Powerslave Bass Cover

[@Bartysquire]

Your'e the last guy on you tube who has to apologize or make excuses for how he plays. You're a monster player dude

[@TJH3113]

+Brian Barton I still try to portray myself in the best possible light. Thank you.

[@chrischarrette94]

AMEN, BROTHER!!

[@russell2890]

the bassline playing during the solos are epic

[@quentinorsoni]

Yeah dude its like the first solo is out of this world but steve take it even furtherwith his own part

[@DVivan]

The bassline during the solos are better than the solos itselves. A masterpiece of Harrys.

[@dampndrookit]

Maiden on a Jazz? Heresy! Really though, good cover!

[@TJH3113]

+Old Stoneface Thanks.

[@ConstantineIsslamow]

Your right hand sure got a work out. Nicely done. I believe this is the first time I have seen you cover a Maiden song. It's kinda weird. In a good way but weird :)

[@MrMonkeyCommander]

oh damn two of my favorite KZbin bass players in one comment section.

[@TJH3113]

+Constantine Isslamow Thanks Constantine. Yes, the first. And, most likely, the last.

[@vonheller]

+Constantine Isslamow MAIDEN RULES!

[@231allen231]

+TJH3113 but why??

[@marttini7]

you look very perfectionist TJ haha... good cover bro, you must do more Maiden covers =)

[@jasonrdrunner]

God I love the bass guitar. Your playing sent chills over me. Steve is one of the best and so are you Troy.

[@magikindian]

Ya just gotta love the alter egos in the background while this humble and soft spoken man in front, nails every baseline better than the originals

[@TJH3113]

Most are from DeathStudios. Thanks so much.

[@Deiphobuzz]

for a second I thought this was Bruce on bass haha. Wonderfull performance, Maiden always gives me goosebumps and you managed to do the same 👌

[@johnnyrio464]

Deiphobuzz Well said and I agree !

[@jasonwilson6431]

8 years ago.....still killrer!! Can't even tell you how many times I've watched you play this song. It's a very good interpretation.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks for all the views! What do I owe you?

[@RCAvhstape]

I know you must get tired of hearing this, Troy, but that was freaking awesome. When I was growing up Harris was up there in my top 5 or so bass gods along with Geddy. And I still have my vinyl copy of Powerslave; played for a guitarist buddy just the other night. I was a "casual" Maiden fan and I thought this is their best and most complete album. And light touch or not, I swear you can hear the bass strings clanking the frets all through this album, part of the Steve Harris sound.

[@TJH3113]

+Helium Road Thanks a lot. I was fond of the album when it came out as well but always struggled with playing his parts. All that string clack is what made me think he was really whacking the bass but then I read in a interview that the plays lightly and has the bass set up with the action very low. Makes sense now.

[@gplayahead8099]

+Helium Road The attack in his right hand is monsterous! Steve blew our minds from Killers thru Powerslave. Then I got off the ride. Harris is on all rock players lists as an influence for sure

[@vonheller]

+TJH3113 he uses flatrounds as well..so crazy man!

[@gtate135]

Yeah he uses rotosound flat strings, I could never get use to them, felt like my fingers stuck to the strings. But I got the Harris slap sound by beating the shit out of it with my right hand. Occasionally I would break strings. One thing I noticed is I lost feel for the non metal songs and still banged hard on bass, couldn’t play without the clacking. For me a blessing and a curse. Love Steve H. And the rest of maiden, nice job on covering this

[@DrFrige]

Love the facial reaction at the 4:00 mark where the bass line gets fun... LOL. Great job. LOVE Steve Harris.

[@TJH3113]

Glad you enjoyed it... Thanks!

[@sabresman31]

Iron Maiden is second only to Rush, I'd love to hear more. Great work!

[@TJH3113]

+sabresman31 Thanks.

[@JackMcLeodJr]

Flawless playing, bringing the true unique style of Steve Harris to an even greater light, that solo section itself is absolutely beautiful.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks a lot Jack.

[@Hard-Boiled-Bollock]

Excellent, Steve Harris would be proud. I'd love to see you cover Fear Of The Dark

[@TJH3113]

+Tony Merrett Thanks.

[@petebracrella4695]

Absolutely flawless!! You're just an amazing musician!!

[@thestarwarsgeneration9864]

How have I never seen this?! This is awesome! I don't care if you think you were a tad flat in the middle section, I think you nailed it! This was amazing as usual!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks. Actually, I was a little out of tune throughout the entire song...haha. As I said, this was a bit out of my comfort zone, but thanks a lot in any case.

[@nickavenoso7851]

I'm with you Troy. I was never much of a metal guy, but Iron Maiden is one of the only metal bands that I've really liked and I think it's because I'm a big prog rock fan and they have a more complex and rich sound when compared to other metal acts. No offense to other metal acts. Great job on this one Troy! One of my personal favorite Iron Maiden songs.

[@TJH3113]

Yeah, it was probably the hint of prog, along with the horror imagery that caught my interest. Steve's a bit too much for me to handle in terms of endurance though, so I don't play much Maiden. Thanks and take care!

[@Steambull1]

Great technique and timing!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks.

[@warrengauthier4699]

If I could play like that, I would be in a band of some sort. Even just a bar band. You are the bass master. 🤘

[@TJH3113]

Aw, thank you very much.

[@ryanhayes5475]

Pretty cool hearing Maiden tunes played on the Jazz bass... and especially so well :) Stellar work as usual. Seeing you post this made my day

[@TJH3113]

+Ryan Hayes Thanks.

[@vonheller]

+TJH3113 easier to get the Harris "clack" out of a jazz more than a P bass..i just love this video

[@welshphantom8964]

Nice job Troy! Shame about the tuning.....Annoyingly, Maiden tuning seems to vary song to song and album to album on these older pieces.....the joys of analogue tape ;) Considering this is clearly out of your comfort zone hats off for uploading this! Btw, you must have been unlucky at your Maiden gig, I've never had trouble in over 30 years of shows.....perhaps watch Live After Death dvd from this era, you might appreciate it, who knows ;) And a BIG thanks for the heads up to my channel, I've got the 2nd half of Piece of Mind on my pc that I keep on meaning to re do, so hopefully this will get my backside in gear lol

[@TJH3113]

+J Huet - WelshPhantom Thanks. Yeah, I do that from time to time...the tuning thing. Yeah, every band (and their sound engineer) is entitled to an off night here and there. A couple of my other "worst sound" experiences have been at Rush shows, so no one is immune from it. No problem. Hope you're doing well.

[@clintdutil3663]

Troy, I watch this video over and over and I’m always blown away. Maiden has always been my favorite. Keep up the awesome bass!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks a lot, Clint.

[@KreaperSlayer]

Great cover Troy! It's always nice to see a cover from you!

[@TJH3113]

+Kreaper Slayer Thanks.

[@cne4ever35]

Amazing cover of one of the greatest songs of my fav maiden album!!

[@NelsonMontana1234]

Really nice job. It may sound like nitpicking but Harris never did "plectrum pick" -- it's all fingertips. And he never anchors his thumb which I've found that to be a part of how he gets his sound. But you got it! And with a J!

[@Zatoichi444]

I've never said this to anyone before in my life.....but I want to be you...and your videos will help me achieve betterment.....unlike most vid's....I can clearly see where your fingers are on the fretboard...I thank you very much for posting all of these...you are going to help me achieve my dream. Thanks for all your work.

[@TJH3113]

+Zatoichi444 That was very nice of you to say and I'm glad that you find the videos helpful. Thank you.

[@g.beeker5561]

Steve Harris has always blown my fecking mind.Great job.

[@TJH3113]

+G. Beeker Thanks.

[@vonheller]

wow ive been playin it wrong for years..love your lesson man! UP THE IRONS! \m/

[@TJH3113]

+Von Heller Thanks.

[@sandrastarling]

Great work there. I must watch again a few times to see what rubs off.

[@BGSoccerMagic]

Sir, you should do more! Your playing is incredible, this has got to be the best base cover of a Maiden song I have seen, and I have seen plenty and there are some amazing bass players on here on youtube.

[@Hard-Boiled-Bollock]

Like I've said, this guy should be way more better known than he is

[@TJH3113]

Thanks. I'm afraid this video really highlights my weak points and I'm sure there are better covers of this song than mine out there. I appreciate your sentiment though.

[@louissuppa490]

TJH3113 u play it differently than he does but that's what makes musicianship unique wouldnt classify it as u having weak points lol haven't seen any

[@Rendclaw]

I have been a Maiden fan for years, and this still remains my favorite album. It never ceases to amaze me that Steve did all of this with just two fingers. I was absolutely convinced he was using all four fingers, and it was just two..... Excellent job, Tony!

[@TJH3113]

+Rendclaw I was surprised as well. Thanks.

[@michaeldelio1870]

We are still out here! You are my go to source! Thanks for the great channel.

[@TJH3113]

Yes we are!!! Thanks Michael.

[@marvinewilliams8281]

Troy, believe me, you've made quite a name for yourself. This is phenomenal playing. You're a gehius Troy and you are blessed with this talent. i am always in awe of you. Thanks. Marvine :-)

[@TJH3113]

Oh please...Thanks Marvine.

[@ericwWu]

The chorus was perfectly performed! Truly, well done.

[@TJH3113]

Thank you.

[@Pystdammit]

Not sure where you saw them but I saw Maiden in Nashville on the current tour and they (and Ghost) sounded great. And no overturned cars LOL

[@patriciomitrovich9690]

Thank you, with your great performance you let us see what a fantastic bassline composer is S Harris

[@TJH3113]

Thank you for watching.

[@manyolagos3161]

I have one word for this ,,, amzing !!!! I didn't know its so complicated to do steve harris bas hahahah,,,you are an amazing bass player ,,,thank you!!!!!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks a lot. This cover showcases some of my weak points and I an sure there are better ones out there.

[@ogsnakesnake765]

Such an amazing song on Bass the power cords before the chorus sound powerful AF and the slow bass part is so epic, great cover!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks!

[@halseyballistic]

Eddie approved! Amazing job... It's always fascinating to watch great musicians covering Maiden!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks.

[@AndreaA127]

OMG that was amazing...great playing!

[@TJH3113]

+Bassist1945 Thanks.

[@aleisterbroley900]

I have to use the "invisible pick" sometimes, too. Particularly, the intro and last verse to "Number of the Beast"-- my right hand just won't get it together for the rakes, at least not yet. Amazing and inspiring job as always, sir. Your playing is a joy to watch and always makes me want to better myself.

[@TJH3113]

You, it's a handy trick, isn't it? I can only use it on one string at a time though. Thanks so much for the very kind words, Aleister

[@DG-ic9ub]

I love you're playing. A very slight funk finger punch to your style for me really adds to this. Quite often I thought the drums to the earlier, mid Maiden era has a swing to it and your approach lends to the rhythm perfectly, great stuff 👍

[@TJH3113]

Thanks, I appreciate it!

[@daveharris514]

Excellent! Steve Harris is no slouch on a 4 string, and you nailed it! 👍🏻 Another bassist i really admire is Roger Glover - straight forward bluesy/rock bassist, no frills or showing off, just gets the job done. It's like who would I pick over guitarists - Blackmore or Malmsteen? Answer: When i want to hear good guitar playing, there's only one answer......def don't want to go the mindless shredding route.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks! Definitely Blackmore.

[@ThunderBassistJay]

We asked for it, so here it is: Powerslave. I take a deep bow, very good! HAPPY HALLOWEEN Troy!!!

[@TJH3113]

+ThunderBassist Jay Thanks. Yes, it is a good Halloween song, isn't it. Happy Halloween.

[@beaverluver9187]

I have to agree with THEATREofPAIN270, that is my favorite cover you have done (that I have seen). Its not that I am a Maiden freak, but you friggin NAILED that tune and your playing abilities were shining bright, all the way through. I couldn't take my eyes off that take. Great job "Madman"!!!!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks, I'm glad you liked it, even though it's not one of my favorites.

[@steveschigur294]

Up em 🤘🤘

[@marvinewilliams8281]

Wicked and unbelievable playing!!! Wow Troy....I just don't know what to say about your rare talent!!!! Phenomenal Troy!!! Thanks! Marvine

[@TJH3113]

Thank you Marvine.

[@THEATREofPAIN270]

Hands down my favorite cover you've done. I think heavy metal, I think Iron Maiden. Steve Harris is a bass god. 👍👍👍👍

[@TJH3113]

Ah, this one would probably be on my short list of "least favorites". I'm glad that you like it though.

[@johnnyteres]

I've been watching your videos for a long time now and I've been waiting to see what would make you pause a bit and have to think about your technique and what might actually wear you out. Of course it was Steve Harris. Geddy Lee and Chris Squire are workouts, Steve Harris is a widowmaker as far as stamina. You did a damn good job man and I even discovered something in there I had never noticed and I've been listening to this album religiously since it came out in 1984! Well done sir.

[@TJH3113]

Exactly right about Steve Harris being an endurance test. I don't know how he does it. I've read that, despite what it sounds like, he actually plays with a very light touch. That would probably help as I've done that with a few quick tunes; "Hit Me With Your Rhythm Stick" comes to mind, but it doesn't come naturally to me. Thanks for the great comment and take care!

[@adrianotorresendi3340]

🙌👏👏👏 detonou tudo!!!! Muito bom!!!

[@TJH3113]

Muito obrigado Adriano!!!

[@ysfawolfpack]

Awesome video as always ! You have amazing range, technique and tone. I appreciate the time you spend making these and being kind enough to share. Thanks

[@TJH3113]

+ysfawolfpack Thanks.

[@Polkhero]

This was epic, great job! Not only does Steve Harris use a light RH touch, he also uses flatwound strings!

[@TJH3113]

+Polkhero Thanks. I'd all but forgotten about that...flatwounds. Amazing.

[@basswanderer2765]

After playing this song, the ol forearm is pretty warm, all those tendons and ligaments working overtime. Great version.

[@TJH3113]

Definitely. Thanks.

[@royavis]

Awesome cover, your finger plucking is so fluid!!

[@TJH3113]

Thank you and thanks for the kind words.

[@strychnyne3530]

no apology needed. sounds good.

[@fishermanmike44]

WOW Incredible Troy.... I found a whole new library of songs to try, your AWESOME DUDE

[@TJH3113]

Thanks.

[@stereoccult]

Wow...I'm speechless! You fucking killed it, man. Steve Harris would be proud!

[@MarbsMusic]

Somehow I missed this one when you did it! I think it's great and Maiden has been my favorite group since around 1980. Harris is indeed a beast, he also uses 50-150 flats most of the time. You are also correct, the remaster is a little off key as well if you are tuned properly. My main guitar warm up is 4 or 5 songs off Powerslave and the tuning is very apparent (this seems to have been fixed on Apple Music and Spotify in 2021). While I have worked hard to become a bassist over the last 9 years or so - still coming along, I completely understand the notes on speed. I try to do Animate using Geddy's flamenco and rarely make it unless I've been playing a lot more bass than guitar for a few months. The few Maiden songs I do play on bass I try to pick the slow ones ;) You can play pretty much any Steely Dan or Rush song so IMHO you never need to apologies on anything, always in awe of your ear and skill Troy!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks Marb. I knew he used flats, but didn't know about the steel cables. I do know that he plays with an extremely light touch, even though it sounds like he's beating the crap out of his bass. Thanks for the kind words. Everyone has their strengths and weaknesses and I'm not ashamed to show my weaknesses once and a while. Take care.

[@MichaelSaraka1980]

You should play some more iron maiden sometime on the 1958 Fender Precision Bass

[@DannyBoi2112]

I'm sure Mr Hughes would have loved to, but the bass never belonged to him, it belonged to his brother-in-law

[@93Godsmack93]

I love your playing, you always get a nice sound and great feeling with the song! It's a surprise to hear you covering my favourite band :)

[@TJH3113]

Thanks a lot. I was as surprised as you.

[@whistledickmcboingboing8893]

Outstanding as usual. And great idea doing some Maiden. Lot of great sounding bass in their catalog.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks a lot.

[@abassplayer4life]

Well done!! I'm with you when you talk of endurance. My band plays Toys In The Attic. That is such a fast song. When I play it right, it's a great feeling. Haven't felt that lately. Lol. Back to the woodshed. Keep up the awesome work.

[@djdel002]

Great job as always! Love your videos. Brings me back to when I received the Powerslave cassette for my birthday when it first came out. I listened to this song constantly and still one of my favorites.

[@TJH3113]

+djdel005 Thanks a lot.

[@gplayahead8099]

Troy. Awesome of course. I like to see you do Flash Of The Blade. That always crossed me up. Sounds like Steve plays a different run every time during the chorus parts.

[@TJH3113]

+G Playahead Thanks. I'll give it a listen.

[@jmroxx1]

Always love your playing. And you're in my area. We should get together and jam out one day. But the tuning might be off a bit. Don't get me wrong, I think you're one of the best on the tube for sure or maybe intonation or something. You rock bro

[@TJH3113]

+jmroxx1 Thanks. Yeah, I mentioned the tuning in my little paragraph below the video. This song is just a hair sharp and I forgot to adjust my bass. Once I got through it, there was no way I was going to do it over.

[@SanitysVoid]

Hey might I suggest you make a video on how you prep for and learn the songs you are covering? Myself I watch every other video I can of all the other players, I study the isolated Bass track if I can find one and consult live footage of the artist I am covering.

[@MrMonkeyCommander]

I've only heard the live recording from the powerslave tour and I always assumed the mediocre sound was from them having done such a long tour and the recording being towards the end. it always seems they have terrible timing when recording shows. but anyways I enjoyed your playing of this song. the "poor man's" picking style is actually pretty cool.

[@TJH3113]

+MrMonkeyCommander There's never an excuse for a poor live recording. Most anything can be fixed in the studio. Live sound is a little more hit to miss and a bad sounding live show can happen to anyone. Thanks a lot.

[@dabeez68]

Nicely done, I always enjoy the videos!

[@TJH3113]

+dabeez68 Thanks.

[@lois5851]

Thank you TJ. The neck is easy to see, and you play so relaxed.

[@TJH3113]

Thank "you" for watching and commenting.

[@SUKOCONANUNGHEAVYMETAL]

'Great Job.... Stephen Percy Harris The Best Bass Player.."

[@TJH3113]

Thanks you!

[@pensnut08]

"One thing that I was surprised to learn about Steve Harris' playing (beside the fact that he only plays with 2 fingers, not 3) was that he plays with a fairly light touch. When I was a young player, it sounded as if he was pummeling his poor bass to death. " YES IT DOES!!!

[@keith1r]

pensnut08 and he uses flats

[@punishmentforall]

Thanks for posting this song ... I didn't know you had done any Maiden. Good job ... Steve's playing gave me my initial interest in bass.

[@christophervaca7116]

I always stare at those 2 cyclopes. Great playing as always.

[@TJH3113]

haha. there's a third one there now. Thanks a lot.

[@DethThrasher1]

yes you are right on the song being a tad sharp, a lot of maiden songs were back then (not as sharp as xanadu though!), sped up after recording perhaps? anyway great cover despite your slightly self deprecating description haha. i really enjoyed it

[@TJH3113]

+barfyman362 Yeah, aint that something? I wasn't so flat that I noticed while I was playing, only later when listening back to it did I hear it. It wasn't a song I really wanted to re-do. Thanks.

[@pteradactylhippo]

On point! Good job.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks.

[@Transea]

Congratulations on the perfect interpretation! 🤩

[@TJH3113]

Thank you so much!!

[@smulski49]

The only problem with this video is ... no Eddie mask in the back ! JK UP THE IRONS ! great job !

[@TJH3113]

Haha...thanks a lot.

[@ralphbenitez4407]

Really liked it with your own spin on it. I know you were trying to keep up but I liked the little tricks you used.

[@TJH3113]

Thanks a lot. I wasn't trying to put my own spin on it, just trying to keep up.

[@donjohnson5653]

Nice, saw them twice w Anthrax.. great effort✌👊😎

[@TJH3113]

Thanks. Cool.

[@crayfishcrayfish]

Great cover. I thoroughly enjoyed! BTW the green demon with the horns is my favourite :)

[@TJH3113]

Thanks. That mask, like most of my masks, is from DeathStudios and is called, "Old Nick".

[@eduardo0796]

Wow, you like Maiden. Cool.

[@joaoantonio19681]

Very good ! Thanks for sharing with us !

[@markosgraveyard]

Nice cover, I liked the extended thumpnail playstyle, thought it was a pick at first. :D

[@TJH3113]

Thanks! It's actually the nail on my index finger. I just squeeze that finger and my thumb together as if I were holding a pick and flail away.

[@patricklongerbeam6421]

You Sir are a master of your craft. I love watching your videos, thanks for sharing!

[@TJH3113]

Thanks for the kind words.

[@phowebremerhaven]

how is it only find this now? Great job Troy!

[@TJH3113]

Better late than never! Thank you Patrick!

[@welshphantom8964]

Hey Troy, thanks once again for the mention in the clip description. a few people have mentioned over the months that they got to my channel via here :) I have finally filmed and started posting this album. First couple are now up... I'll let you know when this little beauty is up... your feedback would be appreciated. Cheers Troy ;)

[@shecter68]

You need a Yoda mask in the background too hahahaha.

[@Disciple0fMetal]

I'm sure steve would enjoy your cover. Very nice :D

[@TJH3113]

You think? Thanks.

[@nithinl966]

That's some really awesome playing :-D Would love to see more Maiden covers \m/

[@TJH3113]

Thanks.

[@braincrisp1]

I'm surprised your guitar didn't burst into flames from all the epicness.

[@TJH3113]

Haha... I keep a fire extinguisher out of camera range just in case that happens one day.

[@patrickgarrett9866]

...and now off to your tennis elbow treatment!! LOL Nice job!....awesome.

[@TJH3113]

+Patrick Garrett Thanks.

[@gslucas21]

Maiden... finally! Killed it!! Up the irons!!!

[@TJH3113]

+gslucas Thanks.

[@talonsoftheraven6693]

Brilliant,sounded great!

[@TJH3113]

+Talons of the Raven Thanks.

[@floouk]

well a hearty well done as always on your impeccable playing but surprisingly enough, this has shown me that Steve Harris is bloody talented. I'd written him of years ago. I think I might have been wrong. Maybe I need to re listen to their stuff?

[@TJH3113]

+floouk Thank you kindly. No, he is a beast, just not really my cup of tea music-wise.

[@rowanmcconvey6303]

You truly are an inspiration to my own bass endeavors. With covers like Powerslave, War Pigs, Burnin' For You, and Classics I haven't even heard of, you prove that the impossible can be played. For reference, I'm in High School, and your playing brings music back from the dead and into the hands of teenagers born after 2000. I'm trying to learn this bass line myself and I'm astounded that you even got as far as the second verse before using a pick cause WOW my hands hurt. Bravo. Where do you get the sheet music or tabs for your covers? Or do you learn them by ear?

[@TJH3113]

Wow, thank you for the very kind words. I greatly appreciate them. Haha... yeah, as you see in this video, it's a killer for me to play as well. I play by ear and memory.

[@marcomazotti]

Awesome playing and of course great song! Maiden4ever :) Best wishes from switzerland

[@TJH3113]

Thanks!

[@gordon7443]

great job Troy I think your the best on youtube

[@TJH3113]

+gordon newt Thanks. That was nice of you to say.

[@sanin83]

Great cover. Just found your channel nice work.

[@TJH3113]

Thank you and welcome!

[@i.7525]

you sound great!! i hope i can play like this someday!

[@TJH3113]

Thank you so much! I'm sure you will! If you like playing Iron Maiden you'll need to work on speed and endurance. You'll do it if you invest the time into getting there.

[@DuaneWandaMatt]

Completely awesome! Thanks!

[@TJH3113]

+DuaneWanda Matt Thanks.

[@zerbinit1]

Well done, I really like it.. But I have a question for you.. You are covering a lot of great bass players, I am just curious to undertand which one you like more and which one is the most difficult one to cover..? Ciao and happy 2017