Jesse Davidson
Bassist 

  • 1. Name: The Rod

  • 2. Role in the Band: Bass Player

  • 3. Hometown: Christchurch

  • 4. Favorite Bands/Influences: Salmonella Dub / Tahuna Beaks / dDub

  • 5. Favorite Song to Play Live: Fifth Kind (of course)

  • 6. Signature Move/Performance Style: Crip Walk

  • 7. Dream Collaboration: Oooo a wee Tahuna Breaks/SCROOGE number would go down good

  • 8. Favorite Tour Moment: SCROOGE secured a spot at Twisted Frequency when we were still a relatively unknown band. In the days leading up to our performance, I took it upon myself to wander through the festival grounds, encouraging everyone I met to head to the Groove Lounge at noon to catch one of the best bands they’d ever see—SCROOGE. When we arrived at the tent, it was filled to the brim with Rod's Rent-a-Crowd, and we delivered an unforgettable set.

  • 9. Favorite Food: Anything I can cook up on the BBQ whilst sipping back a few crafties

  • 10. Guilty Pleasure Song/Artist: Dancing Queen by Abba

  • 11. Favorite Saying or Quote: Massive doer, how good, what are ya.

  • 12. Most Embarrassing Stage Moment: Attempting to sing for the first time and forgetting to play bass mid song.

  • 13. Favorite Hobby Outside of Music: Getting lost up the Port Hills Mountain Biking

  • 14. Favorite Piece of Gear: Me Stingray for sure      

  • 15. If You Weren't a Musician, What Would You Be?: Would be a War Correspondent – Big Dreams  

Jesse Davidson, affectionately known as Rod, is the bassist of SCROOGE and a respected figure in the music scene. Growing up in a musical family with parents who performed in a Fleetwood Mac and Totally 80s tribute shows, Jesse was immersed in music from a young age. This rich musical upbringing has shaped his eclectic taste, with influences ranging from Salmonella Dub to System of a Down. Rod's deep understanding of music and his solid bass lines provide a robust foundation for SCROOGE’s sound. His experience and professionalism have quickly earned him respect among peers and audiences alike. Jesse's contributions to SCROOGE are marked by his rhythmic precision and his ability to blend various musical styles seamlessly, making him an integral part of the band's unique identity.

JESSE DAVIDSON
FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/jesse.davidson.3990

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/therodd/