Spirits In the Material World | The Police | Julia Hofer | Bass Cover | Thomann

Julia plays Spirits in the Material World by The Police! The song has a very interesting rhythmic shift between off-beats in the verse and downbeats in the chorus, have a listen!
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[@BerndThomasSchuller]

How in the world can he sing at the same time? It never ceases to impress me.

[@peterzijlstra5444]

It's like having a conversation with somebody while your are typing a text message on your phone, under the table, to somebody else. (read this somewhere)

[@pasodeminick]

This might sound too evident, but when you compose a song, it's yours, you got each and every note sticked into your head, both for your bassline and your vocals. The bass plays almost in "auto" mode, and you focus on the vocals that are very close to the bassline. If you make a cover, both playing bass and singing then you will be in trouble and have have to practise for a very long time.

[@juanbarreras682]

Amazing Trio

[@sebastiantuttas2222]

He plays it differently live, less complex. Still an awesome bass player tho.

[@charlescoleman6896]

He played a simpler line live. That might have been because it worked better, though, not because he couldn't play the part - this song was weird live, with the guitar playing the chords.

[@ericv7720]

Sting would play this while singing! All of the members of the Police were beasts on their instruments.

[@PetraKann]

One of those 3-piece bands that produced masterpieces. As Andy Summers once said “in a 3 member group there is no-breather. You need to keep busy all the time”. Brilliant musicians

[@nkogliaz]

Sting never played the bassline this way live due to it interfering with his ability to sing it, as far as I know, he only played the original bassline when the album was being recorded at AIR in Montserret, there are also several citations on the song (I believe on the wiki as well) that he never played this version of the bassline live at concerts.

[@radiozelaza]

see the Gateshead concert from 1982. He plays the syncopated part between the sung verses, while the simplified phrase during singing @@nkogliaz

[@anthonymaylett5823]

On sniff yeah

[@victorhp1537]

First part using a pick, the second part fingered.... And both absolutely flawless. Julia's talent is truly amazing.

[@GuillaumeJACQUIN]

Julia ...The Spirit of the bass ! 😊

[@MrSandalwood]

As a complete Police nutcase and Bassist. Myself you nailed that..

[@StanleyRodgers]

Not one instrument plays on the one in this song. Stewart Copeland acknowledges that this drum pattern is one of his hardest for that reason. Such a killer song and album. Great job on this cover. YOu bring back memories for this old man.

[@terrenceduncanson2716]

STING is the reason I bought a Tele-bass as my first choice

[@134rwa]

You show why the bass player is always the coolest member of the band!

[@nopeoplecorp]

Thank God for Julia Hofer! Too long away, as always. Always the best content on bass from this lady.

[@kenhoward3512]

Sting (aka, Gordon Sumner) is such a massive talent, to this day. 'Nice to see you focusing on his work in The Police. It could be easy for casual listeners to undervalue his interesting bass playing, considering the power of his singing, song writing, and guitar skills.

[@GoldtriggerDude]

1. Obviously love the bass playing. 2. Love the facial expressions. It's like you're in a dream world. 3. Love how you switched from playing with a pick to playing with your fingers. Very cool! Gracias, Julia!

[@AndreasUlmer]

thought a long time how to express your "2." without sounding stupid (or creepy) you did it for me - thanks ;-)

[@bumpdunlop]

This is my favorite Police song. For many years Ghosts in the Machine was my only Police record. I learned the song when it first came back in the early 80's and relearned it and jammed on it with a couple of friends over the past year. In the 80's I played it with a pick. Today I play it with my fingers. Great bass line(s).

[@johnconnors2386]

Ghost…was my 1st Police album & the very first album I bought with my own money. I can still remember where & approximately when I bought it. It holds a special place in my heart, then again, doesn’t all of their work? (Like choosing the best Beatles album, right?) As a drummer, Stewart & Neil P. we’re my greatest influences (I think most Gen-X drummers would say the same).Back then it was impossible not to be effected by their playing. Prior to watching this video, I worried that Julia might play the bass line incorrectly, as is often done. She plays it exactly as I hear it. So that makes her correct;). Play on, my friend!

[@Heathaze813]

Love this bass line. Never get tired of playing it on my Fender Jazz

[@jevans9359]

My favorite Police song played my favorite bass KZbinr. Thanks Julia!

[@denverguitarhero]

I never knew this song had such a killer bass line! Nice playing

[@louzander]

Exactly! I wish bands would mix tracks like this, with the bass much more prominent.

[@graysonharrisful]

Awesome! Such an amazing song! Truly one of the best! Well done!

[@davegarski1548]

Excellent cover of this song. I know I've said it before Julia, but your precision and technique is so deadly accurate. I've been a bassist since about 1978, and I really enjoy your lessons.

[@audibletapehiss3764]

Awesome going up the neck, then to the bridge, then back to the plectrum! Suits each section of the song.

[@michaelrawson6261]

I'm a bit late to the game with this channel (my loss!!) But with each video I watch, I can't wait for another! I'm a bassist myself, but NOT like this!!!

[@TechnoBoomer]

Thanks Julia for this excellent cover ! See U soon. François

[@Festivalmedia1942]

Awesome

[@och70]

Julia was absolutely feeling that groove. #BassFace

[@danielpalmersofficial]

Hey Julia, this is my favourite song by The Police!! ✌️😁

[@elrafa782]

I Never miss a single Julia’s vid. Happy moment. Thanks

[@eggy1962]

Hungry for You from same album also drives a strong bass……as i found out through the walls in nurses accommodation many years ago

[@RandyLott]

Safe to say, this is a basically perfect cover. The tone, timing, and dynamics are all very impressive.

[@lehmanndj]

Dead End Job is the best police bass line hands down. Andy Summers talked about when they played that live people would be jaw open at Sting playing the bass line and singing at the same time. But anything Julia choses is just *chefs kiss* kudos.

[@johnconnors2386]

Dead End Job- Another correct answer!

[@ferrante9]

i like it, i like it a lot

[@mirllewist3086]

Thank you! (and I never could figure out where the 1 is in this tune...)

[@nicok5630]

Great job

[@cienciegos]

Best Bass Face EVER‼️🙌🏼✨😍

[@Peter-Alexander]

Well played Julia! The groove switching is cool and I think fits so well with the music.

[@Barry101er]

Those 1st two LPs -I was such a fan-such a bass driven band-you have to love a three piece.

[@peterkocur7096]

Julia, you are the greatest bass player the world...

[@fordshaw5833]

Thanks Julia !

[@stewdickson]

I just love your playing. So cool.

[@markericburke5303]

I agree with your comments it's incredible

[@MarioRossibless]

Hi Julia . Thank you for sharing new video, always is great class

[@MrSandalwood]

You got that down to a tea. Just the right amount of attack.. but also very smooth...sting is so so underrated such a gifted musician...

[@matthewjones8865]

Yes it’s an amazing song with a terrific bass line from such an incredible band The Police. Beautifully played also note perfect.

[@rtedcr]

LOVELY

[@rudolfkurtz9847]

fantastic julia, ❤thank you as always👏🏽🙏🏽

[@PooNinja]

Soo fun this tune, the one is implied 😂

[@rockoutmichigan]

I love her smile... infectious. Also, one of my favorite bands.

[@pangeaproxima3681]

ok, ok...

[@andrewpinner3181]

Thanks Julia, also one of my faves from The Police !

[@richarddegener]

Excellent! !

[@strat0871]

Yeah ! I told you about this one ! Thanks Julia !

[@Thorsten_Kueppers]

2:13 Oh that’s such a cool move to switch from pic to finger style within a glimpse of an eye! But where the heck did you hide it?? What kind of magic is going on here? 😂

[@javiermatres3183]

thanks Julia. I really like this bass line. A lot of rhythm that reaches your feet and you can't stop moving. It's one of my favorite police songs. very well touched

[@1Hominid]

This is for sure one of my favorite Police tracks and bass lines. Thanks for covering it. And for the swinging and bass face! 😅

[@neverthemachine4evr868]

Awesome group! Really very ahead of their time! Sting , Andy and Stewart were insane talent!

[@stugoodman7407]

Great Bass Line by one of the greats! Fab job as always Julia.

[@cskeise]

So... Reggie gets you rocking, that means I'll have to take you to Jamaica. Have you ever been?...💙👊😎

[@lexeykuzmintsev2410]

Julia! ❤

[@jonathanchevallier7046]

Cool bass cover ! Thank you Julia ;-)

[@iheartherain6321]

Great bass player, great girl👌

[@hemihead68]

Absolutely perfect 👍 very nice indeed

[@ThomannsGuitarsBasses]

Thank you very much! // Cheers, Julia

[@5eddie5]

Perfect! Flawless groove!!

[@donttrythisathome-id9hy]

Really good. Thanks for sharing

[@dkpitt3912]

Awesome!!!

[@AndyMangele]

Police were one of the (very) few 80s bands I REALLY loved! ❤

[@rickyb68]

❤❤❤loveeeeeee this !!

[@z98133]

Julia rocks.

[@Threlgar]

Excellent Julia!! U Rock!!

[@matthewcragg3607]

Fantastic!

[@woodywoods5373]

Really enjoyable to hear you play your really really good.

[@chronicon5616]

Solid! Great tone too!

[@jackv2244]

My other favorite song from The Police, real 🔥🔥🔥 bass line and nice job as usual Julia ❤️🎸

[@sergiolopez4197]

You just made my weekend with this one! thank you so much!

[@reyvarela9572]

Great job getting feel down perfectly 🙏🏻

[@pneulancer]

If she’s doing anything by The Police, I’m there!

[@onerayoflight1557]

Love the Police ! And I've always loved this song -- but you pointed out the bass lines in such a good way. Thanks!

[@chrisfryer7728]

wonderful skill!

[@lifeandtext]

Great playing, Julia!!!

[@jet-lo6463]

Great Julia, beautiful song, beautiful tone!

[@user-xv2kk5fe5b]

Fantastic job. You are such a great bassist. Sting is an absolute bass god to me. He's created so many incredible bass riffs over the decades.

[@LeifPalmin]

Friday, bassgoddess, life is good. Have a epic weekend Julia

[@jameswilson7985]

I love this baseline so much, so simple and yet so striking and unique. This is a great cover

[@fbowie21]

Very well done 👍

[@georgemallett9728]

I love it !! I still listen to alblum

[@antoniodomingos7222]

😍 Amei o som Julia!

[@WimRijksen]

That was excellent, danke Julia.

[@daviddanielsson3643]

Thank you, Julia! When I saw this upload I knew it was because many people, myself included, mentioned it in a previous comment section. Such a simple, yet somehow sofisticated and captivating bass line :)

[@ednaldojose8343]

Love you!!

[@ccardwell6112]

Thank you for going back and getting Spirits. It definitely should have been on the first list! What a great lick!

[@alexisriverasomoza9919]

Greats performance ❤

[@pgm1673]

Wow, I remember learning this when it first came out. An incredible bass line and well executed J.

[@thewomble1509]

I can say, having played this line since it first came out, that there are subtle variations in the verse part that Julia is not picking up.

[@pedrorocha2378]

Julia is awesome, Thanks for sharing your talent on bass and yor good ear for music.

[@marcionobrega5117]

Muito bom adorei 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@hector4968]

the best and most beautiful bassist in the world!!!😍

[@AlbertCapaldi-zg1eo]

Great stuff Julia. Stings bass line songs are the hardest to play. He is a genius

[@fherarceok]

Es mi tema preferido de the policeeeee!!!!! eres una genia!!!

[@flummi-Berlin]

Sexy and groovy Julia. Well done! Back then I had the new Sony Walkman, which was a world first and had cult status, and I listened to this record up and down.

[@p38cobra]

You’re Awesome girl! Love ❤️ at first sight & sound

[@p38cobra]

Is that a Precision Bass? What Vintage? Stuart Copeland said Spirits is most difficult for all 3 in the band.

[@toca1pramim]

Esse classic vibe é lindo de mais, é top de linha o som é incrível

[@alexisriverasomoza9919]

From Chile...greats work 😅

[@ashleyhill7137]

Omg there's a note in there i didn't know existed! Also, doesn't he play the very first bar of V2 slightly different 🤔. Incredibly memorable riff. 😲👏👏

[@PeteCarlton]

Sting - never better. Julia - never beaten!

[@johngrimley3523]

Your the best=)