Secrets of Reggae Bass Line - How to Create a Reggae Bass Line

[@JohnJesus]

REGGAE BASS course now available - learn more: www.johnjesuslife.com/reggae-bass-course

[@mikekell920]

I come back to this video just to listen to the line, do you have a video of just playing?

[@tafaemachimbiz6276]

there's a difference between good players and those who are good players and teachers. ..,this is one of the most clear lessons on reggae bass on KZbin so far!

[@TheSeopard]

This guy's bass tutorials are the best I've seen on youtube; if you can't pick up how to play bass (reggae or not) by these lessons, you're just impatient!

[@JohnJesus]

+TheSeopard I appreciate your comment. Thanks a lot!

[@kurtownsj00]

@q1k9i3l0ä5å No many of the things he's saying sound simple but get very deep very fast. To actually let some of the stuff sink in (versed in a bit of music theory or not) I've def looked through a couple times to refresh memory.

[@drisfpv]

People reading this!! Check out his rebirth album it's quality, it's criminally under-listened to atm

[@teaginrich]

One of the absolute best bass trainings i've ever encountered!

[@gerry2294]

I feel so alive man. All my creative juices are flowing. This is opening doors for me to "new worlds". I feel most alive when I'm in learning mode... that's a recent discovery. Lol.

[@filosurfer]

Thanks so much for this, man! I've played guitar for 12 years and always loved reggae and now I'm learning to play the bass more seriously. This was such a helpful little series you did - you explained things well and you created easy examples to follow.

[@kijekuyo9494]

I really love your approach to teaching Jamaican bass lines: giving new players the tools and rhythmic approach to create their own--teaching them how to fish for themselves, so to speak. I have been playing Jamaican bass since the early 1980s. I took a 10-year break from bass to play "ethnic" drums and flute, and I have recently returned to brush the rust off. Despite my long background in Jamaican pop and spiritual music, I found your video enlightening.

[@makyo1974]

i reallly love your Dreadlocks ^_^

[@nattsojaqs9822]

Hahahahahaha🙈

[@misterenigma514]

Damn 😂

[@thebusylazybasist9692]

🤣🤣🤣

[@Nobody-11B]

As a bald reggae bassist, I'vE NeVER heaRd ThaT OnE bEfOrE. Are you a 22 year old Caren in the making??

[@JohnJesus]

Yeah man, hey need a lot of maintenance 😂

[@rasjahson6261]

Playing reggae with any instruments especially the bass guitar is really simple. You have to feel the beat in your soul and you will get the rythmn of the chords.

[@manoelribeiro9893]

Very Good!

[@michaelbell75]

Thank you for this! I usually just play by ear. Just started getting into learning scales and such. Its one of the first times I have REALLY understood things like triad major and minor shapes and how to create bass lines that aren't just following a guitar playing quarter notes. Also learned a little about playing guitar reggae style too. Great video!

[@jasonsanmoogan]

much much appreciation brother man. love the way you break it down. one love from Guyana

[@d0wnstars]

I tried jamming on reggae jam tracks before and did not know what to do. Now i jammed again after this video on different tracks and it was so good that my wife was really impressed. Thank you so much.

[@wildcatz123]

I just discovered reggae and I never thought I'd be into it but it just makes me so happy as does your music. I will be listening to a lot of your work and am inspired by your playing! So glad I found such a great musician!

[@JohnJesus]

Hey Dale! Thanks so much for the comment - such an amazing compliment, I am really flattered! As you can tell, I love reggae - there is much to explore, and I hope you enjoy discovering other great artists/bands and the intricacies of playing it! Enjoy!

[@leku200]

I went through dozens of "how to play reggae" vids and this is the first one that actually demonstrates and lays out what is going on. All the others kept repeating "you've just gotta feel it mon!" and as this guy proves, there's reasons behind those feelings and there's technique required to achieve reggae sound. Many thanks

[@ev446]

This definitely helped me. I play guitar but sometimes stand in on bass and I couldn't get our reggae tunes very smooth. Thank you.

[@bubswilliams]

Thanks very much for this lesson. This is the best reggae bass lesson I’ve seen on YT. Simple, clear and effective. Great work bro!

[@anjenikonmalo6602]

I don't have a guitar. I do it on my piano and play in church on a bass guitar. I don't how often I watched that video. Great lesson, great teaching, and easy to apply techniques. Thank you very much my friend!!!

[@chemagallego]

Many thanks

[@prodigaldaughter5978]

Love this! I'm trying to learn all styles of playing. My absolute faves are funk and r&b but reggae is so nonchalant and just go with the flow. Love it! Thank you for this tutorial señor!

[@JohnJesus]

My pleasure Mariana!🙏

[@tuckerbuchan3804]

Literally so helpful. I was playing all major notes in reggae bass, now I'm able to mix it up a bit. Thank you!!

[@legomaestro2079]

Thank you for this lesson. Trying to learn to play Reggae proper and this brought me forward. God Bless and be well

[@robertgoldbornatyout]

Excellent Sir thankyou, what a fantastic teacher you make it look so easy,

[@francisimoiko1814]

Cheers J Jesus. I have watched some many bass guitar lessons on youtube. I must say that your the best teacher and your teaching is second to none. My bass has really improved thanks to you.

[@dedwards7433]

Greetings I appreciate you, love your teaching, patient & clear instructions.

[@alainramnauth7706]

Excellent. In the Caribbean we call that space 'kotch'

[@bassghostbaybay8233]

You changed my life!

[@wildcatz123]

Same here! Literally in one night

[@sumo751]

Really a great lesson! Clearly this made a huge difference for me in everything not just reggae, thank you!!!! Bells definitely went off, Got it!!!!

[@pinsanitydesigns4571]

Amazing lesson! I had no idea how triads worked and now I can make up own bass lines! Thx!!

[@Drelion44]

J Jesus, its the simple way you explain the fingering that got you all the views. Its like your talking to us and not at us that helps us latch on to the practice. Great job! I Subscribed. Thanks.

[@JohnJesus]

Thanks a lot Andre!!!!

[@taiarock]

you are the best teacher EVER!

[@jamesmhango2619]

Thank you Jesus for the reggae dose.

[@bethanyjoy9550]

Such a great teacher! Thank you so much. God bless you, sir JD! 🤗

[@TheAlmightyYaya]

Yeah yeah yeah! After three months of autodidact discovery, I actually DO understand what you are saying. Now there's tons of practice and further discovery to come. YAAAAAY! Last night a bassline saved my life! .-D

[@JohnJesus]

I know how that feels man.... keep it up! It gets better!

[@amazingict1]

You have explained this so well. I especially like the parts where you talk about going back to the root note through the use of a descending scale pattern.

[@septactac3914]

WOW! This is exactly what I need. Thanks for the video.

[@juniormwatasoloofficial8667]

I understand the root of reggae music because of this guy. 🎶🎸🥁🥰

[@rmh_223]

Roots reggae?

[@elihuglorioso2973]

THIS IS WHAT I AM SEARCHING FOR!!!!!!!!! Explained so well!

[@Grapho137]

this has to be the best video on this subject online. Really helpful

[@JohnJesus]

+ttb2857 Thank you very much for your comment - I am glad it helps!

[@rimadbih]

great lesson, explained everything i had wondering about reggae bass so simple

[@a.j.garrett9639]

Dude that was a huge lesson. I'll be working on that for a while. Thank you so much.

[@driverbass1554]

I have been looking for something like this for years thank you!

[@MsMacskajancsi]

How sweet reggae bass teaching. Thanks so much.

[@franciscoraupp]

When you add the 4th chord, you have the same chords as Boys Don't Cry by The Cure. Amazing lesson! You teach not only how to play, but also how to think and create basslines. And all that in a very understandable way! Thank you!

[@JohnJesus]

+Francisco Raupp Thanks for the comment. I am glad it makes sense and that it helps! Enjoy

[@ernieD]

First ( A ) chord; is "3 little birds" riff. ;?) Good stuff.

[@nopiswakur1374]

wow it's really incredible, your recording is pure and thanks so much because I have learnt how to create a reggae basic bass, I'm waiting for another recording. God bless.

[@thelonewolfofficial1671]

Amazing. This made so much sense to me, also simple music theory wise, of where everything fits thanks. I watched the other two videos as well.

[@goodie2shoes]

Thank you very much. I've been playing bass and guitar for years. When it comes to rock and pop I can manage alright. But reggae is a different matter! I love playing it but it doesn't come naturally ( I play melodic, mainly ). So your tutorial was very helpfull. God bless!

[@josen.9079]

Great lesson!. The best on youtube

[@Stulus2010]

Dude! You just demystified that whole reggae secret in a few minutes..thank you so much!

[@JohnJesus]

You're welcome!

[@paz3353]

... I saw JJesus... Then i knew Reggae. :) Thanks, so clear the way you put it, more tools in our boxes! Paz,

[@ilmusiciano]

😀

[@bryceallynband]

Thank you!!! this is great!!!

[@bencasteu]

Your video has inspired me to make more music. Thanks a lot!

[@JohnJesus]

I am glad I can help!

[@jameswatson7186]

Excellent! Very understandable and enjoyable lesson.

[@gayahvyent9731]

Thanx a lot brother! Such a good explaining! Greetings from Amsterdam

[@gregoryherson2095]

Many thanks for another great lesson on Reggae bass👍🎸

[@regdredd7538]

11/10 clear, easy to follow, the best I've seen on the subject, check out the other videos too. Pure quality. Thanks.

[@gregsonnathan4783]

Where has this video been. Very Helpful and has improved my playing tremendously. Thank you.

[@reggaelovers-i6y]

thanks brother, you go slow enough so I can catch on and for some reason your better than some of the Jamaican bass peoples

[@hamibassgreen5408]

yes I like this a lot this helps us to see how the bass player is thinking

[@JohnJesus]

+hamibass green Awesome! Keep jammin!

[@OneDem99]

Great Lesson, learnt a lot!. Thank you.

[@njokisasirom]

great video man, you are so calm and you know how to explain.

[@rodtough74]

This lesson was very helpful! I'm gonna use these tips for the rest of my life

[@cahilldes]

Nice explanation and good that you show the guitar as well as the bass.

[@infinitesoul7019]

I CAN'T THANK YOU ENOUGH MAN. EXCELLENT JOB.

[@JohnJesus]

Thank you for the love, I am glad the video has helped you!

[@davidbrealey3736]

Brilliant lesson!! Thank you so much !

[@breathewell2461]

A Totally Well-Made Video , So Professional , Following All The Pedagogical Rules In Teaching :-) Thanks For Making It So Easy For Our Mind To Grasp . Now I Get A Much Better Understanding Of How Reggea Works . Lots Of Respect From North Africa .

[@jaysalisbury193]

This is a wonderful tutorial mate, very helpful indeed! What a guy. Many thanks!

[@pauluslute5045]

Awesome Dude !!! Very helpful ... Also love the dreads

[@konabeats]

lol

[@cookiesncream25]

Bro, thanks a lot. You're a great teacher. I've learned a lot from you more than my music teacher. Stay safe and healthy. PS: I said thank God after learning a lot and then I saw your name. I was like, Oh... really thank God. 👍🍻

[@JohnJesus]

Thanks man, I'm glad you learnt from it! Enjoy!

[@a.j.garrett9639]

I really love how the first two vids tie up in this third video. I really feel like I learned a lot. Thank you.

[@wildone1584]

Wow, make it look so easy, brilliant dude 👍🏻😊

[@brainyjam]

If i was limited to one word: Awesome. Plain awesome. Without doubt you are the best around here. It cannot be simpler. There are teachers and there are TEACHERS and you are a TEACHER. Do you have tutorial books and videos on sale?

[@JohnJesus]

Hey Brother, thank you very much 🙏 I will soon be releasing a course on Reggae Bass - taking it from the very beginning, teaching some theory and the foundation techniques, and the teaching more than 50 Reggae classics, with Tabs to be easier to follow. I'll drop a comment again when it's available so you can check it out!

[@guitaristed21]

Very good tutorial. Thanks for sharing.

[@infinitesoul7019]

I LOVE YOUR ALBUM. GREAT SONGS.

[@JohnJesus]

Glad you love it!! The album is available on Spotify and my Soundcloud: open.spotify.com/artist/2kizN0IdwTPwzT4onOnXEc www.jjesusmusic.com/jjesusmusic If you wish to support my music by buying the album, here is the link of my Bandcamp: jjesusmusic.bandcamp.com/ Big Up!

[@rationalistron7685]

J Jesus z

[@RASPUTITIN]

Gracias por compartir tu conocimiento. Un abrazo!!!!

[@ianjbato5337]

Thanks for this comprehensive lesson :) Trying to learn reggae now. Thanks again! ^_^ Good job!

[@PJ_charts]

the best vid ever on the topic. just wat i needed. JJ u r the best teacher

[@omerhussein4226]

thank you so much indeed -- regards Omer H from Sudan

[@TheYjmfan]

Excellently broken down really helpful 👍

[@toymasterfultoymasterful7499]

This was very cool...i was already hearing a bass line in my head with the loop. I gotta get myself a loop machine.

[@BraddaAsh]

very helpful, big ups

[@gregoryherson2095]

Many thanks. Great lesson

[@LoveNjustice]

Very helpful. Thanks.

[@nilangasudeshweerasinghe7479]

Thanks for your lessons. .

[@harrymann60]

lots of love and respect to you j, this lessons is so valuable, thank you:)

[@LoveRackett]

Great lesson a real sit down and show something Teacher !

[@OlgaOrlova863]

Thank you!!! It's really great and very usefull video! Thanks a lot!

[@jaimemuhate1729]

Really good. Thanks

[@tsampadi]

really helpfull really relaxed and clear big thanks !

[@NN-vx8em]

Easy to understand. God bless. Thank you

[@patrickstalgitis9230]

very inspirational..thanks

[@bini1205]

Reggae...real music!

[@Kofigraves]

Thanks for the demo, really helps

[@kithykombe]

So insightful.... thank you

[@jonas142388]

Very Good Lesson

[@alejandrofelix4008]

Muchas Gracias Jesus!!!

[@radiocontrole]

great video, you are a great bass teacher

[@bbeenn]

Thank you!

[@JimmyTutorials-ij6hn]

Learnt a lot from this, thank you very much. By the way I've only started bass this week.😅

[@kumbukanidavidmwale4232]

inded u're the best teacher

[@williansampaio1430]

Thank You Very muCH 🎸🎶