While smooth and funky grooves are great and all, I`ve always had a soft spot for fast and difficult bass lines. Before I even got my first bass, I was mesmerized by players like Geddy Lee and...
Posts by Ian Partanen
When I got my first bass 16 years ago, I remember feeling overwhelmed by trying to learn chords. I didn`t know how to make use of the chords I memorized or what all the different names of them...
This post contains affiliate links When Leo Fender first introduced the bass guitar in the 50s it had a tug bar. Nowadays, thumb rests and tug bars are a rare sight, and manufacturers hardly ever...
Whether you are looking to learn new songs, teach others, or improve as a bassist, learning to read bass notation is an immensely helpful skill. One of the biggest regrets of my career is that it...
Maintaining your bass guitar in good condition is an essential part of being a bassist. Luckily, if you go about it the right way this does not require excessive amounts of work. As I...
Ghost notes are oftentimes what elevate bass lines from decent to great. Learning how to play them, can thus make your bass playing sound more dynamic, rhythmic, and groovy. In this article, I...
