A lot of good players already listed, let me add Leo Lyons of Tens Years After.
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?
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My list (includes funk & soul)
... most already mention but here goes anyway. James Jamerson.. underpinned the Motown sound. Marvin Gaye sought him out to play on 'What's Going On' . Paul McCartney for his melodic lines listen to I Want You (She's So Heavy) from Abbey Road Bernard Edwards (Chic) some of my favourite bass lines Check out "Good Times' Same bass line used on Sugar Hill Gang's 'Rapper's Delight" Larry Graham the father of slap. John Entwistle . 'Thunderfinger' influenced many other bassists. + many more Also have to mention Doug Wimbish (Living Colour, Jungle Funk) I had the pleasure of seeing him play live a couple of times my jaw was on the floor! |
I finally investigated and found the name of the bass player from the original soundtrack recording of Hair. I've always loved the fun loving bouncing musical bass lines there! He is Jimmy Lewis who apparently had an impressive resume prior. I need to dig deeper into some of those classic artist's recordings that he played on. |
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