“I got a call: 'Peter Frampton needs a bass player. Can you do it?' This was Tuesday. By Friday, I was playing my first show”: Bass legend John Regan reflects on his career with Frampton and Frehley in his final interview

Peter Frampton performs live at Harley-Davidson's 105th Anniversary Celebration on August 30, 2008 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

Throughout rock and metal history, there have been many overlooked players. Especially bassists. And given his untimely passing this year, on April 7, 2023, one that immediately comes to mind is John Regan.

Of course, when I dialed in with Regan on Tuesday, April 4, 2023, I had no way of knowing that it would be for the last time. As far as I knew, despite being 71 years of age, John was in good health. And during our call, it was clear that his spirits were even better.