Bass Lines In Minutes - A 'Plug-And-Play' Formula

[@elvisknelsen6136]

I love the 'drop out' demonstration. It shows the value of the bassist keeping time & keeping it simple. Thanks Luke, I'm off to practice!

[@lettuceboy2382]

I started out playing like this and when I got good I played a lot more notes and when I got really good I started playing like this again

[@bassomatic6055]

Its called serving the music instead of your ego. Takes time to work through the ego phase and requires ear development and listening to others more than yourself

[@paul-57]

@@bassomatic6055 You are right there, I think that your statement applies to all members playing in a band. It takes it from chaotic to cohesive.

[@kenhieter6582]

I have picked up and set down the bass for over 50 years. I have bought hundreds of dollars worth of books, tapes, cds, DVDs, and equipment. And this what I have been looking for. I can't thank you enough. I'm headed out, right now, to try it again at age 65. When the student is ready, the teacher appears. Thank you, thank you, thank you.💖👍🥰🙋‍♂️...I'm gonna paint by number....at least to start.😉

[@BecomeABassist]

Awesome @Ken Hieter! And absolutely nothing wrong with painting by numbers at the start. Use the formulas to lay your foundation, and when you're ready, you can build on top of it.

[@Ryanandfriendsofficial]

A fellow Kybalion appreciator.

[@jillgeary1313]

Really got a lot out of this video! Everyone says 'stay with the kick' but I've never heard it explained so simply - 2 easy steps - which makes it way more understandable and doable. Thanks Luke!

[@allancerf9038]

This was as damn good video; helpful. There are of course, some famous bassists who don't stay with the kick and some that don't connect the harmony at times. Many or most pop bassists do for sure.

[@zainabsaad245]

Of all the bass lessons on KZbin, yours make the most sense. Logical and to the point. 👍

[@BecomeABassist]

That's exactly what I aim for @Zainad Saad - thanks so much!

[@mikemorrell9297]

As a complete beginner, what I love about your approach/videos is that you teach the fundamentals of bass playing that can (depending on skill level and creativity) be applied in differenways. Very different to 'impress your friends with these x most famous bass lines"

[@stevebrawner9119]

Great advice, for beginners as well as seasoned bassists, nothing wrong with keeping the bass line simple and in time. Most other musicians will appreciate it.

[@blanchae]

Absolutely, I've cringed at some bands where the bass player and drummer don't listen to each other. Ruins the song as it sounds just off..

[@DeepFriedBeans23819]

This is 95% of being a bass player, just playing root notes all day, but if you're a motivated and talented bass player and youve got some good theory knowledge, youll learn to jazz up those notes by using filler notes and throwing in some style, some slap etc. But at its core this is bass playing for a lot of music

[@PushServer]

Well, you just play chord tones...

[@johnletitia]

This is the most clear lesson I have seen in a while, thank you!

[@pauljenkins2501]

Thank you for this video, which has been by far the most useful to me as a beginner bassist. I now play in a 5 piece folk band, where we dont have a percussionist, but I imagine what a drummer might play as a simple rhythm, and make my bass line follow that. It is surprising how a simple "root notes only" bassline can propel a band......

[@corkandi]

This may be simple but it's brilliantly explained, and I love the 'drop out' demonstration. It shows the value of the bassist keeping time & keeping it simple. Thanks Luke, I'm off to practice!

[@The-End-Of-The-Line]

Brilliant! You are an inspiration mate. Not only that, but you make the student feel that they can achieve what you demonstrate.

[@djlilith3210]

So why couldn’t I have seen this 2 years ago? This might be the best lesson I have ever had!

[@konichiwa.9340]

not a bassist nor a band band member but i want to learn the bass guitar and this vid is making me smile xD

[@lawrencesinderson]

Love your lessons and enthusiasm. Im a guitarist but your lessons make playing the bass so much fun.

[@devk2375]

Hey! I m a song writer,singer and producer and I was trying to make my first song and you helped me a lot

[@paul-57]

Two things? I thought you were gonna say a bass and fingers. Great videos, I have played Guitar for over 40 years and am just starting bass. Your videos are really helpful, especially to know what to focus on with bass.

[@ZeroTooL88]

One of the most helpful videos I've found for bass. So easy I can do it.

[@jamesy1955]

Brilliant. Straightforward stuff,which is what most people are looking for. 👍👏👏👏

[@BecomeABassist]

Glad you like it James - really appreciate it!

[@cris8769]

I like how you presented this idea. It's exactly the approach I used when I was transitioning from guitar to bass almost two decades ago. 😁 Keep up the good work! You're videos are helping a lot of people!

[@BecomeABassist]

Thanks Cris - I'll keep it up!

[@SL-yc6tm]

It's an amazing video for beginners! You can explain complex thing in simple way, that's genius.

[@motwakilshamoun4569]

I like your simplification style

[@BecomeABassist]

Cheers Motwakil! Really appreciate it.

[@dananskidolf]

Bah! The thumbnail promised me limit theory.

[@pencilbender]

There are no limits

[@paddydaddyo]

I think he’s actually playing in the key of Ahn-Ahn ...

[@CalebJohnson-v2g]

Great video…. But, yes…. Can you remake it without sounding like the third place contestant in a glory hole competition?

[@joewright5403]

Excellently communicated👍👍.. You have connected the dots in a practical manner that just shed Major light on my insight. Thank you!!

[@MxAshtonian]

Thanks! I just got my first bass yesterday after playing a 6 string for 13 years. This was my first time playing along with music and it was a lot of fun.

[@maliqazka8161]

You make everything simple and easier to understand.. Thank you sir

[@philxan]

Nice and simple, and yeah, really powerful! Another way you can have fun with it is how long you hold the notes. Swapping from playing a "long short" pattern, to a "short long" pattern can really change the feel, even though you are still just playing roots and with the kick drum. Its the power we have!! :D

[@BecomeABassist]

Absolutely Phil! There's so much you can do with so little - and great insight about the length of notes. It's one of the most important parts of a groove that's often glanced over.

[@DanielLizzama]

I find your tutorials very informative and the explanations are most helpful.

[@sullyhq]

Loving the simplicity of your lessons thanks, great for beginners

[@BecomeABassist]

Glad you're into it Graeme! Nothing wrong with keeping it simple!

[@clementbretanno1116]

You are a great teacher. Thank you.

[@BecomeABassist]

You're welcome Yanto - thanks for the kind words.

[@B_Riley]

Very helpful video! Im a long time rhythm guitar player and I’m just starting out on the bass. So this video helped me understand the foundations for getting started out... I signed up for your Next Level video, can’t wait to keep learning. Thanks so much!!

[@bretjohnston9519]

Hey! I like your videos; keep them coming! I did notice that the levels between your voice and when you’re playing are very different. When I have your voice at a comfortable level I can not hear your bass, but if I turn it up so I hear the bass, it sounds like your yelling. If you can fix that, I’m sure myself and others would benefit even more. Thanks again for your content!

[@RyanWright]

Good stuff. This is pretty much what I do to learn a song for the most part, then add in some walking bass transitions between the roots... :)

[@BecomeABassist]

Awesome! The little walk ups connecting the roots is great for taking this formula and adding a little extra flavor to it.

[@fordhammie]

Do you mean walking by connecting octaves?

[@RyanWright]

@@fordhammie yeah, basically

[@safeetau2871]

Thank you bro, for your teaching. You are very good and helpful.. I wish you all the best 👍

[@adrianch2527]

Awesome, Thank U Luke. Exactly what I needed to learn today. May the Force be with U.

[@jazielycamater1614]

Oh... my.... gosh.... this is so helpful😭😭 Thank you so much😘😘

[@BecomeABassist]

Great to hear it's useful! You're welcome!

[@110380michael]

This is exactly how I play bass if I haven't taken the time to learn the original line. It feels good to hear a pro teach it that way.

[@BecomeABassist]

If it works, it works!

[@MrRentgould]

Very simple and very cool, thanks

[@BecomeABassist]

No worries Gregorio! Cheers!

[@DD-df3kt]

Luke great job , looking for some bass lessons for my grand son to follow when I'm on the road . Most are to advanced for him right now and this way he will have someone for instruction when I'm gone. I will be visiting your web site.

[@nehamaty]

Thank you Luke nice video simple approach

[@ziggysmith2722]

Straight to the point, clear and concise! I’ve learned a lot from your videos!

[@munirmamadvafoev1208]

That's exactly how one should teach! Thank you so much for this epic video! No joke! Subscribed!

[@michaelnewsomegreen5500]

Such a great video, thank you Luke.

[@johnwilkerson1535]

Love that Spector! Best basses EVER

[@BecomeABassist]

She’s a beaut for sure!

[@jonathanreddish8590]

THIS.... is helpful.... thanks!

[@BecomeABassist]

Awesome to hear Jonathan! Glad you like it!

[@julianlopezjulian]

Awesome video. Loved the comparisons, helps to get the point. Cheers

[@lrb3989]

Your lessons are awesome

[@biffcorbot8839]

Nicely explained.

[@birkhagurung8493]

Really valuable to me!

[@KiwiMC99]

Thanks mate, great insights for a bass-beginner like me.

[@migueldemaria3830]

Works great thanks

[@srinamho8295]

Thnks 4 giving the basic lession.🤗✌👍🤘

[@BecomeABassist]

No worries friend - I hope it helps!

[@kingstumble]

Back in the day when I was a jobbing bass player I always made sure I was as near to the drummer as I could be----at his side if possible so I could see his legs (!) and always remember the acronym----KISS, i.e. Keep It Simple Stupid.

[@jamesmathew6236]

Very nice and easy on for starters!!

[@kviknayt]

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[@kenchung2675]

Uhhhhhhhhh, Uh uhhhhhhhh

[@ShakingMadDavid37]

Uhh uhhhhhhh uhhhhhhhyghhh

[@dumbr2098]

Uuuh uuuh uuuh yea?

[@farlzbarkley8036]

😂😂😂😂

[@WestonTeli]

Uhhhhhhhhhhhhh

[@AmarbirSingh]

Thanks a lot for this wonderful lesson

[@robertfreeman1941]

Great video lesson. Well done Luke!

[@BecomeABassist]

Cheers Robert! Glad you liked it!

[@luvindabass102]

Another great lesson!

[@jaspreetsingh-og3dr]

Thanks for the lesson dude.really helped..

[@BecomeABassist]

No worries at all Jaspreet. Thanks for checking out the lesson!

[@jaspreetsingh-og3dr]

@@BecomeABassist i wanna buy a bass guitar for warm and heavy low end..which one would u suggest ?

[@mrzap1]

After many teachers and many hours of trying to get "it" this blows my mind. This is so simple and easy!!! And it's just the first level but if I can get this down the sky's the limit!!! Thank You so much! BTW what drum machine are you using? Thanks!

[@BecomeABassist]

That's awesome to hear mrzap1! I'm happy this helped you get it! And I'm just using Garageband MIDI drums in this video. I think I used the SoCal kit, but don't quote me on that - I'm not 100% sure.

[@graggerythegreat9061]

I'm not good at painting by numbers tho kmsl👀👀👀 Jus Joshin yall. I found this video helpful. The way he broke the beat down

[@ivurivurivur]

Thank you Kanye very cool.

[@nantiplukalatur6292]

Seriously good for beginners. Am happy i found it!

[@spectrovision7466]

This is truly useful , thanks ..

[@wonderchild53]

Nice sweet lesson...!!

[@langdyleng2200]

The formula is too complicated! Love it! :)

[@BewdeKiPaathshaala]

Conveniently explained.. great lesson.

[@ahmadmahmudjamaluddin392]

Easy.... Love it. Thanks

[@nn567]

Cool. Great simple explanation. I like simple.

[@BecomeABassist]

Nothing wrong with simple at all! Thanks Speezy!

[@Ray.36963]

Thnak YOU🙏

[@inquiry9976]

Good stuff

[@BecomeABassist]

Cheers JR!

[@deffo_not_jd]

very nice. very simple. very good

[@BecomeABassist]

Many thanks

[@gazcorran8791]

This was very helpful Luke, thanks for the video! :D

[@BecomeABassist]

No worries Gary. Thanks so much for checking it out!

[@Digmen1]

As an ex crap bass player, I still say that the bass player is the heart of the band. Lay down the foundation. People want to dance to a band. You can't dance to a bass player playing a million miles an hour. (Victor Wooten and all these "amazing bass player" on youtube playing in the street.

[@xlfc]

2:40 - 2:47 ... that should be a meme :-D ae-a ae-a .. yeah? Let's go again!

[@LanguageOfTheMad]

This is real life advice.

[@T.kazuya]

This is very good lessons

[@BecomeABassist]

Thanks friend - I really appreciate it.

[@jasminesays]

Amazing... just like that I got it

[@berakaya]

Just awesome

[@schmeggynz]

Very helpful

[@jsclement3617]

this is beautiful

[@beerhistory]

I clicked the link for Next Level Bass Lines in the video, got the email, signed up, and was taken to a page titled "The Ultimate Guide To The Modes For Bass." Thanks for the free modes guide, but I was looking for the Next Level Bass Lines video. Could you send me a link? Thanks!

[@midasbrain]

This was amazing!!!

[@Musicwithzaid]

i love this man

[@andrewli7501]

thank you so much

[@rambo3870]

Great! That's Awesome!!!

[@danielpirollo4533]

Funny but very useful💪 thank you so much!

[@GuitarisGreat1]

nice lesson thank you!

[@benjaminkosch9674]

I have a question ,I am froh Austria what do you think froh basses ibanez 300 EW or yamaha tbrx174 to learn

[@sindhubiju9437]

Helped me so much

[@BecomeABassist]

Always good to hear Sindhu. Thanks for watching.

[@silasnkonfor168]

great one

[@BecomeABassist]

Thanks for checking it out Silas

[@shoguLIVE]

How do you find the "key relatives" i mean if i say okay F Major - do i look on my fretboard whats next to these or how do i find out what keys flow with the F Major?

[@PushServer]

Not sure what you're asking but the relative minor key is a sixth up, so for F Major, the relative minor key is D minor.

[@kostisskou1882]

That's pretty useful thanks

[@hpark72]

What software you use for your backing tracks? Thanks.

[@lynottfan4four826]

Helpful thank you

[@BecomeABassist]

You're welcome!

[@wilfredomendoza9932]

I want to learn those bass lines.

[@noeldesouzasouza3147]

Bravo 👍👏👏

[@vanpid]

I would add the simple tip if you are playing off the kick drum, cutting the sustained note off on the beat of the snare drum. Luke already does it naturally in both examples just didn't mention it.

[@PernilleFromHansen]

AWESOME - THANK YOU SOO MUCH :-D - could you check the link for the "Next level"?? Is doesn't work, and I would love to sign up for that :-)