice Band (Latin & Blues), The Hit Factory, Las Vegas Music Machine, EnDenial, JOY Band, Early Clover’s “Tribute to Motown” CD, country originals with Jerod Rogers (Kenny Roger's nephew), Cat Daddy and MANY more. Two groups she's played with were nominated for awards - with "Bluff Control", VRMA 2012 (Vegas Rocks Magazine Awards) and with "Tresure", BMA's 2013 (Rock and Soul) for best R&B. She's also taught youngsters who have a passion for the bass. Currently, she's dedicating much of her time in the creative aspect, working on a Smooth Jazz album along with her beau, Damon Bartlett.
Sally G has also worn many hats in her lifetime. She’s modeled, won a beauty contest (she was “Miss Monterey”) and even lived in Japan for 10 years where she was a game show host and appeared on various television programs. Japanese was her first language. But her passion for music always brought her back to the bass.
Her inspirations - well beyond a few listed here: Marcus Miller, Victor Wooten, Steve Bailey, Jimmy Haslip, Nathan East, Geddy Lee, Verdine White, Louis Johnson, ... lately her listening music library includes Boney James, Rick Braun, Kim Waters, The Rippingtons, Jeff Lorber, Mezzoforte, Chris Standring, Paul Brown, Threestyle, Rob Tardik, Paul Taylor and all other very talented Smooth Jazz artists!
