3 Steps to Killer Bass Fills (for Beginners)

[@BassBuzz]

What’s your favorite bass fill of all time? 🎸 Timestamps for this lesson: 0:31 - Pick A Rhythm 1:58 - Rhythm Demo 3:07 - Pick A Shape 3:30 - Root Fifth Octave 5:24 - Major Triangle Shape 6:06 - Minor Triangle Shape 6:49 - Root Fifth Octave Play-along 8:40 - Major Play-along 9:19 - Minor Play-along

[@romanlopina5120]

Can you do a part 2 of some of those more complicated fills? Loved the video but want to get more in depth.

[@Lakshdeepsinha]

Some Phil Lesh breakdowns?

[@GrungeGarden]

The one in Liar by Queen by John Deacon!

[@MrPunkrockkid69]

Probably RHCP - Around the World

[@hannahwalker7221]

BassBuzz “Killing Floor” blues style

[@maks886]

Problems for beginner bass players: exist BassBuzz: SHAPES

[@TheHeck69]

I like shapes but idk. Idk the notes. I have no clue what he means when he says ok kids go on the b note then your going to go onto the f and then c#. If he said ok go from the 4th fret on the A string to the 7th fret on the d string to the 5th fret on the e string.

[@F.Castle]

@@TheHeck69 He has a video about the money notes, that could help you out.

[@danielangulo3720]

@@TheHeck69 The sooner you learn the notes on the fretboard, the better. Little by little it becomes innate and you don't have to think about it.

[@TheHeck69]

@@F.Castle oh yush. I shall check it out.

[@TheHeck69]

@Supergroovalisticprosifunkstication okie dokie. Much appreciated

[@etyramone2000]

Your channel is definitely very useful, with a great sense of humor but before anything, I really love how you explain all with clear and easy to understand schematics. Thank you for that, never change a thing

[@BassBuzz]

Thanks Ety!

[@etyramone2000]

@@BassBuzz My pleasure ! I know music isn't about reading but for visual learners like me, that makes a HUGE difference. 🙏

[@jwal1992]

If y’all want to binge on bass fills, you should research 1) Turn arounds 2) 2-5-1’s 3) Leading tones Thanks for the videos! Cheers!

[@jimdiskin3760]

can you name some popular songs w the 2-5-1 going on? i am just now encountering this progression ...

[@jwal1992]

@@jimdiskin3760 Like top 40 songs? Not 100% sure, 2-5-1’s are most common in jazz tunes from the early 20th century (Duke Ellington, John Coltrane, Miles Davis, etc.). Some good songs to start with though are Autumn Leaves, Take the A Train, and All The Things You are. Very good analysis videos of all those songs on KZbin. Hope this helps!

[@MatteoAntonyMistretta]

Thank you Josh, you're a true fill-anthropist!

[@BassBuzz]

HAHA thanks Matteo. :P

[@jordyntaylor5968]

Did somebody say Phil? * proceeds to listen to in the air tonight while watching Dr Phil bash pedestrians *

[@goodsprings5271]

Hilarious

[@fernisplant]

I vibe with Noob Josh. The homies love Noob Josh.

[@leiladekwatro3147]

Bro the homies *are* noob josh

[@barisgym01]

I haven't commented on any of your videos so far, Josh, but I feel I need to tell you: you are the most amazing bass teacher on youtube. I started playing bass half a year ago, and I improved my skills to a whole new level, thanks to your fantastic explanations and teaching. Thank you for all your lessons mate! Cheers from Hungary!🤙

[@BassBuzz]

Thank you so much!

[@julianstarkey1215]

You’ve inspired me to play bass thanks a lot

[@BassBuzz]

That's awesome Julian!

[@TheHeck69]

Nice.

[@pavese1379]

I was worried to buy a bass and regret it wishing I had bought a guitar instead, but it's been 1 year since I bought my bass and I haven't regretted it even a bit

[@sandipbiswas766]

@@pavese1379 Great!! I wanted to play the bass because not many people wants to do so. Everyone wants a guitar generally. Who's your inspiration btw?

[@firstnamelastname956]

This guy? Really? Lol

[@mattmorgan8226]

Thank you so much for your "shapes" teachings. I've been playing for 42 years and my slap technique is so advanced everyone assumes I know a bunch of theory, but I just think in shapes. You've given me a name for what I do and given me a bunch of new ideas. Thanks so much.

[@swagman2861]

Weird notes with good rhythm is basically jazz

[@seans.youtube]

... I hear Jaco ;)

[@birdmin3281]

nah nah, good notes with good rythm my man

[@harry_mair]

Is it bad that I thought that was the best fill

[@cookie0329]

Some of it sounded like Snarky Puppy

[@ConnorR.mp3]

i just hear prog metal

[@markbass354]

Josh I've played bass for 50 years , I'm losing dexterity in my hands at 63 , so a pick it is my friend , take care , stay safe , God Bless.

[@BassBuzz]

Thanks Mark, you too, hope you're doing well!

[@bassclefconnoisseur]

Hello again, Mark. Question: Do you ever get cramps in your hand between the index and thumb when using a pick? I assume you used to be a finger player in the past (how long since you switched?). I'm 48 and have been playing for 35 years and my hand will cramp up sometimes when using a pick, thus I play fingerstyle...(plus Davie says it's illegal). If I ever have dexterity issues I would be screwed! Thanks and stay safe

[@MJTbreww]

I see your comments on heaps of videos I watch too! You have great taste, hopefully I’ll be playing bass for as long as you!

[@Romans--bo7br]

@@bassclefconnoisseur..... The answer to your issue with cramps is.... you are Mineral deficient, like about 97 percent of the US population.... go to a "Health Food" Store (but NOT someplace like "GNC" or whatever) or go On-Line and search for Concentrace Minerals (from Great Salt, Utah).... it's approximately $24.00 for an 8oz. bottle.... it will do you wonders for your finger cramps and Many other "issues" that you may not even be aware of. I use to get leg & hand/finger cramps, about 28 years ago... someone else told me about the minerals. I have not had Any cramping at all now in almost 28 years.... since I started putting Concentrace Minerals in all my drinking water, Daily. Here is the direct link to that particular product on the Mfgr's website in Utah....www.traceminerals.com/product/concentrace-trace-mineral-drop - their showing the "suggested mfgr's retail price" at $34.97 for the 8oz bottle, but it's always cheaper in the Health Food stores. Also, if you go on-line to this link... www.vitacost.com/trace-minerals-research-trace-mineral-drops-concentrace-8-fl-oz-4 - you can get the same Concentrace "Trace Mineral Drops" in the 8oz bottle for $22.88. I know it sounds a little bit spendy, but it will do wonders for you.... I take a full measured Teaspoon mixed in with my drinking water... about 3/4ths of a gallon, every day. They have many different products with minerals.... "Trace Mineral Drops" is the one you need.

[@bassclefconnoisseur]

@@Romans--bo7br Thanks brother! I will definitely check out the links. Very kind of you to reply with such detail...and I'm sure you are 100% correct. I am a flooring journeyman so I'm working with my hands everyday and never really have any problems except when I try to hold a pick for extended periods...so I don't (unless the song calls for it but don't tell Davie 504). I started out playing with a pick but quickly went to fingerstyle, etc., and that was decades ago! Thanks again and stay safe out there!

[@debajitpalchoudhury1571]

I am a guitar player and because of your KZbin teaching , now i can play bass parts of my songs. And I love Bass , it recovers me from monotonous guitar playing.

[@wildcroissant]

Bass fills - does compute. Dang, this cannot be simpler. I just picked up bass again after almost 15 years since last time I played it (apparently it's not a bicycle, and you can forget how to play it), and BassBuzz videos help me A LOT to get back on track. Thanks Josh!

[@BassBuzz]

You're welcome Paweł!

[@popcornchickenful]

Really glad I finally picked up a bass. Always wanted one since a kid and spent my whole paycheck on a squire and rumble amp bundle and roughed it out for that week.. your videos make it so much easier and made that struggle for a week worth it. Thank you bro

[@BassBuzz]

Congrats on your bass!

[@dingobabies9824]

As a brand new bassist, your videos are making the journey incredibly easier and fun. Thank you good sir!

[@BassBuzz]

You're welcome!

[@thefrates23]

You know what I love about this channel, they heavily use easily accessible basses like Squier. When I was a broke teenager in high-school half the people on KZbin would tell me that I needed a fender if I wanted to be good and taken seriously and for a long time I stuck to that mindset but as an adult I've learned that squier classic vibes are often times better than fenders basic player series. It's inspiring for those who can't afford fenders to see a phenomenal bassist and teacher using a bass they could easily aquire

[@katelightstone]

THis video completely sold me on my intuitive decision to switch from learning guitar to bass. I've played guitar for 4 years, and never really loved it.. fell in love with the bass the first time i picked it up. Laughed my ass off watching this; thank you for being hilarious and chill! subscribed.

[@BassBuzz]

Glad you're loving the bass!

[@jamiespeirs885]

Brilliant Josh, I'm just going onto Module 8 of Beginer to Badass on Bass Buzz. Six weeks ago I would not have known what you were talking about, now I understood everything. Just amazing. I'm just getting tae grips with syncopation. This fit's right in. thanks Josh.

[@hannahwalker7221]

Jamie Speirs I’m a B2B graduate! (Nov-Dec 30 days) and I can’t say enough good about the class! Go get ‘em!

[@collinr4911]

I’ve been playing bass for a couple years now. I’ve taught myself how to read and sight read sheet music for bass. But this video, this is so good. Thank you so much for your hard work on this channel!

[@Krispy1011]

I'm a beginner to moderate amateur guitar player and watching bass videos like this great bass video has really given me some material to work with and given me some great playing ideas etc... thx!

[@boomerbassmeme]

Old guy that started playing bass in the 70s, stopped playing for a long time and picked it back up. Josh has nuggets of wisdom that are valuable for all levels of bass players and a wonderful presentation style! Glad you are around to help teach the next generation!

[@toad0720]

Seriously considering buying your Bassbuzz education pack dude. Sense of humor is key.

[@etyramone2000]

Same here. And if I say that although I am not a native english speaker, that means a lot ! Just wondering if the digital version consists of streaming or if we can download all content for offline watching

[@hannahwalker7221]

toad0720 I’m a graduate of the class. Do it! It’s worth Every. Single. Penny.

[@etyramone2000]

@@hannahwalker7221 Really ? How cool ! Does it works like a kind of «school career» ?

[@hannahwalker7221]

Ety Ramone I don’t know what that is, but in Beginner to Badass Josh shows you how to put your gear on, and immediately starts you playing actual bass lines! When you are finished with the course you can consider yourself Intermediate and ready to be an asset to any jam session! I love it!

[@niluseneviratne9828]

Yeah, it was his personality and how easily he breaks things down that got me. Definitely buying it too

[@noahandriamihaja]

Many thanks Josh, I bought a bass two weeks ago. I don't have the time or money to pay for lessons but your videos have really helped me progress thanks to you. I now know how to play Crazy Train and I'm starting to write and improvise my basslines so this video really helped me

[@rnr-js6gk]

Been playing about 15 years always pick up something useful from your videos...great teaching

[@tbHiRow]

Honestly probably one of the most easy to follow and understand bass fill videos I’ve ever watched! Thank you!

[@tchimejosh5333]

Your contents are amazingly created.. The humour here and there takes the pressure away.. Gut gemacht 👌🏾

[@danielroos5426]

I like your vids bro. Always easy to understand and not all the jazz fluff that other KZbin dudes post. Been playing for over 40 years and I still learn from you young guys...I'm 65

[@BassBuzz]

Thanks Daniel!

[@sv3527]

Dude... allways awesome. Humor, down to earth teaching, sympathie, tempo, simply all there is. Also banana!

[@na_dann_mal_los]

Thanx a lot. As an advanced bassplayer with some exprience on stage I really like your videos. Clearly structured, motivating, straight effort and a well balanced learning-curve. Like! :) Best regards from Germany.

[@tdeverea]

You are a very effective teacher! Thank you for posting these creative and insightful lessons. I have struggled to progress on bass for years and I learn so much from your videos. Great communication style! Also love the bass fill / bass Phil reference at the end!!

[@aaadrian.2]

What's Phil full name or what band is he from?

[@alexniederhauser8562]

I’m beginner enough still, and originally a drummer, so I love your “percussive” fill theme mentality 👍

[@aarondavis4341]

JOSH! I BOUGHT YOUR BEAST BOOK,ABOUT TO START ON IT. AS FOR BASS FILLS ,KNOWING THE CHORUS RIFFS TO SMOKE ON THE WATER,AND THE INTRO TO CAT SCRATCH FEVER ,YOU GOT EMERGENCY FILLS FOR JUST ABOUT ANY SITUATION ,AND IF DONE RIGHT GETS THE CROWDS ATTENTION,MAKES THEM LOOK AND SAY " DID I JUST HEAR THAT RIGHT". AWESOME LESSON ONCE AGAIN! 🤘

[@jmixOff]

Thank you sir you are now my new mentor 🙂❤️☝️💪

[@adamvandor3172]

Man, you succeeded to make. an 11min long video from what I couldn´t skip a second. Very clear, full of useful infos, interesting graphics and so on. Thank you!

[@BassBuzz]

You're welcome Adam!

[@cindybarge5726]

When my husband, guitarist for 50 years leaves his room to come to me, bass player of 1 year, just to tell me with a bit of wonder in his voice that it "sounds really good", I feel like YOU should get Teacher of the Year (or maybe Decade or Century) Award!!

[@BassBuzz]

That's great Cindy! You can have the award though. :)

[@OriginalRaveParty]

Your tutorials are brilliant. Taking bass instructional videos to a new higher level of production. Thank you 😊

[@3cardmonty602]

You’re one of the best teachers on KZbin. I primarily play guitar, but you’ve got me hooked on the Bass for the last week. Thanks Josh.

[@BassBuzz]

Thank you!

[@Luke-jo2xi]

Your the Best Bass teacher on Earth!!!!!!

[@killjoyturtle8363]

Noob Josh is my anxiety telling me bass is hard and scary every time I don't know what to do. I love your content! You're helping the new music scene more than you know!h

[@scottscattergood8400]

Solid advice, a Bela Fleck tshirt, and some Phil Lesh love!! Home run! I'll be back!

[@Paulman50]

Thanks millions, this is where I'm up to and every one else on utube expects I've been playing for 20 years.

[@denizardfonsecamoraes1827]

Helping us a lot! Thank you so much! Those triangle shapes for Major and Minor chords were the best!

[@TargetHHH101]

Im really glad this came up in my suggestions, Ive been playing guitar for almost 15 years and I just got my 1st bass a few days ago. Just subbed.

[@Li0n729]

The guy made me buy the bass and it's worth it. Plus he's not a boring teacher. Thanks Josh. 👍🏻

[@BassBuzz]

You're welcome Ryan!

[@mankyy1]

The best bass teacher on YT!

[@BassBuzz]

Thanks Slaven!

[@MJTbreww]

I’m very happy to know that I’ve been doing this already with no knowledge of theory, I’ve just been doing it all by ear. I just called it using a box shape haha. Trying to move it around a little

[@Enoskjp]

I like trying to play the transition melodies by ear, as a bass beginner, it gives more ideas of what I should play, and it is also fun to find out how to play 'em 😅

[@lukebraun2715]

Thanks for the vid really expands on a subject that is never really explained in detail

[@Sausagey2]

Weird notes and good rhythm sounds like jazz and I love it

[@jamesmurphysimp4806]

I'm a guitar player, and i decided to buy a bass and start to learn because of you! Thanks 👍

[@14chstr]

Thanks for this. The Gm triangle fill is awesome.

[@creamypasta8908]

The best bass content of all time!

[@vanessamorey3812]

As a kid I tried to play cello, lugging that huge thing around was such a pain in the a$$, so I gave it up..... years later I watched Jaws again. Yup. Found a bass for 40$ in a pawn shop and that was it:) love those deep tones and chill funk bass lines. Oh yeah..... dope baby.... just chillin with the bass helps a high energy person to relax. Soothing to the soul:)

[@brightmpunga4252]

I'd love to own a bass guitar one day and learn how to play it like you do.. You've inspired me a lot.. I'm from Bulawayo, Zimbabwe 🇿🇼

[@PunkRockLifer]

This is great, thanks! I was trying to learn some Motown songs by ear and since I now know these triangle shapes I’ve been able to figure them out so much easier! 🙏🙌🏻✊🏻

[@mikeychido6937]

Most underrated bass tip/lessons channel, I'm loving this content.

[@BassBuzz]

Thanks Mikey!

[@the13thfox46]

My favorite bass line is "Hysteria" by Muse. Absolutely love it. Thank you for this, super easy understanding without knowing music theory and all that. awesome video

[@alexandrafisher3614]

Pretty fabulous. I am a music teacher and I am LOVING learning fills from you... Thank you for posting your videos.

[@BassBuzz]

You're welcome Alexandra!

[@ThePositiveAutism]

Another great tutorial! I'm a guitar player who occasional plays bass. You've really helped me from just chugging root notes to upping my bass game. Thanks! - Micah's dad

[@BassBuzz]

You're welcome Micah's dad!

[@danieljonsantillan5597]

BassBuzz > Scott's Bass Lessons

[@reynaldoherrera8908]

dude i appreciate you so much brother i learned a lot of stuff from you i’m a guitarist trying to learn bass God bless you

[@doxx2427]

You are by far one of the best bass teachers on KZbin. Your break down and explanation make it easy to understand. Subscribed!

[@BassBuzz]

Thank you!

[@ebx100]

I learn more from your videos than anywhere else. You are a gifted bass teacher!

[@BassBuzz]

Thank you!

[@TedTalksBass]

Stellar lesson Josh!

[@BassBuzz]

Thanks Ted, hope you're doing well! Anybody reading this, check out Ted's channel, he's an amazing bassist! kzbin.infovideos

[@maks886]

All the tutorials of fills be like: just figure it out! But hey, here I have a solid foundation to start that process! I don't think improvisation is something easy to teach, because it is just what it is Thanks for the great video! Here is a tip - communicate with the drummer, because when both of you fill at the same time, it benefits neither of you. It's not a bad idea to take turns, remember - someone has to keep the rythm!

[@EmilK48]

The best bass lessons ever :) Thanks to you I can play what I want, not only what I learned from Gutar Pro or YT. You're great :)

[@BassBuzz]

Thanks Emil!

[@royaiken1811]

Thanks. Great tips to grasps the concept of gills.

[@gokayacar3379]

This is one of the best bass channel on youtube imo. I love this channel

[@BassBuzz]

Thanks Gökay!

[@garrettlowell7637]

Thanks for this vid. I have been playing shapes “accidentally” for a long time. This gives me a good explanation and a focused approach with which to experiment.

[@BassBuzz]

You're welcome Garrett!

[@EnterJustice]

Guitarists looking at the thumbnail: THAT'S A POWER CHORD SHAPE!

[@Joetime90]

You're doing God's work man.

[@iflifewaseasy]

That pattern is already in 2 songs I'm learning. It's the intro beat to Jane's Addiction 'Three Days' ... Haven't even watched the video yet and am excited to come back. 🤩

[@TotallyKyle99]

coming up on my first year of playin this man has helped so much, thank you for your work

[@debsattam1]

I am not a bass player but i love to learn and you are one amazing teacher.

[@jamesrea7629]

Don’t even have a bass yet but I gotta study

[@KevinBoys]

Keep trying, Noob Josh! You'll get it one day!

[@BassBuzz]

He sure hopes so. He never seems to improve after all these lessons though...

[@Shaytan67]

@@BassBuzz He has to practice too. Just watching YouToop tutorials gets you nowhere.

[@weserwin3430]

READ the title. It is a video for beginners! Have you even seen any of his other videos? Do you know what an incredible musician he really is? Stupid no talent morons always wanting to cut somebody down.

[@elleteegee9522]

Thanks from Europe, I love the extended jam tracks after the clear teaching :-D

[@michelleonbass5238]

Super helpful... also a huge thanks for the free play alongs... You rock Josh

[@BassBuzz]

Thanks Michelle!

[@alonso9812]

Your videos are amazing, easy to understand and funny, I have learned a lot even without a bass lol (hope get my fist bass in a few weeks :P) You deserve more and thanks you BassBuzz 🤜💥🤛

[@BassBuzz]

Thanks Rubén, hope your bass comes soon!

[@TypOPositiv]

wow! Bass made easy! thanks! love your channel!

[@yuckphooey]

Cheers from a self-taught 20-year, plectrum-carrying, punk rock bassist that wants to finally learn how to play! The way you break down basic theory, shapes, and technique make me look forward to practicing again. Add: Favorite bass fill of all time... Welcome to Paradise by Green Day was probably my intro to bass fills, so those stand out in my mind. Got a lot of mileage out of those in my teen years.

[@jamesavakian7761]

This is the best video, you put your lessons in easy terms!

[@tomthebassdude]

a very easy little fill that sounds pretty cool is ; you play the root note then the fifth and slide two frets up before playing the octave of the rootnote ;)

[@wannaride54]

This was a great video! I will watch it again, I've been struggling with figuring out how to come up with fills! Thanks!

[@BassBuzz]

You're welcome Stephanie!

[@stephensimon5013]

Dude been dabbleing in guitar a bit just got a bass so stoked so much more fun in my opinion and just to let you know your the best on here your vids help me so much more then any one els and the fact you don’t scream like and subscribe I will like and subscribe your the man!

[@E_man2002]

yo! tis helped so much the triangle effect is effective

[@knight4christ89]

lol i completely forgot about you dude you are awesome! lol i haven't picked up my guitars all year until yesterday OI was going through a lot and i worked the first half of the year 50 hours a week i bought a jeep and a rv camper trailer so I got my guitars out and I am back to where I left off haha

[@iduncanw]

Love your videos Josh, always educational and entertaining. Makes learning so much easier when you're having fun 🤘😎

[@SuperXVG]

Picking up my bass again and these are helpful! Subbed 👍 Thanks!

[@FaintREVENGE]

Awesome Vid! You have these points where you get super silly about things, but then you present it in a way that makes it completely reasonable. I like the contrast there. I've definitely just been winging fills and half the time it works out well, the other half it shows that I don't know anything. Lastly, major plus for the ending bass phil.

[@BassBuzz]

Thanks Zach!

[@nolano8279]

I've been binging youre videos and its been motivating me a lot to play a lot more than I used to

[@thereseclairecreates]

I love your video style! I love the little skits and funny stuff! I’m learning a lot and also getting amused.

[@JohnSmith-uj3uo]

Thank you so much for making these videos. You explain abstract ideas in such a practical way and it makes bass playing fun instead of intimidating. Your content is great and I hope that you keep on producing it because there isn't another bass teacher like you on KZbin. Besides maybe Scott's BL but he's more of a jazzy guy.

[@BassBuzz]

Thank you John!

[@Ta21961]

Aside from being very informative your videos are really fun to watch! Thanks for sharing!

[@shaunsomaru4524]

One of the best and simple to understand tutorial.. Thanks You got a new sub

[@BassBuzz]

Thanks Shaun!

[@RTPGCO]

Very nice lesson... very useful... You explain thing so nice and easy make bass learning a breeze.

[@BassBuzz]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Defmusicman1]

The bass runs in CCR’s “Born on the Bayou” is what made me want to learn to play bass.

[@bassdrummer9849]

Awesome video, well explained. Definitely gonna use that in my practice routine!

[@DeanNelsonRN]

Just found you guys, amazing !!, don’t stop Josh!! I am going through chemotherapy and needed a hobbie and I just found it!!.....just gotta get me a bass.... sr300 e. Going shopping now

[@seannemetz2868]

How is everything?

[@erichaller9822]

Solid. Simple. Easy to follow. Thanks dude.