Dr Funk "Drop D" Marcus Miller Inspired 🎸Amazing Bass from the Street Sessions Performance 📍Newquay

Performing a Marcus Miller inspired tune, Dr Funk is back with his Drop D street session in Newquay.
Multi-instrumentalist, live-looper, jazz funk bassist Dr Funk brings busking into the 2020s. He makes the four-string sing. He surfs. His dream is to own a 67 Mustang Fastback. He’s not actually a doctor.
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Dr Funk lives to play the bass. That’s really all you need to know. Slapping, popping, strumming, riffing, he elevates the humble rhythm instrument to levels of melody and showmanship that are more commonly associated with the lead guitar. Inspired by legendary bassists - Marcus miller, Victor Wooten, Louis Johnson - Funk is the type of player who could jam on a groove for hours, building it up with his loop machine and keys. Fellow musicians stop and play with him. Crowds gather. Intrigued ears fished by Funk’s playing, pausing and taking time out to enjoy a stranger’s soundtrack.
It’s one of the most honest, unfiltered forms of performance you can imagine, and it’s one that the good doctor has known since he was 15. Since moving from Sunderland to Cornwall in search of surf, gigs and good times with his band of schoolmates - south west festival favourites The Big Sets - it’s the only job he’s ever had. Over the years he’s taken his unique style across Europe and, most recently, he’s taken his work across the world as one of the most popular viral street performers online.
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[@kg_canuck]

I've said it before and this just cements it; when the musician looks like they're silently having an intense conversation with their instrument, they're next level.

[@brooksbraun8886]

Funk man you Rock, or should i say Get that Funk out. That is killer !

[@asiancouple3727]

Straight on !!

[@LachanceM]

Fuck yea that's deep.

[@RogerDiotte]

Is the "Sweet Dee Eating Trash Cake" I see there?

[@kg_canuck]

@@RogerDiotte good eye lol

[@wubbalubbadubdub8089]

I don't understand how people can just walk past. Even if I was in a hurry, I couldn't help but stop and watch for at least a minute.

[@VoluntaryPerry]

Uncultured swines

[@MichalsonCZ]

Not everybody can understand art. And this is art.

[@teddyQuake]

yea ,but sorry things can wait lol

[@brianboro5278]

He could make me late for work every day!

[@Hastarhannah]

This set is absolutely genius Dr Funk and I can’t believe that it doesn’t sound like a crowd! The location choice maybe? Any huge train station... the acoustics would be amazing too!

[@charlieboylol527]

People don’t realise how good this guy is 🙏

[@billygoatgruff2554]

The labloob No.... You are talking bollocks. I have seen him playing live many times in Newquay and he doesn't need to speed up anything. You sound like a jealous man. Try getting over it....

[@woodentulike2no]

He is a Legend waiting to be Discovered.

[@billygoatgruff2554]

Paulonbass75 Either you are trolling, in which case you are just plain stupid. Or you seriously think he's rubbish, in which case you are just plain stupid. Q.E.D.....

[@henrykoplien1007]

The public is dumb

[@lacijordan1]

If he does up the video wouldn't the people around him be sped up also? Stop hatn...this man is on point!

[@JEsco-zz9em]

This is the truth right here. This man consumes and understands the bass on a level beyond us mere mortals. It is within him and around him. His command, casual presence, and dexterity are nothing short of miraculous. May wonders never cease. Funk on my brother.

[@DrFunkBass]

Legend cheers

[@joedewitwomey9627]

@@DrFunkBasslove you brother, keep on funking

[@traestuart384]

There's got to be more than 3.5 million people and bass enthusiast that find this guy next level fascinating.

[@DrFunkBass]

On facebook it is going viral too with 31million views haha but it would be nice if that happened here too

[@georgedavids3389]

Gooooooooooooood! Damn good!!!!!

[@waynetardiff9328]

"I'll check this out for a sec" ******stays till the end...******

[@musicmanjuanballplaymusic1802]

literally me

[@saltybildo4415]

Needed another 10 mins atleast damnnnnnnn

[@philmcguire7346]

Same

[@jackkirmond9587]

Ditto AMAZING

[@nicolematthews]

🤣🤣 yup

[@DJEthanStone]

In what world does a person walk by something this good without stopping? This playing is so siiiickkkk!!!

[@peterorosz6709]

Some people are just not matured enough to appriciate this

[@RubSomefastOnIt]

this means nothing to some people... its so very sad...

[@getehrwolf6111]

People prefer acoustic guitar players over electric guitar or basses for an unknown reason

[@alexikalfayan45]

I wonder if this guy made it big since the video came out...it's a shame for talent like this to go unnoticed ....he's amazing .

[@Inople901278]

I love how his whole body drops onto that low D string slap

[@jaydunlap122390]

Got here from an IG reel and now one of the dopest solos I’ve ever heard

[@DrFunkBass]

Ah cheers mate

[@delanajosey4867]

There is no way I could just walk by with him playing, no way.😍

[@kingbeat101]

I'd be like damn Bro play some more..:)..I'd be glued...

[@onjisan]

This is no joke the funkiest song Ive ever heard. Damn son.

[@DrFunkBass]

Haha cheers

[@kwizmon]

What did you expect? He has a PhD in bassology...

[@nicholassummerlee6843]

In a world where we're often lost in materialistic nonsense it's nice to see somebody so happy just slappa da base.

[@valhallaraiders7901]

Hahahah best comment

[@BerlinsLeon]

Well, without „materialistic nonsens“ this dude wouldn‘t have a bass and an amp, wouldn‘t he?

[@frankward8689]

@@BerlinsLeon gotta be one on here

[@tonypowell250]

That bass lost its virginity for sure. Killer groove man.

[@hyronvalkinson1749]

Nah man, sounds WAY too experienced 😂

[@dcstar7772]

Destruction!!!

[@lancehandy6648]

That bass could press charges with how bad it got slapped and fingered

[@renebustos87]

A perfect example of someone who actually uses their instrument to the max. From the tuning, to the multiple, extremely difficult techniques to the average player, to the mid-song EQ adjustments to fit the following set of arrangements. Fantastic work mate!

[@aaizner847]

Just imagine if his bass had enough strings ;)

[@tammymorningstar4794]

@@aaizner847 Hell, he could rip a one string shovel and it would be amazing. Tam's other half

[@aaizner847]

@@tammymorningstar4794 Agreed! And a six string would give him more range to do that amazing ripping. "If less is more, imagine how much more, MORE could be!" :D

[@easyabc1404]

@@aaizner847 Do you know what kind of effects pedal (s) he could use for this? Or on the amp? I'm brand new at this and with a straight precision bass, i don't have that sound...

[@aaizner847]

@@easyabc1404 That pedal isn't where that sound comes from. His pedal is a looper/sampler. It just lets him record a sample and then repeat it indefinitely. Any looper pedal will do that. His specific sound comes from his strings, his bass, and his amp. But even that isn't totally necessary. You could get that sound from a wide range of basses and amps, as long as they're not shit :) What kind of bass and amplifier do you have? Feel free to ask any other questions you might have.

[@jasonm.b1971]

World class bassist right there. The fact that people just walking is coz they prolly dont know aboutvbass playing techniques ther4 dont know what he is doing is brilliant...

[@poohead8022]

If you just walk by like it's nothing? You're definitely not a musician

[@jasonm.b1971]

​​​@@poohead8022 im not a musician?? Well i am not a famous musician but im a bass player so I know what his doing. Search Marcus Miller techniques and you'll understand wat his doing too. But i understand, u probably dont know who Marcus Miller is...

[@lesdavis3596]

This guy is crazy good. I’m not a huge fan of slap/pop, but he blends it with other styles and rocks it!

[@DJSWORDZ]

still checking out this video after so many times/years... it is probably one of the funkiest riffs ever seriously...

[@igetinya2]

Check out Davie 504 vs Japan. That has to be one of the best sessions I've seen. It was so smooth if it was a real song I would play it everyday.

[@shane74brown]

My man you operate musically on a level far above what most people will ever understand. You definitely have an incredible gift. You are without doubt a master of the bass guitar.

[@Trapped_in_the_Dunya]

anyone else listen to this more than 30 times already?

[@DrFunkBass]

Haha keep it up lol

[@Trapped_in_the_Dunya]

@@DrFunkBass don't worry! Counts going up and up and up

[@SlipperySandbox69]

Maybe 50 plus 😂

[@Trapped_in_the_Dunya]

@@SlipperySandbox69 way past that by now!

[@lilyjohnson8873]

Bruh he'll yeah it's amazing

[@jamesgarrison8653]

Holy crap, where has this guy been & how come I’ve never heard him before?? He’s amazing!!!

[@matthewjones8865]

Now that’s what you call bass playing, INCREDIBLE 🙏

[@easyabc1404]

Do you know what kind of effects pedal (s) he could use for this? Or on the amp? I'm brand new at this and with a straight precision bass, i don't have that sound...

[@MrDemisc]

Ну почему же? Посмотри CharlesBerthoud- удивишься ещё больше.

[@TheRandom69420]

​@@easyabc1404 the effect is called "technique"

[@tikaal]

@@easyabc1404 on top of having good technique, which i'm sure you'll develop if you're diligent, make sure your bass is well setup and that your strings are relatively fresh

[@ateamacademy]

Anyone having this much fun and making other people this happy is a MASTER. Well done Sir!

[@woodentulike2no]

Could it be Hendrik Linders little brother?

[@martinmatteo3138]

FRECUENCIA ZERO kzbin.info/www/bejne/a3WZenloaJqog7c bendiciones

[@markseniuk99]

Dr Funk, at the age of 53 you have inspired me to get my first bass. “Somebody call me a Dr.!!!”

[@DrFunkBass]

Yesss man nice!

[@kingbeat101]

Ok Dr Mark..Your wish came true..:)...

[@markseniuk99]

So hard to find a decent left handed guitar

[@hdrjunkie]

Who says you can’t use the bass as the rhythm and lead instrument? This guy just smashed all those old beliefs!

[@scottrussell2281]

Man that dude has a groove like I've never heard before. Amazing player.

[@krazed0451]

Go listen to some Les Claypool... To me, very reminiscent :-)

[@williamlawrence1945]

Dr Funk must have a PHD in funk

[@munkeyknuckle7502]

I think I've watched this easily 250 times this dude is awesome

[@DrFunkBass]

Haha keep watchin!

[@somebloke7056]

Trust me mate, if you did this at Trafalgar Square in London, you will a HUGE crowd surrounding you like it's a concert.

[@nikhilrohatgi84]

True

[@chrisxyo1408]

i keep coming back to this. i mustve listened to it more than 40 times in the past 2 months

[@michaelspruitenburg]

He's so talented I watch his stuff everyday bring s a huge smile to my face love it that bass is killing it hard

[@DrFunkBass]

Ah nice on mate, glad ya like it

[@JonnyBGoode]

This man ia so Bass, he loops a bass line while he funks hard on his bass. This is Major Badass Bass, man!

[@aet8495]

Those are some delectable bass licks.

[@patricioferrari4667]

Had to repeat it 500 hundred times, this is amazingly addictive.

[@upwardsoul]

Brilliant. Insane talent that deserves more of a stage than the passersby who are oblivious!

[@DrFunkBass]

Aw thanks a lot, I'll get there

[@upwardsoul]

@@DrFunkBass I'm cheering you on then and beyond:) 🥰

[@BrushCountryAg06]

I seriously don’t think I’ve ever heard anyone play quite like this before…AMAZING!!!

[@dreuxbarz1808]

Check out Tom Jenkinson (squarepusher) Solo Electric Bass

[@tjkong2491]

My speakers just burst into flame. I'm super impressed with the crystal clarity of the speed notes. All-galaxy team. THANK YOU

[@lllllllllllllllll161]

My god , how amazing is this guy. Have watched this many times, simply incredible. Talent to to burn. He's just fucking rocking it. Awesome.

[@MichaelMiller-ny3rr]

Get out Dr Funk! We can’t wipe the smiles off of our faces! How many years have you been playing to be able to reach this level of performance? Amazing! 👏❤️👏

[@DrFunkBass]

Check in my videos on wednesday where i will answer all the questions

[@Bob_Errey]

I can’t stop watching this. This guy is out of control.

[@stephenturner7949]

In a good way lol

[@evanderchristy6712]

The people just walking by casually and barely noticing... I would be sitting 3 feet away Indian style with my fists propping up my head like an elementary school student. This dude is unbelievable.

[@christopherculter7156]

This is my favorite. Quite possibly the nastiest thing I've ever heard. So funky

[@jojolafrite90]

Still one of the best performance I've ever heard.

[@olivierlemarois9620]

hell yeah

[@Werbtr]

Это божественно. Слушал уже 1000 раз точно.

[@sondraarrache1908]

I wish Dr Funk would operate in my town!

[@KING-hn7yr]

I'm a pro bassist, and known for being a Funkmaster,and I got really incredibilly inspired !!!

[@easyabc1404]

Do you know what kind of effects pedal (s) he could use for this? Or on the amp? I'm brand new at this and with a straight precision bass, i don't have that sound...

[@ianmacdonald501]

I think the footwork he did with the looping was just as impressive as his finger work. Absolutely seamless transition. This guy is sick.

[@DrFunkBass]

Cheers

[@snakejumper3277]

He just kills it and with a joyful smile.

[@DiegoooTech]

Come on. 3k views ?!? Dumb ages I tell you. Masterpiece.

[@TheMrButtertastic]

This is beyond amazing. Sorry they're wasn't a crowd. Im sure myself and the rest of the comment section would have sat down and vibed with you

[@waynesbutler7834]

If you listen at the end there is a small crowd , you can hear them cheer and rightfully so . The camera is where it needs to be , stuck on this amazing performance .

[@ericabercrombie6780]

Think about what you said. The camera isn't even facing the crowd. The crowd would be standing off to the right of the camera view.

[@TheMrButtertastic]

@@ericabercrombie6780 you're not just a pretty face are you. Thank you for your input

[@waynesbutler7834]

@@ericabercrombie6780 And they were off to the right . Actually sounds like there was a crowd at the end cheering ..

[@gregs1137]

You can hear people cheer at the end and you can see him nodding at people throughout. Theres definitely a crowd Also... holy shit this dude is bad ass!

[@aholecop5547]

nobody must like music in that town. How this guy didn't draw a crowd during this is crazy . he's great

[@lenhudson8194]

Yet, they would clamour to see garbage like Justin Bieber or Taylor Swift. This guy is way above their heads.

[@meetwood_flac]

Dude is well loved in the Newquay music scene.

[@michaeldenczek9466]

No shit, I was thinking the same...

[@douglasbunn166]

Most don't stop take the time to appreciate the talent shown

[@nicolassosolic5928]

Because now in our age,playing an instrument even as a virtuoso is not a big deal anymore,so many of them all over the net...

[@chitranthirupathy6678]

Damn. I had my stank face on for the whole thing! That's groovy as hell!! Jeeez.

[@mattm9619]

This guy needs a band and a venue way too good to just be playing on the street. I got funk'd up.

[@westenofficeequipment9303]

He plays in a band called The Big Sets

[@TyzieNZ]

So he does! facebook.com/100023965935407/posts/358018891673639/

[@danieljohnson5924]

the best ever !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@papypapy9129]

Ce mec est juste une FOCKING LEGEND, talent de fou malade !! 👌

[@jayweller9882]

Strange how so many people walk by without acknowledging this greatly talented musician

[@will57950]

At first I was "ok that's good, but nothing crazy". Then he started to slap. "OK THAT'S GROOVY AF I LOVE IT !"

[@ИбрагимАдс]

Исполнение на высочайшем уровне просто огонь 👏. 👏. Гитарист от души и сердца профессионал на высоте.Спасибо за исполнение супер круто красиво 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍💥💥💥💥💥100%

[@DrFunkBass]

Thank you very much mate

[@510dani4]

HOLY. CRAP. Amazing!!!! Now THAT'S BASS PLAYING!!!

[@WhiteWolf9924]

3:50 Someone couldn't walk with that much funk in the air...

[@classicmwk]

This was outstanding! The mastery of slap technique is undeniable here!

[@heardashot]

Wonderful expression.

[@ЮрийОрлов-п2е]

One of the best bass solo in the world! IQ 200

[@nv1493]

Reminds me of Primus too but he's def got his style. Disregard walking zombies, they're looking for either Wal-Mart or Starbucks.

[@shucksful]

N V ......and face masks

[@jery3385]

@Rick O'Shay he still sounds better than most bassists, he's way above average in terms of creativity, it's not just some nonsensical bass slapping.

[@JVR10893]

There’s a bit of Victor Wooten in there with the muted slapped triplets.

[@trendwave5615]

What a treat to see this guy play...absolutely incredible !

[@djfunkycraig]

Can’t believe the people not just stopping and smelling this rose of a talent!! Mad as mate keep it up!!

[@asimpleman50]

Hands down best bass solo on the web, shocking skill. It's real and alive.

[@rembold24]

Words can’t describe how incredibly bad ass this is!! This guy is on a completely different level!! So incredible. I can listen to this all day. 😎😎😎🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@starrb8689]

Can't Get Enough!!!!!!!

[@erikhansen7754]

Grab a 12 pack and just bob and weave to the groove .

[@davidashley4386]

PURE TALENT !

[@RobbieHogg1]

Just have to pick my jaw up from off the ground...... This is nuts. 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@vallealversonn5973]

That guy is kicking the shit out of that bass. So good.

[@DrFunkBass]

Haha cheers

[@dr_kellogg]

I've been back and watched this video 15 times in the last 5 days....

[@untitled6296]

Same here it’s fantastic, The beginning gives me tool vibes then he goes funky as hell.

[@robertwellsrawbass1249]

C SEXY 3 I’m right there with ya always appreciate good bass skills #bassgangstrong

[@redlee3391]

I watch every version I can find of him playing this song. It’s crazy addictive especially that crazy attack on the open E (drop D)

[@MrFerhatkambur77]

I watched it 15 times only today hahahaha he is sooooo gooood

[@alisasmajlovic6211]

Heh ,me too

[@nobody-27128]

Most of the people dont know how hard it is to reach this lvl of playin the bass. For this you need true passion. Just insane, dude!

[@greer8288]

I do. I used to play drums in a band. I picked up the bass just playing around. Couldn't get nothing but simple notes out of it

[@cadcncengineeringfabricati3497]

Why does everybody think that THEY are the only one that understands what is in front of their face? Your comment is NOT about how good he is. Your comment is about how bass-smart you are. Based on the similar comments here... other people see the same thing you do. Your'e not that smart.

[@willmah9557]

You know he’s a great bassist when there is even a mistake and he pushes on and finds a way to continue it and still make it sound good. Killing it man!

[@MsMarty000]

Feeling this! Never gets old!!! Dr funk ROCKS❤❤❤

[@maxtiaxd]

Wtf! This guy is underrated as f! He sounds amazing!

[@GRowe1978]

Damn.... You're the bass player that every drummer NEEDS!!! Tons of love from the USA!!!!

[@lokiwun]

Inspiring, a guy that skilled is on the streets busking. Bravo.

[@kristopherphillips7400]

This is the dopest bass line I've ever heard!! We've been jamming this on repeat at work since i found it. Well done, man. Magic!!

[@commuterbranchline8132]

In the name of good fook, this is sick!

[@michaela6796]

Me: "How many times do you slap that funky bass?" Dr. Funk: "Yes"

[@ДмитрийНисанов-ч9о]

Это было круто..! Чел. растворяется в музыке , живёт в мелодии..! Спасибо Это было по настоящему Классно !

[@боотур-ф1ф]

Классный чувачок, ему в какую бы рок группу

[@gerd2213]

👏 WOW! 👏 So etwas Geiles hab ich schon seit Jahrzehnten nicht mehr gehört!!! GREAT !!!👍...aber - da sind so viele Leute die vorbei gehen! Niemand bleibt stehen und genießt es! 😢 Super liebe Grüße aus Deutschland! 🫶 Gerd (65👴 but🤘😆)

[@libertyordeath7006]

People walking by like its a greenscreen... why else wouldn't they be stopping for this slapper!!!

[@jamesmorgan2064]

no shit

[@matthiasstephens2265]

Maybe they’re gay

[@JohnnyIDive37]

I just could not walk past this guy, awesome bass player!

[@gixxusmetalman7435]

Youd be surprised how many people are probably standing off camera ????

[@JohnnyIDive37]

@@gixxusmetalman7435 for sure.

[@chrishexx3360]

Cannot get this out of my head. One of the all time funkiest things I've ever heard in my life. What an absolute beast you are on that bass, what an ear for a tune.

[@PraiseJesusOurKing]

He refuses to sell his soul. God bless brother.

[@saxarra43]

Unbelievable how good this guy is, can listen to him all day.

[@ericwrenn3896]

BADASS BASS

[@davidcasati9094]

Been playing six string for years. Got my first bass a couple of weeks ago. Watched this. Cried and put my bass back in the corner. He is absolutely, without a doubt the best bass player I’ve seen.

[@ArkyBarky141]

Pick it back up and go for it. Good players shouldn't dissuade you they should inspire you!

[@unholylemonpledge9730]

Ive never understood this mentality. Music isnt a competition to see who is the most technical. Watching a good player have fun and create good music should only inspire u. Weak mindset

[@virtualplaya07]

I almost search exclusively for slap bass videos because of this vid. Charles Berthoud is another amazing bassist you might enjoy, though he records in-studio for his videos.

[@pectenmaximus231]

Oh goodness. Stick with it. You’re going to find there’s a whole world of ludicrously talented bassists and in time you may become one of them...

[@joaovictorfernandesnogueir6068]

​@@virtualplaya07 I was about to recommend Charles too. For me, he is, from all I know, the absolutely best technical bass player I've ever seen. Doesn't mean that he's the best bassist, cause I believe that there's no existent criteria to base an argument that says someone is THE best bassist. But..... I personally consider the creations, the music they made, the best way to judge a bass player ,as an artist, but as a musician, an instrumentalist, I believe is how many different styles he can play, how many difficult things he can play and make it sound good, and Charles fits in that category for me. But this is all my humble opinion... well, bye folks

[@tomlavoie5227]

Had to listen again. Unbelievable SKILLLZZZ

[@DrFunkBass]

Thanks again!

[@dustrontron3145]

My question is how tf are people just walking by like nothing

[@jentress8353]

RIGHT????? WOW, just WOW!!

[@msaintpc]

Probably see him everyday.

[@bigflatshady9204]

plebs can't appreciate art of a masterclass when they see it

[@sakeboersma]

Unbelievable....

[@igorglisic5889]

I had same thoughts... he is so good and people passing by like nothing is going on

[@hugehairybeaver1774]

Amazing performance

[@lindatheurer2515]

I don’t know what I like better, the music or watching you play it. I just LOVE you. I’ll be buying your album!

[@timmuller459]

That slaps so hard. Seeing you playing on the street would be a blessing.

[@Fat_Rob]

Man, that is a bangin' ass slap pick technique. Nice

[@Cryptati0n]

If I saw you playing this in the street I would go to an ATM and drop 100 in your case. From a fellow bassist, you’re absolutely insane.

[@taschbierschwal84]

If you watch very closely you will notice during this performance his fingers never leave his hand. Lolol Amazing job bro!!!!!

[@solis_sanke]

Amazing playing! I'm a bassist myself (for about 1 year now) and this is a huge inspiration.

[@DrFunkBass]

Well thank you very much, I'm so glad i can inspire people!

[@kellyvincent6467]

We are so lucky as music lovers that this guy found exactly what God put him here to do. Wow!

[@javster4138]

I lost count as to how many times Ive listened to this today.The first time tht ive heard this.

[@LucasCarvalho0295]

Me too, dude. Me too.

[@narrativematrix9971]

Fucking BADASS!!!!!