Jean-Michel Labadie

Jean-Michel Labadie
Jean-Michel Labadie at Rock am Ring, 2017.
Background information
Born (1974-07-14) July 14, 1974
Genres Technical death metal, progressive metal, groove metal, thrash metal
Occupation(s) Musician
Instruments Bass
Years active 1998–present
Labels Listenable, Prosthetic, Roadrunner
Associated acts Gojira, Oihuka

Jean-Michel Labadie (born July 14, 1974) is a French musician best known as the bassist of metal band Gojira and previous bassist of Oihuka.[1]

Music

Labadie was influenced early on by bands such as Metallica, Sepultura and Pantera. As his taste expanded, he became immersed in the nu-metal movement, citing inspiration from Deftones and Korn. He is also influenced by death metal bands Morbid Angel and Cannibal Corpse.[2]

Equipment

Labadie is known to use a pick to play bass in Gojira. He uses Darkglass electronics when playing live with the band.

Bass guitars
  • Fender Deluxe Precision Bass
  • Fender Jazz Bass
Amplifiers and Cabinets
  • SWR Amps

Discography

Gojira

References

  1. ↑ "Blog de Gojira-LiNk - Page 11 - Gojira-LiNk : SkyblOg 100% GOJIRA - Skyrock.com". skyrock.com. Retrieved 2015-03-04.
  2. ↑ Lili-Anh LeMinh. "Gojira". confrontmagazine.com. Retrieved 2015-03-04.
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