Is This Classic Jaco Solo EVEN A SOLO?!

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Digging into one of my favorite and lesser known Jaco Pastorius solos from 1975's "Bright Size Life" album with Pat Metheny. I'll get into Jaco's career surrounding this session, analyze the solo itself, and answer a question I've had for years: can we even consider this a solo? I'll tell you why it's one of the most important things Jaco ever played and how he got his signature sound on it.
Many thanks to the great bassist Mark Egan for the assist on this one!
PDF of solo - drive.google.com/file/d/1ndl9...
00:00 Intro
00:43 - The Album
01:20 - The Song
01:59 - The Solo
05:19 - Other Versions
07:07 - Conclusion
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@SonicDreamMusic
@SonicDreamMusic Жыл бұрын
The Havona solo is not only one of the best bass solos ever, not only one of the best solos in jazz ever, but simply one of the best solos of any instrument, any genre...period.
@erickborling1302
@erickborling1302 Жыл бұрын
The piece is so excited (like molten gold) it emits light.
@modern_memory
@modern_memory Жыл бұрын
I'm willing to bet that Jaco composed that solo, as he did his solo for Teentown. That doesn't take anything away from his creativity.
@arthurmee
@arthurmee 11 ай бұрын
It is beautiful.
@natemickens88
@natemickens88 7 ай бұрын
He made it up then he wrote it.......Never heard nothing like it. I think Jaco was some kind of AI. They should've cloned him when they had the chance.
@TooOldFor
@TooOldFor Жыл бұрын
"Bright Size Life" is a masterpiece. Wish that trio had recorded more.
@columbostuntdouble1391
@columbostuntdouble1391 Жыл бұрын
I'm a 53-year-old bass player and I've been telling young bass players this very thing for years. Thank you for stating this point with such clarity.
@bluecrueful
@bluecrueful Жыл бұрын
me too, a 53 year old bass player who loves this album and had it in high school
@tallpaul7130
@tallpaul7130 3 ай бұрын
What point? 🤷‍♂️
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
I played with Jaco Pastorious. He started off as a Drummer but was truly incredible as a bassist. Unfortunately he was difficult to control but once he calmed down he was extremely exciting to perform with. This video is great for musicians and well done. Will certainly Subscribe.
@KhalDrogo76
@KhalDrogo76 Жыл бұрын
This album changed my life, what Pat/Jaco/Bob did together is some of the greatest music ever made. and according to Pat, what they did live was a hundred times better than the record - which is terrifying to think about
@Danny-fs1hk
@Danny-fs1hk Жыл бұрын
👍
@JJJJJVVVVVLLLLL
@JJJJJVVVVVLLLLL Жыл бұрын
I’m not a metheny expert… iirc they had a musician / producer who pushed the BSL LP to happen, bc they were playing out a lot and probably gonna love onto new material without getting it down properly on record
@lucistired
@lucistired Жыл бұрын
i enjoy these videos so much. I'm a guitar player, but I have an appreciation for bass. Whenever I have the privilege of playing with a bass player, I try to listen to them as much as possible. This channel is broadening my horizons musically, as I'm learning all sorts of stuff that bass players think about when they're playing. It's surprisingly relevant to what I do
@caurnelmorgan4934
@caurnelmorgan4934 Жыл бұрын
Seems there’s a bunch of guitarists coming here. I’m a guitarist-turned-composer, and I agree with your sentiment. @PDBass has gotten me to relisten to songs with new ears and to appreciate the bass even more than I already had.
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
An amazing guitar player who I also played with named Sawn lane said concerning Jaco... " its sad that society makes provision and supports people who have needs but never makes provision or takes care of People like Jaco who needed help in many other ways".. Insted he walked into a bar and was beaten by a bouncer... then later died.. WHat a sad way for someone so talented to die.
@Larrymh07
@Larrymh07 Жыл бұрын
@@doyourownresearch7297 I wasn't formally trained in music, either on guitar nor bass. I'm your typical seventies rock guy that switched to bass because I was the weakest guitarist in the band. The difference in my path was that I kept learning and by the end of the 1970's knew that Rock bass playing had devolved and that many guitar players who weren't all that swift themselves assumed and expected bassists only played roots, (I'm sorry for the run on sentence).
@lucistired
@lucistired Жыл бұрын
@@doyourownresearch7297 Nothing just previously I tended to listen more closely to the drummer
@matthw633
@matthw633 Жыл бұрын
I have the same response, and like you I’m a guitarist. Thanks so very much Paul. You’re drawing six stringers to the master class 😎
@rafaelosuna4784
@rafaelosuna4784 Жыл бұрын
Awesome video! And your right,as Jaco said in his instructional video the "most important thing to learn is the melody of the tune".
@future62
@future62 Жыл бұрын
Jaco gave us so much man. I watch his live performance of Dolphin Dance once a week.
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
An amazing guitar player who I also played with named Sawn lane said concerning Jaco... " its sad that society makes provision and supports people who have needs but never makes provision or takes care of People like Jaco who needed help in many other ways".. Insted he walked into a bar and was beaten by a bouncer... then later died.. WHat a sad way for someone so talented to die.
@TheFlightsimNerd
@TheFlightsimNerd Жыл бұрын
Me too!
@nunyabidnez7857
@nunyabidnez7857 Жыл бұрын
​@@gravitydrums1391 Thanks for telling that. It's gratifying to hear Shawn Lane speak well of Jaco. Shawn himself was an incredibly gifted, unique, and important artist with a difficult cross to bear. Both men did more than their share of suffering.
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
@@nunyabidnez7857 That is so true.
@MaruyamaYuki_vt
@MaruyamaYuki_vt Жыл бұрын
I gotta give it up to pdbass for exposing me to my go-to chill music. Showers, choring, closing time at work, it's this song that drags me through it as gently as possible.
@JimboMarbleEye
@JimboMarbleEye Жыл бұрын
Thank you for reminding me of Bright Size Life and introducing me to other versions of this piece. I had no idea they existed! Your channel consistently brings me so much joy.
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
An amazing guitar player who I also played with named Sawn lane said concerning Jaco... " its sad that society makes provision and supports people who have needs but never makes provision or takes care of People like Jaco who needed help in many other ways".. Insted he walked into a bar and was beaten by a bouncer... then later died.. WHat a sad way for someone so talented to die.
@jeffmill
@jeffmill Жыл бұрын
Not a bass player, but just wanted to say how much I love your channel. Always fascinating analysis and lots of great music and playing.
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
An amazing guitar player who I also played with named Sawn lane said concerning Jaco... " its sad that society makes provision and supports people who have needs but never makes provision or takes care of People like Jaco who needed help in many other ways".. Insted he walked into a bar and was beaten by a bouncer... then later died.. WHat a sad way for someone so talented to die.
@AJMjazz
@AJMjazz Жыл бұрын
Great video, Paul. As a guitarist and bassist (that played quite a bit of fretless) you are so right when you say, "Learn to play the melody." And may I predicate, in all the keys. Because you never know when, at a jam session, someone calls "Autumn Leaves" in Db. (You know it's gonna happen!) BTW, you killed the melody on B&G! Well done, sir!
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
An amazing guitar player who I also played with named Sawn lane said concerning Jaco... " its sad that society makes provision and supports people who have needs but never makes provision or takes care of People like Jaco who needed help in many other ways".. Insted he walked into a bar and was beaten by a bouncer... then later died.. WHat a sad way for someone so talented to die.
@primeanalogrecords
@primeanalogrecords Жыл бұрын
I get it and you’re right! It was part of the composition, but without question Jaco, being Jaco, had to come out on top, and bring the bass forward, which is always a beautiful thing! He change the way we all look at what a base was in a composition!
@pvillez
@pvillez Жыл бұрын
Thank you for posting this. This track and Jaco's playing and sound on it has accompanied me for nearly 50 years. One of the most beautiful albums.
@Naniamania3
@Naniamania3 Жыл бұрын
“Jaco will always be one of the great communicators of music.” Perfect.
@NeedingAMeeting
@NeedingAMeeting Жыл бұрын
In the late 1980s, when I was 1st getting to know a now friend, he was (still is) a jazz drummer. He asked what jazz groups I liked, and I named Weather Report first off and also Pat Metheny. I had no idea who Jaco Pastorious was then and didn't learn about him until years, actually decades, later. My goodness!! What other-worldly talent!
@ai3985rghh
@ai3985rghh 11 ай бұрын
Jaco is such a giant in sound not just music. Listening to his playing is like being wrapped in a warm blanket. It envelopes you and takes you home. Pure perfection.
@hilliardgreene8567
@hilliardgreene8567 Жыл бұрын
Your final comment on melody is spot on and I couldn't agree with you more.
@RoeyHaviv
@RoeyHaviv Жыл бұрын
This just shows the beauty of Jazz, when it’s so hard to figure out if the parts were improvised or prewritten. The flow is the same.
@jerryburdick8051
@jerryburdick8051 Жыл бұрын
Such a great video. Thank you. Your voice on fretless is beautiful, too.
@philipmcadam5339
@philipmcadam5339 Жыл бұрын
Great lesson, thank you. Peace and love.
@hamiltonburger4574
@hamiltonburger4574 Жыл бұрын
It's 1:15 AM and I'm just scrolling through my KZbin algorithm trying to get tired enough to go to bed. This came up and the title intrigued me as I'm a huge Metheny and Jaco fan not to mention a frustrated jazz guitarist. When I listened to Jaco play through that beautiful phrasing (which I've never heard before) I immediately thought of Metheny. It was the note choices that really stood out to me. It just sounds...well...Metheny. So, it was no surprise to hear what you learned about it. I've never seen your channel before but I'll be looking forward to seeing more! Thanks for sharing.
@onesixfive
@onesixfive Жыл бұрын
i guess when we hear a sick line from jaco we accept it like 'well yeah, its jaco'. it is a bit shocking to hear he didnt write that masterpiece line but to me, amongst pat's long, long list of skills and accolades is his ability to write melodic lines like this. all my favorite tunes from pat have some amazing line like this that sucks me in (though usually on the guitar, and not at the end of the song!). i remember hearing pat say you could throw a garbage can down a flight of stairs and transpose it - its a melody. this guy thinks differently about melody then most of us, save perhaps the best song writers in the world.
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
An amazing guitar player who I also played with named Sawn lane said concerning Jaco... " its sad that society makes provision and supports people who have needs but never makes provision or takes care of People like Jaco who needed help in many other ways".. Insted he walked into a bar and was beaten by a bouncer... then later died.. WHat a sad way for someone so talented to die.
@JJJJJVVVVVLLLLL
@JJJJJVVVVVLLLLL Жыл бұрын
a very PM melody
@jrosner6123
@jrosner6123 7 ай бұрын
This is another great tune in which Jaco's part just kicks it into goosebump territory. Chills every time.
@dr.garynelson4687
@dr.garynelson4687 Жыл бұрын
Just when I thought I had a good understanding of this melody from Jaco, you come with additional knowledge and insight I did not know. Thanks for always dropping the knowledge.
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
An amazing guitar player who I also played with named Sawn lane said concerning Jaco... " its sad that society makes provision and supports people who have needs but never makes provision or takes care of People like Jaco who needed help in many other ways".. Insted he walked into a bar and was beaten by a bouncer... then later died.. WHat a sad way for someone so talented to die.
@drno2141
@drno2141 Жыл бұрын
amazing album and amazing episode..thanks for that. that album is still in my playing collection after all thoose years, it's not bass, it's not guitar,it's not jazz..it's music to listen
@jamesoconnell7443
@jamesoconnell7443 Жыл бұрын
Thanks PDBASS. You’re awesome. As a teacher-everything.
@pichipachu
@pichipachu Жыл бұрын
Your "lesson learned" at the end of this video is so great... and served with CONVICTION!... Learn (and play the hell out of, with CLARITY) the MEL-O-DY! This is the best and simplest lesson I've had in a while. Thanks!
@garyji
@garyji Жыл бұрын
Fascinating backstory and musical education. I'm not a musician, but videos like this deepen my appreciation of the skill, talent, and creativity it takes to perform great music of any genre.
@BassPlayerNcl
@BassPlayerNcl Жыл бұрын
These videos are a fantastic resource. Thank you so much for creating and sharing them, Bassman 😊🎶🎵❤️✌️
@robzecc
@robzecc Жыл бұрын
I would have guessed that. It really sounds like a Methenyesque melody. Wonderful video and research. I had no idea about the doubling
@iquevirtual
@iquevirtual Жыл бұрын
This channel is amazing! Thanks pdbass!
@carlnewman5448
@carlnewman5448 Жыл бұрын
Beautifully put together, I couldn’t agree more about melody. A reason I loved Weather Report so much and then when Jaco joined it was the ultimate 🙏❤️
@Giaco54
@Giaco54 Жыл бұрын
i knew you were going there - absolutely beautiful
@jalechavez6042
@jalechavez6042 Жыл бұрын
Grande Jaco...!!!...Gracias por Compartir........
@TS-gn2wy
@TS-gn2wy Жыл бұрын
I'm a drummer and just came across this because I love Jaco. The last part of this awesome video says it all; learn melodies! Even if, or perhaps more importantly, you're a drummer.
@tommyron
@tommyron Жыл бұрын
I kid you not, I listened to this last night. Absolutely great choice! So maybe fantastic information in this video. You have one of the most generous channels on KZbin.
@absoluteunit8628
@absoluteunit8628 Жыл бұрын
We're so glad you covered this song that's my favorite song off the album. I listen to often in the fall here in Wisconsin.
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
An amazing guitar player who I also played with named Sawn lane said concerning Jaco... " its sad that society makes provision and supports people who have needs but never makes provision or takes care of People like Jaco who needed help in many other ways".. Insted he walked into a bar and was beaten by a bouncer... then later died.. WHat a sad way for someone so talented to die.
@TheMrAshley2010
@TheMrAshley2010 Жыл бұрын
Amen to your comments on melodies!
@GeoffStrehlMusic
@GeoffStrehlMusic Жыл бұрын
Nice! A new upload!
@grahamallen9393
@grahamallen9393 Жыл бұрын
Utterly sublme and a favourite Jaco track , wonderful Sir
@kendallpigg5097
@kendallpigg5097 Жыл бұрын
Great timing! I was just looking up Jaco stuff last night, but wasn't aware of this. Thank you. So happy I got a chance to see him with Weather Report. They were incredible live.
@johnk6598
@johnk6598 Жыл бұрын
I’ll always be thankful I saw them live on several occasions too.
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
An amazing guitar player who I also played with named Sawn lane said concerning Jaco... " its sad that society makes provision and supports people who have needs but never makes provision or takes care of People like Jaco who needed help in many other ways".. Insted he walked into a bar and was beaten by a bouncer... then later died.. WHat a sad way for someone so talented to die.
@johnk6598
@johnk6598 Жыл бұрын
@@gravitydrums1391 Society can’t protect you from your demons
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
@@johnk6598 Thats very true,
@ethanwinograd
@ethanwinograd Жыл бұрын
Top notch as always Paul
@wkenney
@wkenney 9 ай бұрын
Excellent as always
@teddypantelas
@teddypantelas Жыл бұрын
Great video! Paul is doing a great job of educating people about the way it is. He not only picks great material to choose from (JACO) but does the research to make sure it is correct. It definitely sounds like a Metheny melody without question. This was a big part of John Lennon's classic sound - singing the melody twice as everyone knows.There's nothing like the sound of the same Voice twice because it's a perfect match and makes it stand out more uniquely than say two people singing the same harmonies. Here Jaco's using the same technique, His voice - the bass - his DNA and only his - which makes it sounds so gorgeous! Beautiful playing Paul!
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
An amazing guitar player who I also played with named Sawn lane said concerning Jaco... " its sad that society makes provision and supports people who have needs but never makes provision or takes care of People like Jaco who needed help in many other ways".. Insted he walked into a bar and was beaten by a bouncer... then later died.. WHat a sad way for someone so talented to die.
@saltyfellow
@saltyfellow Жыл бұрын
Very interesting and deep your analyses. Thanks for creating such a content!!!
@denisecohen9061
@denisecohen9061 Жыл бұрын
Not only are Your descriptions articulate Your heartfelt sensibilities shine through each & every clip You are a BEAUTIFUL Man with a depth of Soul ✨✨✨💫💝
@Thomas-ze7iy
@Thomas-ze7iy Жыл бұрын
I feel and think exactly the same. And all this comes to expression in the way of his playing.
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
An amazing guitar player who I also played with named Sawn lane said concerning Jaco... " its sad that society makes provision and supports people who have needs but never makes provision or takes care of People like Jaco who needed help in many other ways".. Insted he walked into a bar and was beaten by a bouncer... then later died.. WHat a sad way for someone so talented to die.
@perfectlygoodslouch5212
@perfectlygoodslouch5212 Жыл бұрын
Thank for this song I love Matheny & Jaco
@KozmykJ
@KozmykJ 11 ай бұрын
I found myself sat next to Tony Bacon in the Circle at Bristol’s Colston Hall. We were watching Weather Report play and raved at the music, Jaco in particular. Tony said that he had just been interviewing Jaco. Like "Wow !! Really ?" or words to that effect. He signed me up to two years free subscription to his magazine. Thank you Tony. 👍 Nice guy.
@Joeh1154
@Joeh1154 Жыл бұрын
Well, that does it for me. Your channel is unique and your knowledge and ability to perform brings the information to life. This was a brilliant look into composition and execution and I thank you for that. As Bassists, we all know Jaco and how he exploded onto the scene but this in depth look at his approach was something I never heard before. You're the Rick Beato for Bassists. Don't ever stop. We need this information to help us all expand our own playing. Thank you for posting. Best to all.
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
An amazing guitar player who I also played with named Sawn lane said concerning Jaco... " its sad that society makes provision and supports people who have needs but never makes provision or takes care of People like Jaco who needed help in many other ways".. Insted he walked into a bar and was beaten by a bouncer... then later died.. WHat a sad way for someone so talented to die.
@lundsweden
@lundsweden Жыл бұрын
Wow Paul, so interesting as usual. I've sat on Jaco too long, I need to go on aJaco binge now, I see the light!
@rickdickerson6991
@rickdickerson6991 11 ай бұрын
First of all, I Love what you do for the bass community Paul, as well as your contributions locally. I never knew those things about Jaco. It was a real eye opener. Keep up the wonderful work!!
@calvincook3815
@calvincook3815 Жыл бұрын
THIS IS AWESOME!!!
@markkirschenmann3925
@markkirschenmann3925 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this post, informative and so awe-inspiring!
@noprocrastination
@noprocrastination Жыл бұрын
Man You're a great Instructor, I've never seen Bass Licks as Clear as you Display it, you translate the Greats and Make it seem Effortless! Thank you!!!!
@iansmith9125
@iansmith9125 Жыл бұрын
New subscriber here. Love your content so much brother. I have to sing while playing bass & I always feel like I’m learning ways to develop when I watch your vids. Cheers from the U.K. 👍🏻
@ORIGINALDaveB
@ORIGINALDaveB Жыл бұрын
Nicely done. I studied bass back in the early 80's then put it down. I retired last year and I'm back at it again. I remember Jaco. He is my favorite and sadly missed. I remember adding harmonics to my playing after hearing him. Thanks for the inspiration. It has been long overdue.
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
An amazing guitar player who I also played with named Sawn lane said concerning Jaco... " its sad that society makes provision and supports people who have needs but never makes provision or takes care of People like Jaco who needed help in many other ways".. Insted he walked into a bar and was beaten by a bouncer... then later died.. WHat a sad way for someone so talented to die.
@ORIGINALDaveB
@ORIGINALDaveB Жыл бұрын
@@gravitydrums1391 It's very sad. People always bitch about the police using excessive force, what about bouncers? You mean to tell me a steroid pumped goon can't stop short of killing someone out of line in a bar? I recall 2 instances where it back fired. Once when Mike Tyson showed up to rescue his friends, and a other time when Bruce Smith tossed a few around like rag dolls. I heard about both but didn't witness either.
@MacTeee
@MacTeee Жыл бұрын
Thanks again Paul for another wonderful deep dive into Jaco's work and reiterating his idea of learning as many melodies as you can. I still listen to Bright Size Life all the time...fantastic record!!!
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
An amazing guitar player who I also played with named Sawn lane said concerning Jaco... " its sad that society makes provision and supports people who have needs but never makes provision or takes care of People like Jaco who needed help in many other ways".. Insted he walked into a bar and was beaten by a bouncer... then later died.. WHat a sad way for someone so talented to die.
@jeffreycooley2032
@jeffreycooley2032 Жыл бұрын
This guy knows his stuff. Jaco was a one of one player. It's almost unimaginable what he might of done had he not had an untimely demise, and dealing with issues while he was here. Among my favorite bassists, along with Ron Carter, and James Jamerson
@retro-dademusic6403
@retro-dademusic6403 Жыл бұрын
Very nice tone yourself there. Well done. 😎
@bryanthomasbassist
@bryanthomasbassist Жыл бұрын
Nice arc! This video is a satisfying solo.
@PabloVestory
@PabloVestory 5 ай бұрын
Thank you so much!
@heirling25
@heirling25 Жыл бұрын
🙏🏽 Amazing clip...as always.
@Midi-olo-gist6758
@Midi-olo-gist6758 Жыл бұрын
This is some great information. I had no clue Jaco didn't use pedals. Especially with Weather Report. Thanks for all your knowledge bro.
@hubbsllc
@hubbsllc Жыл бұрын
No "pedals," but he used one or more MXR digital delays - rack-mount units or close to it in format - and the built-in distortion effect of the Acoustic 360 amps. Many times he'd run dry through one 360 and through the MXR into a second 360; that's a huge sound right there. Also used the MXR as a looper for his solos ("Slang" on Weather Report's 8:30).
@frans688
@frans688 Жыл бұрын
Jaco is the bass player that I caught late in life until I understood him as a force of nature, Like Jimy Hendrix on guitar. Great video.
@adrianor.passarelli8127
@adrianor.passarelli8127 Жыл бұрын
I've been listening to music constantly since I was 4 (1984), played trumpet at 10, started playing bass at 20, and listened to tons and tons of a bunch of genres thru pop, rock, punk, disco, electronic over the decades, and specially prog rock, heavy metal AND jazz. All of this to say that Bright Size Life and Midwestern Dreams are two of the most beautifull songs I ever heard in my life.
@pdexBigTeacher
@pdexBigTeacher Жыл бұрын
Thank you, again. Metheny & Jaco's haunting, reflective music got me through rough times as a college student, and you brought those memories back.
@Jin-Hu
@Jin-Hu Жыл бұрын
I've always loved this slow one, such warm movement, plus I never knew that the chorused sound was achieved that way and I've been listening to JP for nearly 3 decades! Thank you
@lawrencebeck4777
@lawrencebeck4777 Жыл бұрын
Your tone and timing were exquisite on this tune, Paul. It brought back so many beautiful memories of Jaco. Thank you this wonderful presentation!
@pdbass
@pdbass Жыл бұрын
🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
@thomasbridges4257
@thomasbridges4257 Жыл бұрын
Dam thanks 👍 dude you showing just how good he was plus these other bass players just don't know back at this time there were very real bases players back then as well as before him too
@deannilvalli6579
@deannilvalli6579 Жыл бұрын
I love that album from Pat Metheny. I bought it when I was about 15. Simply brilliant. And Jaco's album was also great.
@ggates5859
@ggates5859 Жыл бұрын
Simply brilliant analysis of a wonderful tune. Concludes with advice anyone would be foolish to ignore.
@bullet1218
@bullet1218 Жыл бұрын
This channel highlights the bass guitar and the amazing bass players that bring this instrument to life...💯👍
@wapitgood
@wapitgood Жыл бұрын
Ahhhhh my fav is the solo in "(Used to Be A) Cha Cha" debut solo album. This solo melts my heart and cuts to the core.
@nunyabidnez7857
@nunyabidnez7857 Жыл бұрын
You're correct sir, his greatest recorded solo! And with that early chocolatey, dark upright tone. Amazing.
@d36williams
@d36williams Жыл бұрын
I love that your channel tackles breaking down fusion and soul tracks, most similar break downs are very pop heavy
@reidsmith9575
@reidsmith9575 Жыл бұрын
Thanks, man! I'm very musical in my soul, but I'm not a "musician." I enjoy your channel.
@ricardososa3803
@ricardososa3803 Жыл бұрын
There is also another version of this magnificent piece by Pat Metheny, from the year 1977 included in the Gary Burton Quartet, in which the great German bass player Eberhar Weber plays bass, great version.
@charlieburns1385
@charlieburns1385 Жыл бұрын
Always blessed with you comments and music👍
@waynecsmith5145
@waynecsmith5145 Жыл бұрын
B&G I heard but could never find...thanks for the direction and expert review...much appreciated!
@srwaite7
@srwaite7 Жыл бұрын
Timeless stuff, brother! Thanks for sharing. All the best! 🖖🏻
@seansimplicio2001
@seansimplicio2001 Жыл бұрын
Such a great video. Definitely one of my favorites on that record! Thank you!
@Andre-bs5nl
@Andre-bs5nl Жыл бұрын
O boy, this brings me way back. I should have never got those 'Walking bass clases' where I totally lost the feel with the bass. I remember this, this is what I loved. 21 years ago..... 46yo now
@Simbaibass
@Simbaibass Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this. I appreciate your deep dive into one of the beautiful pieces of music I have ever heard.
@peterknaust7424
@peterknaust7424 Жыл бұрын
Beautifully explained and presented Paul, thank you!
@mrtriffid
@mrtriffid Жыл бұрын
Very nice analysis! Your love of music really comes through.
@ricobonifacio1095
@ricobonifacio1095 Жыл бұрын
Wow, this is a great video. You are so talented, man!
@NotYourTypicalNegro
@NotYourTypicalNegro Жыл бұрын
Man you have a really nice sound on this.
@manny75586
@manny75586 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful tune. Great line by Jaco. Even without the doubled part of it, it sounds great.
@AfroRedMusic
@AfroRedMusic Жыл бұрын
Yeah man! I been on the Jaco train for a couple years now; well into my 20th year as musician and professional bassist; appreciate these videos as always!
@Vagotis
@Vagotis Жыл бұрын
One of my top 5 favorite albums and great, insightful content as usual.
@lilmelvin11
@lilmelvin11 Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Thank you so much. "Some mighty valuable education you doing here". Truly.
@patrickselden5747
@patrickselden5747 Жыл бұрын
I always enjoy your essays, Paul, but I particularly dig this one because of its insights into the work of two of my favourite musicians: Pat Metheny and Jaco Pastorius. Thanks! ☝️😎
@adamodimattia
@adamodimattia Жыл бұрын
I waited for this episode! Used to be a cha cha solo was and still is my favorite. The Jaco record was the first Jaco playing I've listened to and maybe it was because I needed the running time of the whole Jaco album to find my directions and be ready to absorb that solo. After that of course I fell in love with other solos from that album but hearing for the first time Used to be a chacha was like an earthquake to me, it was forgive me the expression: orgasmic. It was some time after that when I acquainted myself with Bright Size Life, and although I loved all the tracks leading to the B&G when the Jaco part in it finally came I had a very similar sensation, this part really gave me goose bumps.
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
An amazing guitar player who I also played with named Sawn lane said concerning Jaco... " its sad that society makes provision and supports people who have needs but never makes provision or takes care of People like Jaco who needed help in many other ways".. Insted he walked into a bar and was beaten by a bouncer... then later died.. WHat a sad way for someone so talented to die.
@pablito162
@pablito162 Жыл бұрын
Bravo! Great content and analysis as usual!!! I really like how you sounded playing!!! GOD Bless You!!!
@damonrondeau8416
@damonrondeau8416 Жыл бұрын
This is particularly rockin' video, man. I have known that melody in my bones since practically the day Bright Size Life was released. You taught me more about it with showing me Egan's and Swallow's take on it. I love how Steve made it sound like himself! But the way you summed things up by encouraging folks to learn melodies, to dig playing melodies? That's good teaching, man. Well done.
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
An amazing guitar player who I also played with named Sawn lane said concerning Jaco... " its sad that society makes provision and supports people who have needs but never makes provision or takes care of People like Jaco who needed help in many other ways".. Insted he walked into a bar and was beaten by a bouncer... then later died.. WHat a sad way for someone so talented to die.
@PharaohLawLess1
@PharaohLawLess1 Жыл бұрын
Another great 1 professor
@normanw.5725
@normanw.5725 Жыл бұрын
Great video on one of my favourite tunes. Thanks man!
@adrianlevi2244
@adrianlevi2244 Жыл бұрын
Such a pertinent end statement . As Jaco stated ‘always learn the melody’ . Your videos are some of the best on the internet, filled with such interesting and well thought out content , thank you .
@gravitydrums1391
@gravitydrums1391 Жыл бұрын
An amazing guitar player who I also played with named Sawn lane said concerning Jaco... " its sad that society makes provision and supports people who have needs but never makes provision or takes care of People like Jaco who needed help in many other ways".. Insted he walked into a bar and was beaten by a bouncer... then later died.. WHat a sad way for someone so talented to die.
@joechampion4484
@joechampion4484 Жыл бұрын
Bravo. 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾 This video has made me want to learn this song. Thank you.
@WoodlawnSound
@WoodlawnSound Жыл бұрын
Learn melodies! My old teacher used to say, "Get the notes!" Great video, as always - goosebumps. Thank YOU!
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