This is where we track progress and stay locked in. 💪🏾 Each week, drop your check-in using this format: ✅ Module Completed 💡 Biggest Takeaway 🔁 Action Step for This Week 🙏🏾 Affirmation or Prayer for the Week Post yours below 👇🏾 — let’s stay consistent and grow together. We’re not just learning… we’re becoming the kind of musicians people call first. 🎶 #GPCU #GoodPeopleOnly #Accountability #BuiltByGoodPeople

Ready checklist: 1. Making sure I know the set from top to bottom 2. Making sure my gear is on and working properly ( keys, bass, keybass, Ableton live, etc. ) 3. Making sure I know all the transitions, licks, playing the record 4. I always will have a backup plan in case of anything and I always know how to use any part of my rig to help me incase of any situation 5. Being calm in the moment and knowing how. to resolve the problem in a timely manner 6. Being professional even when things are going wrong Backup Plan : 1. Backup MIDI keyboards (49 & 61+ keys) ready to plug in if my main boards fails ( Keys, KeyBass and Aux ) 2. Backup patches pre-loaded on laptop (pianos, pads, EPs, leads, keybass, orch hits etc.) 3. Extra sustain pedals & cables in bag 4. Stems saved on USB drives and phone 5. Printed or screenshot setlist + keys + arrangements 6. Secondary laptop setup for emergency playback situations 7. Second power strip / extension cord nearby 8. Duplicate Ableton session saved in a separate backup folder Preparation Habits : 1. Review set the night before 2. Test keyboard, interface, Ableton routing & click/cues 3. Charge laptops before departing 4. Communication with my team 5. Warming up my hands and my body + mentally rehearse transitions, licks and anything else I need to lock-in with for the show 6. Praying to God and mentally preparing myself before going on stage, also locking within myself and being READY to go

RYAN JOHNSON Professional Bassist | Content Creator | Touring & Studio Musician 📍 Atlanta Georgia, USA Website: http://RyanJohnsonOnBass.com Instagram: @ay_its_ryan (11K+ followers) YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/RyanJohnsononbass (6K+ subscribers | YouTube Partner) ⸻ About Ryan Johnson Ryan Johnson is a professional bass guitarist known for his musical precision, adaptability, and artist-first approach. Raised in church and shaped by gospel, R&B, and contemporary music, he brings a deep pocket, strong musical instincts, and a disciplined performance mindset to every stage and session. Based in Georgia, Ryan has performed and recorded with a range of gospel and R&B artists, earning a reputation for consistency, preparation, and the ability to adjust seamlessly in real time. Whether in rehearsal, studio, or live performance, his focus is always on serving the artist’s vision while maintaining the highest musical standard. ⸻ INFLUENCE & REACH • Top 80 Bass Music Influencers of 2025 (Feedspot) – Ranked #41 https://influencers.feedspot.com/bass_music_instagram_influencers/ • Instagram: 11K+ followers • YouTube: 6K+ subscribers | YouTube Partner • Global exposure through live performance, touring, church, and studio work ⸻ SELECTED ARTIST CREDITS • Trey McLaughlin & SOZ (featured in videos with millions of views) • Travis Greene • Brittany B • Alexis Spight • Mali Music • Tre Sounds – Best Band in CSRA (2022–2024) Additional performance and video links available upon request. ⸻ DISCOGRAPHY HIGHLIGHTS • Draw Me Close — Bass Instrumental (Apple Music) https://music.apple.com/us/album/draw-me-close-bass-instramental-cover/1844150533 • Any Given Sunday – Live at the Tabernacle (Album) • Ghetto Feng Shui — Brittany B • Holes (Live from Forward City) — Travis Greene

Just felt like posting sorry the lead line came in too loud #shesbackonkeysandbass

This year was tough for me in many ways. But out of it, GPCU was born — and that means everything. I’m truly grateful for every single one of you in here. Your support, your presence, and your belief matter more than you know. Thank you for being part of this journey with me. We’re just getting started. 🙏🏾💙 — Dammo