In session with SEAN HURLEY

Sean Hurley is one of the most in-demand session bass players in LA and the World. In this video, we find out why!
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00:00-1:27 Intro
1:28-2:43 "Sound" advice
2:44-5:50 Take 1
5:51-11:41 Groove/Time/Feel concepts
11:42-14:54 Take 2
14:55-18:00 Stop thinking so much. Just concentrate.
18:01-21:22 Take 3
21:23-22:11 Conclusion
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[@RossCampoli]

Sean’s fretting hand has an extreme level of economy of movement. Nothing wasted. Nothing extra. Simply serving the groove.

[@lamarjohnson1981]

“Economy of Movement”. Perfect application of the term here.

[@bassadelica]

100% Yeah his technique is basically flawless I’ve noticed over the years

[@pidong]

"You don't have to prove your worth and your musical education in every song!" - Sean Hurley.... this wisdom is pure gold.

[@pidong]

@rick39guitarist then make sure you show off like it’s your last show! 😂😂😂

[@ninodjuras]

He can write a book with all the wisdom, I was watching SBL interview yesterday, everything he says is quotable 😂

[@johnstodmusic]

Sean is so in the pocket and tasteful, never plays more than is needed. A true master at work!

[@JakeReedmusic]

Totally masterful!

[@isaacbeats2009]

i’m more impressed by sean’s restraint than i am by most “lead” bassists chops

[@JakeReedmusic]

It’s his superpower!

[@jamesrichardson3322]

Sean Hurley is two years younger than me, he is was one of greatest bassist of our generation. He is inspiration for me to be a better bassist, this every cool. The both of you should do more videos together, this helps us bassist and drummers.

[@JakeReedmusic]

I love Sean. He is indeed one of the greatest, hands down. This is the third episode we’ve done and there is more to come! Thanks!

[@jamesrichardson3322]

@@JakeReedmusic This helpful when I do get to work with drummers, every drummers I ever met are the most easy going guys in the world. Cool 😎 cats!! We are the heart and soul of the band. You and Sean have bad ass kind of groove, love the song. When I get home I think I will try play along with you.

[@JakeReedmusic]

@@jamesrichardson3322 Awesome!

[@adambradley2605]

As a drummer, I aspire to play as groovily as this. Well done, guys!

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks man!

[@matiasruizoficial]

"You don't have to prove your worth and your musical education in every song" WISE words

[@JakeReedmusic]

My favorite line!

[@broskimedula5300]

Even as a non musician appreciating the vibes here, those are words that applies to any field.

[@StewartBrand85]

Man I could listen to full albums of just these three players - no lead - for days. So good.

[@chasecampan-thornburg1721]

Would’ve LOVED Kait Dunton’s take. I totally appreciate the brevity of video, but keys are in the rhythm section after all. She killed.

[@JamesRone]

Totally. Her Take 3 was out of this world.

[@ninodjuras]

I could listen to him for hours, so fricking tasteful.

[@Peterryom]

Sean is a beast, kinda reminds me of Nathan East with that impeccable understanding of how much the song can take. Good on you too Jake, for looking after the shop and let Kait and Sean shine!

[@Olli3_Morris]

Absolutely nailed the John Mayer - Vultures drum tone

[@JakeReedmusic]

Wooo! Good ears! Thanks dude.

[@cashth]

@@JakeReedmusic Was thinking about vultures too when listening to this groove…really nice…great stuff!

[@JakeReedmusic]

@@cashth Thanks dude!

[@immerherbst4230]

Just great. Thank you both so much.

[@Matheus.t.e]

Man this video made me feel like home, tasty groove and great talk about the simple stuff... Awesome!

[@sonsofluther]

Seriously so much good stuff going on here dissecting the feel of non verbal communication within a rhythm section. The sports analogies are on point - the concentration over thinking - not having to use your whole musical knowledge every song. Basically how to hang as a musician, serve the song/vibe, and not let any ego interfere with the groove. Love it! Wish I could give this knowledge to my 16 year old self. \m/\m/

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks man! Yes, I wish the same for my 16 y/o self!

[@mattrodela2030]

Really valuable lesson. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience.

[@danio691]

Cudowna muzyka.Wielkie dzięki.

[@WERLD]

such a cool vid. i'd be super down for more vids with session players cuz of the wisdom

[@ClaudioBrogliato]

This has late 70/early 80 vibe. It is so reminding me of those times even though I was still a toddler.

[@squarecymbals]

yes, the pocket is king, as long as it settles everything works out. I've learned that a lot thru all the recording I've done over the pandemic

[@geepers100]

Sean: “If I don’t perfect the simple things I’ve got nothing”. Always an education with this man. Thanks for putting this up.

[@phugenla]

This was a treat to watch ❤ More of such session please

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks! We did a few other songs, which I’m currently getting videos together for!

[@NoahPageReviews]

One of the best videos i've watched in a long time! Your content is invaluable Jake, got me even more pumped for my next session!

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks! Glad you're pumped!

[@JoJo-yv5gl]

So chilled but still burning like crazy, lovin it. Esp take 2

[@manuelgonzalezcroce]

I enjoied this video so much, thank you for this content Jake.

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thank YOU!

[@johntalley3988]

“We’re going for base hits.” So much wisdom there. Thanks for sharing this. Really enjoyed it. Love both of your playing 👌👌👌

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@chrisjs6123]

Wow that was incredible. Thank you.

[@hubriswonk]

Awesome! Thanks for your efforts to get this out on KZbin!

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks! I like to share.

[@chrisfrancisbass8991]

Just found you through a video with Jake Reed and Sean Hurley, this is a beautiful little tune! Bought the sheet music, I needed some inspiration to get back behind the keys. Thank you.

[@danonthebass]

Some great points in this. I like it!

[@CPurner]

Thank you for sharing this. So great to see your process.

[@JakeReedmusic]

Happy to help! Thank YOU!

[@mjolnircarlssen4211]

I first learned about Sean Hurley when he played with Vertical Horizon. I just thought that he was another solid bassist. I had no idea that he’d be one of my biggest influences on the instrument, and a top session player all of these decades later. What an incredible player. He’s right up there with Willie Weeks for me.

[@Brainbox97]

Holy moly this channel really is the gift that keeps on giving, some modern session icons in here 👏✨

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks dude! Giving is the goal.

[@neilbrooming3237]

Awww such a great trio!…and trio of instruments. Natural groove and natural space for each other. 👌🏼

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks man!

[@bdmax17]

This was a fantastic video. A great insight into some the fundamental skills musicians should have. Absolutely loved this, would love to see more of this stuff :D

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks man!

[@diamondnick2049]

This was seriously good advice, thanks for this awesome video. Definitely going to try and incorporate some of this into my playing

[@JakeReedmusic]

Yaaaay!!! Glad you liked it!

[@jakoblauber]

Best channel find of the last months!! Great stuff jake

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thank you!

[@legacyShredder1]

This is badass. Seriously. I hope this video blows up.

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks MAN!

[@Loganspaceman]

Cool I didn't know Sean but from the moment you two started playing I could tell I love his bass playing. Thanks!

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks! He's such a beast.

[@luvbasses5487]

Consistency is the keyword here. Different feelings and fill ideas will percolate up in your brain as the groove continues onward. Don’t take too many chances though. Maybe one Hail Mary pass per take but that’s it! Sean says “you’ve gotta invest in yourself.” Poignant advice from the master! He’s right! Love that slightly late snare too. I just subscribed!

[@benjaminjohnson2510]

The value of this video cannot be overstated enough. May god man, thank you for this.

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thank you! Happy to help!

[@amsknirb]

I'm on minute eight of this video, and I'm absolutely loving it. I've been a fan of Sean's tone and playing for a while, but now I'm starting to "get" the person behind it all. It's a lot of fun seeing him (and you) in a more laid-back setting!

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks! Yes, Sean is such a great dude and a fantastic musician.

[@Tyl-Fiedler]

For me as a Drummer and Bassplayer this was just so amazing to Watch !!! I love Sean‘s Playing so much , and i also love your playing and your Musical understanding so much Jake !!! Wonderful Video Thank you !! Greetings Form germany

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it! I love Sean’s playing, too!

[@mattisner]

Loved the discussion about fundamentals and playing simple parts well.

[@JakeReedmusic]

Rad! Thanks dude!

[@MykWazowski]

I discovered Sean on “Everything You Want” (Vertical Horizon album) 1999. Been a fan ever since. Great groove and pocket, guys.

[@bassnsax]

As a bassist, this video energized me as well as coffee. And I love coffee. Fantastic job to all 3 of you, you all killed it!!!

[@JakeReedmusic]

Haha! Love it! Glad you’re feeling energized! Thanks!

[@jazdosanjh1566]

i laughed, I cried, I learned. Thanks guys.

[@disappt]

So many great nuggets to take away from this as a player, songwriter and producer! Thank you both! “A sliny bit ahead, might get a little bit behind, or might be right in the middle.” Words to live by.

[@JakeReedmusic]

Haha! Slightly + tiny = sliny

[@marcblum5348]

This kind of groove is IMHO all about consistency and being relaxed and confident.

[@JakeReedmusic]

Totally!

[@julianthegreat3123]

I came to hear Sean’s bass playing, but I really love your drum playing and snare tone a lot!

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thank you!

[@cliffdickson]

Best bit of advise I was ever given (as a drummer, now bass player) - Less is More. Case/point; listen to the pros - they play like they have nothing to prove. Sometimes (most of the time) that's harder to do than some complicated fills. Good stuff here.

[@JakeReedmusic]

Totally! It’s never failed me! Also, Ep. 2 of hangin’ with Hurley coming this Monday!

[@hoangkhanhtruongnguyen8197]

Once again, Sean's bass tone is incredible.

[@JakeReedmusic]

So incredible!

[@markanthony5897]

Jake, you've been modest my boy. Now your prowess is showing. You dawg!

[@JakeReedmusic]

😂😂😂

[@stinkyninja1898]

I picked up another Fender P bass just to put flat rounds on it after listening Sean's tone. didnt want to mess with my 70's rock workhorse fender w/rounds its like right there. I subbed thanx for bringing him on your channel.

[@JakeReedmusic]

Amazing! Congrats on the new P bass! Sean is an inspiration to us all.

[@jezwatson8211]

Subscription added, fantastic, just discovered the joys of p bass n flatwounds

[@JulianFernandez]

thanks so much for sharing this! solid 10/10.

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks man!

[@doublebass5y]

Nice one Jake. Great sounds man.

[@chasecampan-thornburg1721]

Lessons we should all integrate-across all domains. Thank you! As always, thank you for your extraordinary content. Extraordinary. Also, I’m allergic to hyperbole.

[@JeffWald]

Nice brother Jake. Vultures. Love it and great concepts

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks man!

[@sonsofluther]

oh damn this has got some great 70's California driving scene vibes... Jake you're as steady as a rock \m/\m/ So hard to just hang out in the pocket and not overplay.

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thank you!

[@AidanMmusic96]

Another golden video Jake! So much wisdom. It would have been interesting if you’d played and discussed certain ‘wrong’ snares/feels/basses etc, so we know what to look out for and avoid too!

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks! That's a great idea! Maybe I'll do that with snares and grooves at some point.

[@volleywonka]

Awesome video, keep 'em coming.

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thank you!

[@Belman5]

Sounds absolutely wonderful.

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thank you!

[@johnniedelong9322]

Great jam, thanks for getting my morning off with a BOUNCE .

[@JakeReedmusic]

Yaaaay!!! Thank you!

[@scottthefunk]

great drummer loved that groove on the bass sean is a God

[@courtneygillespie1187]

My favorite drummer is from Bob Marley and wailers..... the right touch 👌

[@irishpete5472]

Oooh sooo good...and informative...many thanks.

[@PatronMazaka]

Omg this is incredible ❤

[@shepherd8203]

Sean Hurley ! Let's Go.

[@JakeReedmusic]

WOOOOOOO!!!

[@greenati]

Such an amazing video. so many sentences to live by. A unique verbalization of those delicate things that make music like that actually hypnotically pleasant. "Fundamentals man, easier said than done". Well, well done. Only thing I would tweak is lowering the dynamic of the drumming a notch. But fantastic playing as it is. Thanks

[@overglamper470]

This is Internet gold. I'm surprised that this video has not millions of views.

[@bassisthanhan6557]

this is gold!

[@drumdiscussion7776]

You guys are cool. An excellent lesson at any level.

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thank you! This was a fun one to make!

[@sassulusmagnus]

Lots of good advice in this video.

[@loumutt7899]

In all honesty, I didn't know who Sean Hurley was until about 6 months ago. Ok, yeah, I live under a rock! LOL But, man am I glad I slithered out from under it! How much influence has he had on me in a short time? A lot!. I know I'm not going to be Sean Hurley, but I am going to have a TON of fun playing bass. I have 3 basses all of which were either J or PJ. I bought my 1st P bass back in November and I put LaBella Flatwounds on it. I search out his videos and study what he does. He has a great economy of movement, he's not show-boating, plays what is needed, adds a little extra flavor, and falls right back in the groove. He respects the music, his bandmates, and lets the song breathe and have a life of its own. What more do you need? Oh, yeah, play like Sean! LOL I'll be satisfied to improve at whatever my level is but I do work hard to enjoy each song, beat by beat. Thanks Sean!

[@Danksta02]

The deadpan interplay between is hilarious. Incredible music but super entertaining as well as educational.

[@crocholiday]

The groove is strong with these ones... Seriously, so dang smooth n' sexy from all. Sean is always money and his tone is so, so good. That snare... damn that's deep n' tasty.

[@backbeatben]

good concepts very informative!

[@leonvain]

Stone-cold groovin. Gonna have to look into more of Sean's stuff!

[@JakeReedmusic]

He's seriously bad ... like 80s bad. Not bad bad. Like bad as in good.

[@RufusKSala]

Like Michael Jackson Bad.

[@BeaudoinEric]

Really excellent stuff here.

[@tiesergrote]

so cool, thank you!

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thank YOU!

[@anthonya9472]

This is my favorite snare sound

[@steved695]

Damn, that bass sounds soooooooooooooo good!! And your snare has an Eagles/John Mayer "Continnuum" quality about it...love it!!

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks! Yes, those two references are dead on!

[@steved695]

@@JakeReedmusic reminds me a lot of Steve Jordan's sound and groove on "Vultures" - so hip and cool!

[@JakeReedmusic]

@@steved695 Exactly! Thank you!

[@fabiominari2861]

Omg this is just sooooooo good ♥️

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thank you!

[@channeloram]

Just wow. 🔥

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks!

[@lichibass]

This was awesome.

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thank you!

[@leoeyegenartig8473]

Wow! I didn’t knew that Hugh Grant is a badass bassist

[@jumaklap]

Niceeee! WTF groove Sean Hurley!

[@geribassist]

the groove sounds like a mix between Vultures by John Mayer and Lullaby by The Cure. awesome! :)

[@AnthonyColomboAppliedMath]

reminds me of the Rolling Stones rhythm section. lovely

[@joshuah9061]

Jake Reed & Sean Hurley laying one of the filthiest grooves you will ever hear. masterful

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks man!

[@DavidCaraccio]

That was awesome.

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks dude!

[@skylermann]

Such wisdom such a good video

[@JakeReedmusic]

Sean rules!

[@RufusKSala]

I bought an RNDI Stereo because of this guy, go figure that…

[@framemotion]

Another gem!

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thank you!

[@rinosphere]

Gold.

[@Bobdrumbro]

the moment you started the groove was home right there nice

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks! Yes, this is the goal!

[@MrRennieFrumpkin]

Sounding awesome. Procaro and Hungate were the masters of this type approach. They’d always draw you in with simplicity but then hit you with something odd/unexpected (but super tasty) every once in a while…crafty buggers.

[@JakeReedmusic]

Thanks! Yes, they are THE cats!

[@cdcgb1]

Jake for John Mayer touring band 2024 🔥🔥🔥

[@tjsmith3741]

This..is ..it. Relax, don’t over play, and just hit the groove. Play with conviction. That said, everyone needs to be there rhythmically.