Rex Brown of Down/Pantera

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by Chris A.
Staff Writer

In recent years my musical tastes have zeroed in on two particular genres – melodic rock and the New Wave of British Heavy Metal (NWOBHM) scene, and where those genres cross most effectively is long running band Praying Mantis. I was shocked when I heard from founding bassist Chris Troy that the band would be recording their new album in Marietta, GA – practically in my own back yard. He invited me over to Muse Productions to hear some of the new material and chat with him and brother (and founding guitarist) Tino about the latest developments for Praying Mantis.

Rex Brown cut his teeth playing bass guitar for the influential heavy metal band Pantera. Now with Down, he continues to share the stage with his friend and former Pantera band-mate Phil Anselmo. When Down stopped over in Cincinnati to play Bogarts I had the chance to speak with Rex.

We spoke about why and how he became a bass player, his approach to learning the bass, his advice for young players and much more.

We also discuss Pantera and Down.

Enjoy the photos, sit back and listen to Rex.