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Best rock bass player

Today is the 11th anniversary of John Entwistle's death. I had the pleasure of seeing him play live a few times and was always impressed by his musicality and ability to keep up with Keith Moon- much less lay a foundation for Pete Townshend. I also have always enjoyed Chris Squire, Stanley Clarke, and Flea for similar reasons. Who are some of your favorites?
maxnewid
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mapman
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Cym,

So you've heard Bach play then, I assume? :^)

Hard to argue with McCartney, all things considered.

Jamerson did the bass playing for Motown? That's a pretty good resume as well!
pops
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Dusty Hill ZZ TOP! Jack Bruce, John Entwistle, and a call out to Bill Wyman for laying down the best rhythm with Keith and Charlie!
cymbop
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Yeah, Bach's feet are the Original Bass Player. And they rock.

James Jamerson (and the Funk Brothers rhythm section that he anchored) played on more #1 hits than the Beatles, Stones, and Elvis combined. But since he didn't sing, nobody cares.
chatta
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+1 on Steve Harris.
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tostadosunidos
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Also: Rick Danko (The Band). Fine work on the first two records.
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