Chuck Garric Unites Bassists at Boardwalk Rock Fest
Kevin Baldes’ photos highlight the bassist’s dynamic stage presence, uniting fellow players
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It Takes One To Know One
Chuck Garric, bassist for Alice Cooper and Beasto Blanco, took to Instagram recently to share a striking image captured by photographer Kevin Baldes at Boardwalk Rock Fest in Atlantic City. Garric captioned the shot ‘It takes one to know one,’ thanking Baldes for his keen eye and lauding the camaraderie among bass players. The photo, which shows Garric mid-performance with his signature white Fender Precision bass, quickly drew praise under the hashtag #bassplayersunite.
Basslines And Backstages
Known for his thunderous grooves in Alice Cooper’s live band, Garric has built a reputation as a powerhouse on stage. His Instagram archives include dozens of concert photos, but a recent black-and-white shot from the Porsche Arena in Stuttgart stood out. In the post (https://www.instagram.com/p/DH7whlWKwwM/), Garric tagged @paranoyd_magazin and Alice Cooper, adding #bassguitarist and #legend to capture the moment’s intensity. Fans admired the contrast of spotlight and shadow, a testament to both Garric’s presence and Baldes’ skill behind the lens.
Looking Ahead On Tour
Beyond festival stages, Garric continues to champion his side project, Beasto Blanco. In an Instagram update (https://www.instagram.com/p/DJXawNONBqI/), he shared news of upcoming shows with special guests I Ya Toyah and Dätcha Mandala. The short caption simply read ‘tour update: Beasto Blanco w/ special Guest I Ya Toyah and Dätcha Mandala,’ signaling fresh dates on the horizon. Garric’s followers responded enthusiastically, with many tagging fellow bassists and promising to keep #bassplayersunite alive wherever the tour rolls.
As these snapshots make the rounds online, Chuck Garric’s fusion of performance and personality continues to click with fans and photographers alike. From Atlantic City’s festival grounds to European arenas and beyond, his journey behind the bass fretboard remains as compelling as ever. Whether rocking with Alice Cooper or leading Beasto Blanco, Garric proves that a great shot is more than a still image—it’s a reminder of music’s shared pulse that keeps players and fans plugged in.
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