David Hood, born September 21, 1943, is a renowned American bassist and session musician from Muscle Shoals, Alabama. He is best known as the longtime bassist for Muscle Shoals Sound Studio, contributing to numerous classic recordings in soul and rock music. His deep, groove-oriented bass playing has been a defining element of the legendary "Muscle Shoals Sound." As a session musician, Hood has played on countless hit records, providing the solid rhythmic foundation that characterizes many iconic songs.
