As a bass guitarist since the 1960's, I have concluded over the years that there are two philosophies in being a bass guitarist.
Bass Playing Philosophy #1:
Playing bass guitar is to become one with the depth of the song. The bass player is to define the melody and bring rhythmic harmony to the flow of the music. To play bass is to become the glue between the vocals, other instruments and percussion; to bring a measure of fullness to the music and to anchor the foundation of the song.
Bass Playing Philosophy #2:
GRIP IT AND RIP IT!!!
I tend to follow Philosophy #2
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Bass Playing Philosophy #1:
Playing bass guitar is to become one with the depth of the song. The bass player is to define the melody and bring rhythmic harmony to the flow of the music. To play bass is to become the glue between the vocals, other instruments and percussion; to bring a measure of fullness to the music and to anchor the foundation of the song.
Bass Playing Philosophy #2:
GRIP IT AND RIP IT!!!
I tend to follow Philosophy #2
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