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Teaching myself bass guitar...
Alex C:
I'm not a big fan of slap either, actually, but funk in general is chock full of good examples of bass players taking on extremely prominent roles in a song whereas Burton and Entwhistle are more like strange but wonderful blips on the radar when viewed in the greater context of their respective genres. Besides, I really meant my post in the most literal way possible: I defy you to find someone who enjoys playing an instrument more than Larry Graham. :mrgreen:
Albatron:
Thats a good point. I think bass is allowed to shine more in funk because it's a big part of the funk sound. In rock, metal etc, guitar is a much bigger part of the sound for most bands.
Spluff:
--- Quote from: Albatron on 28 Jun 2008, 19:56 ---Thats a good point. I think bass is allowed to shine more in funk because it's a big part of the funk sound. In rock, metal etc, guitar is a much bigger part of the sound for most bands.
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It looks like Primus thinks that most metal could be improved by the addition of prominent basslines, too.
Ballard:
If you want to hear a great rock band where the bass often takes a prominent role, listen to Black Rebel Motorcycle Club. Granted, they're a power trio and the two members that don't drum both switch off on bass and guitar.
PassiveTheory:
Ridiculous bass solos don't constitute fun; they're just pretentious or frenetic. Slap is sorta fun, but the novelty wears out after a year or two.
The whole idea of limiting yourself to one instrument is ridiculous. Sure it's nice to be good at something, but being able to transition from instrument to instrument is more fun and more challenging.
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