Biography
Tiffany "TiffsBass" Lloyd
Professional bass guitarist and instructor
As one of the industry’s top bass performers, Tiffany Lloyd is known across the globe for her instrumental mastery. Having founded TiffsBass® in 2011, the artist, entrepreneur, creator, director, performer, and songwriter has pivoted her passions into a profitable and purposeful business. Tiffany’s fans experience the promotion of love and positivity through her performances, developing a heightened sense of awareness for the messages her music communicates.
TiffsBass is the only female bassist member of the Grammy Award Recording Academy of the Washington D.C. Chapter. She is also a mentor for the Recording Academy’s Grammy U program, as well as for Jammcard, where she gives expert advice on navigating one’s career and developing one’s skillset.
In January of 2023, Tiffany "TiffsBass" Lloyd was included in Marquis Who’s Who in America for her dedication to the Entertainment Industry. In all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals that are profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
On stage, TiffsBass has been privileged to work with National and International Recording Artists Yolanda Adams, Ledisi, Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, Nile Rodgers, Tarriona Tank Ball, JP Saxe, Dennis Chambers, Sofia Carson, Jae Deal, Lynn Whitfield, Mo'Horns, Maysa Leak, Avery Sunshine, Sasha Allen, Paula Champion, Mrs. Kristen Scott of Basketball Wives of L.A., Kenny Lattimore, KeKe Wyatt, Lisa Raye, Todd Dulaney, Chris Woods, and more. She currently has music published on all platforms including her recent release, “Paradise.”
Among Tiffany's many accomplishments, she is the first black female bass guitarist to endorse the custom, hand-crafted Elrick Bass Guitars. She is also the first USA-based endorsee of GRBass amps! Tiffany’s artist endorsements also include MONO Creators, Bartolini Pickups & Electronics, LK Straps, Collabrio Studio and her favorite string brand, Elixir Strings.
Among TiffsBass’ multiple magazine, radio & podcast interviews, and music videos, she was featured in Bass Musician’s Magazine in the February 2021 issue, as well as Global Woman Magazine in the July 2021 issue.
TiffsBass was the bassist for the Off-Broadway play, “For Colored Girls” by Ntozake in Manhattan, New York. Just this spring, TiffsBass was afforded the amazing opportunity to be the bassist for the Grammy Recording Academy’s Grammy on the Hill event in April of 2022.
Interviews/Events
City Winery
October 20, 2022 / City Winery D.C.
TiffsBass performing live at City Winery D.C. Doors open at 6PM | Show at 8PM
Grammy's on the Hill
April 27, 2022 / Washington, D.C.
TiffsBass was the selected bassist for the Grammy Recording Academy’s Grammy's on the Hill event on April 27, 2022
64th Grammy Awards
April 3, 2022 / Las Vegas, NV
TiffsBass attended the 64th Grammy Awards again in Las Vegas, NV
Tiff's Tips: Take It To The Next Level
March 28, 2022 / Guitar Girl Magazine
Tiff's Tips in Spring 2022 issue of Guitar Girl Magazine (page 62)
Chelsey Green and The Green Project
November 28, 2021 / Keystone Korner Baltimore
Home for the Holidays with Chelsey Green and The Green Project. 2 Shows 5PM & 7:30PM
Chelsey Green and The Green Project
November 27, 2021 / Keystone Korner Baltimore
Home for the Holidays with Chelsey Green and The Green Project. 2 Shows 7:30PM & 10PM
TiffsBass Is interviewed by host Caz!
August 28, 2021 / Virtual interview
TiffsBass®️ Is interviewed by host Caz! Great conversation!
Don't Mute DC: Ladies of the Pocket
August 21, 2021 - 7PM / The Kennedy Center
A musical jam session exploring our journey from Africa and the Djembe Drum to DC's Go-Go and the Conga Drum.
Tammy Padilla Interviews Tiffsbass
July 29, 2021 / Let's Talk About Him - The Lord
Tammy Padilla interviews Tiffany (TiffsBass) Lloyd, an anointed musician, traveling the world, and more.
Vibe Checkz interview - Matthew Jones with TiffsBass
February 24, 2021 / Podcast Interview
Vibe Checkz interview - Matthew Jones with TiffsBass
Chit Chat and music with Tiffsbass on the Smiley J Artist Zone
February 21, 2021 / The Smiley J Artist Zone
Chit Chat and music with beautiful Bassist Tiffany
Daric Bennett Interviews Tiffsbass
September 9, 2020 / Podcast Interview
Talking Bass - Daric Bennett interviews Tiffany "TiffsBass" Lloyd.
A Sista’s Circle with Ida Crawford w/ Special Guest Tiffany Lloyd
May 7, 2020 / A Sista’s Circle with Ida Crawford
Interview with Sista's Circle Ida Crawford on Just Minding My Business Media ft. TiffsBass. Listen online. Available on iTunes, iHeart Radio Podcast and Spotify
Just Minding My Business
May 7, 2020 / Just Minding My Business
Listen to Tiffsbass podcast interview with Just Minding My Business.
Guitar Girl Magazine
May 1, 2020 / Guitar Girl Magazine
Watch Highlights from Guitar Girl Magazine Live Q&A session with Elixir Strings.
Tone Talk with TiffsBass
January 5, 2020 / Guitar Girl Magazine
Tone Talk with TiffsBass Interview with Guitar Girl Magazine.
Urban Buzz Magazine
January 10, 2019 / Urban Buzz Magazine
Listen to Tiffsbass podcast interview with Urban Buzz Magazine.
Alfred Street
Baptist Church
Every 2nd & 3rd Saturday / 6 PM
Every 2nd & 3rd Sunday / 7:15AM; 9:30AM; 11:30AM
Find TiffsBass at Alfred Street Baptist Church located at 301 S Alfred Street Alexandria, VA 22314.
Latest Single
Paradise
Released: 01/20/2020
Genre: Jazz: Jazz-Funk
Format: Digital download, CD
Viscosity - Single
Viscosity
Released: 03/21/2014
Genre: Jazz: Jazz-Funk
Format: Digital download, CD
Contact for Booking
For booking and press inquiries please complete and submt the form below or contact info@tiffsbass.com
Latest News
Tiffany "TiffsBass" Lloyd on Jammcard
"TiffsBass" is a featured artist/mentor on Jammcard, a community of the world’s leading music professionals. We produce technology, media and events to elevate the music industry and create opportunities for those in it. 1-on-1 video calls with music’s leading professionals are available.
Tiffany "TiffsBass" Lloyd Celebrated for Dedication to the Entertainment Industry
"TiffsBass" has been included in Marquis Who's Who. As in all Marquis Who's Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility, and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.
Tiffany Lloyd aka TiffsBass: Phenomenal Woman
TiffsBass is the featured artist on the Summer 2022 cover of Guitar Girl Magazine! Read the exciting interview about this Phenomenal Woman. Tiffany was recently featured in Global Woman Magazine as one of the “Top 10 Female Entrepreneurs Guiding Us Into A Better 2022” and attended the 64th GRAMMYs, where she had the pleasure of being the bassist for the 20th Annual GRAMMYs on the Hill Awards.
Tone Talk with Tiffany Lloyd aka TiffsBass
Check out this feature interview with TiffsBass in Guitar Girl Magazine. Read some TiffsBass personal techniques, preferences and advice to inspiring bassists. She reveals who first inspired her to play bass guitar, studio techniques, preferred instrument brands, how she keeps her sound consistent and more!
Tiffany “TiffsBass” Lloyd is Still the Band’s Secret Weapon
10 years ago, bass playing was dominated mainly by men. In recent years, the number of talented female bassists has grown drastically. TiffsBass is a brand with which her fellow artists, musicians, & producers want to collaborate.
Top 10 Female Entrepreneurs Guiding Us Into A Better 2022
As one of the industry’s top bass performers, Tiffany Lloyd is known across the globe for her instrumental mastery. Having founded TiffsBass in 2011, the artist, entrepreneur, creator, director, performer, and songwriter has...
‘Octet’: A Virtual Guitar Ensemble, Featuring Tiffany Lloyd on Bass
Bassist Tiffany Lloyd Plays Elixir Electric Bass Nickel Plated Steel Strings with NANOWEB Coating in ‘Octet’, which weaves a sonic tapestry of strident electric rhythm guitars in a celebration of the instrument, its versatility and...
Bassist Tiffany “Tiffsbass” Lloyd on “Paradise,” gear, and more
While Tiffany “Tiffsbass” Lloyd is an accomplished lifelong musician, she is also an absolute genius with the bass guitar. Listen to her play once, and you’ll be sold on her skill with the bass.
TIFFSBASS
Check out the feature article on Tiffs Bass in this month's issue of Urban Magazine. Tiffs Bass is an accomplished musician who has worked with a long list of recording artists and entertainers, including Gladys Knight, Yolanda Adams, Kenny Lattimore, and more.
Meet Tiffany Lloyd
We @fretsisters have an excellent guest for our fourteenth episode. The next Between Frets podcast is with @tiffsbass. Tiffany Lloyd is a bass player based out of the DMV area. Tiffany is currently working on finishing her album, check out her single, Viscosity.
