How in the world can he sing at the same time? It never ceases to impress me.
@NewsJunk72 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Amazing Trio
@sebastiantuttas2222 Жыл бұрын
He plays it differently live, less complex. Still an awesome bass player tho.
@charlescoleman6896 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Sting would play this while singing! All of the members of the Police were beasts on their instruments.
@PetraKann Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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.
@radiozelaza9 ай бұрын
see the Gateshead concert from 1982. He plays the syncopated part between the sung verses, while the simplified phrase during singing @@nkogliaz
@anthonymaylett58237 ай бұрын
On sniff yeah
@enkiitu4 ай бұрын
He didn’t play it like that live
@GuillaumeJACQUIN Жыл бұрын
Julia ...The Spirit of the bass ! 😊
@134rwa Жыл бұрын
You show why the bass player is always the coolest member of the band!
@kenhoward3512 Жыл бұрын
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.
@nopeoplecorp Жыл бұрын
Thank God for Julia Hofer! Too long away, as always. Always the best content on bass from this lady.
@victorhp15375 ай бұрын
First part using a pick, the second part fingered.... And both absolutely flawless. Julia's talent is truly amazing.
@Heathaze813 Жыл бұрын
Love this bass line. Never get tired of playing it on my Fender Jazz
@MrSandalwood Жыл бұрын
As a complete Police nutcase and Bassist. Myself you nailed that..
@GoldtriggerDude Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
thought a long time how to express your "2." without sounding stupid (or creepy) you did it for me - thanks ;-)
@bumpdunlop Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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!
@StanleyRodgers Жыл бұрын
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.
@reggaefan2700Ай бұрын
Ever heard of reggae music?
@StanleyRodgersАй бұрын
@@reggaefan2700 of course I have.
@RFToob20 күн бұрын
It’s hypnotic.
@jevans9359 Жыл бұрын
My favorite Police song played my favorite bass KZbinr. Thanks Julia!
@davegarski1548 Жыл бұрын
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.
@keep_walking_on_grass3 ай бұрын
this song feels like spirits in a material world. ingenious. Sting is a godly gifted musician.
@Peter-Alexander Жыл бұрын
Well played Julia! The groove switching is cool and I think fits so well with the music.
@stewdickson Жыл бұрын
I just love your playing. So cool.
@elrafa782 Жыл бұрын
I Never miss a single Julia’s vid. Happy moment. Thanks
@pine3737Ай бұрын
I saw a version you did with drums before. But solo, this take's the cake! Thank you Jon.
@ImException233 ай бұрын
I don't understand why I even watch these videos)) I like this immersion more. The facial expressions and immersion in the guitar make me smile. Plays well
@terrenceduncanson2716 Жыл бұрын
STING is the reason I bought a Tele-bass as my first choice
@audibletapehiss3764 Жыл бұрын
Awesome going up the neck, then to the bridge, then back to the plectrum! Suits each section of the song.
@denverguitarhero Жыл бұрын
I never knew this song had such a killer bass line! Nice playing
@louzander Жыл бұрын
Exactly! I wish bands would mix tracks like this, with the bass much more prominent.
@andrewpinner3181 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Julia, also one of my faves from The Police !
@ThvonS3 ай бұрын
Singing the verse while playing that bassline is... really hard. Great song. Great bass playing
@javiermatres3183 Жыл бұрын
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
@Festivalmedia1942 Жыл бұрын
Awesome
@Number1ZERO699 ай бұрын
Awesome group! Really very ahead of their time! Sting , Andy and Stewart were insane talent!
@peterkocur7096 Жыл бұрын
Julia, you are the greatest bass player the world...
@strat0871 Жыл бұрын
Yeah ! I told you about this one ! Thanks Julia !
@joeljorge2 ай бұрын
Julia rules! Beautiful!
@rockoutmichigan9 ай бұрын
I love her smile... infectious. Also, one of my favorite bands.
@pangeaproxima36818 ай бұрын
ok, ok...
@MrSandalwood9 ай бұрын
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...
@RandyLott9 ай бұрын
Safe to say, this is a basically perfect cover. The tone, timing, and dynamics are all very impressive.
@stugoodman7407 Жыл бұрын
Great Bass Line by one of the greats! Fab job as always Julia.
@MarioRossibless Жыл бұрын
Hi Julia . Thank you for sharing new video, always is great class
@tone99302 ай бұрын
Sound is spot on!
@Barry101er Жыл бұрын
Those 1st two LPs -I was such a fan-such a bass driven band-you have to love a three piece.
@matthewjones88657 ай бұрын
Yes it’s an amazing song with a terrific bass line from such an incredible band The Police. Beautifully played also note perfect.
@jet-lo6463 Жыл бұрын
Great Julia, beautiful song, beautiful tone!
@1Hominid Жыл бұрын
This is for sure one of my favorite Police tracks and bass lines. Thanks for covering it. And for the swinging and bass face! 😅
@daviddanielsson3643 Жыл бұрын
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 :)
@TechnoBoomer Жыл бұрын
Thanks Julia for this excellent cover ! See U soon. François
@VeleroMedia4952 Жыл бұрын
Great job
@georgemallett9728 Жыл бұрын
I love it !! I still listen to alblum
@lehmanndj Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Dead End Job- Another correct answer!
@WimRijksen Жыл бұрын
That was excellent, danke Julia.
@phileduardo4 ай бұрын
i asked you, exhaustively, to play this song and you did It. thank a lot and greetings from brazil
@richarddegener Жыл бұрын
Excellent! !
@ferrante9 Жыл бұрын
i like it, i like it a lot
@onerayoflight15578 ай бұрын
Love the Police ! And I've always loved this song -- but you pointed out the bass lines in such a good way. Thanks!
@hemihead68 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely perfect 👍 very nice indeed
@ThomannsGuitarsBasses Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much! // Cheers, Julia
@ccardwell6112 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for going back and getting Spirits. It definitely should have been on the first list! What a great lick!
@StevenDoyleLuke3 ай бұрын
Love your playing, big fan and thank you for the notation.
@markericburke530310 ай бұрын
I agree with your comments it's incredible
@AndyMangele Жыл бұрын
Police were one of the (very) few 80s bands I REALLY loved! ❤
@hector4968 Жыл бұрын
the best and most beautiful bassist in the world!!!😍
@jackv2244 Жыл бұрын
My other favorite song from The Police, real 🔥🔥🔥 bass line and nice job as usual Julia ❤️🎸
@jonathanchevallier7046 Жыл бұрын
Cool bass cover ! Thank you Julia ;-)
@antoniodomingos7222 Жыл бұрын
😍 Amei o som Julia!
@Threlgar Жыл бұрын
Excellent Julia!! U Rock!!
@jameswilson7985 Жыл бұрын
I love this baseline so much, so simple and yet so striking and unique. This is a great cover
@donttrythisathome-id9hy Жыл бұрын
Really good. Thanks for sharing
@rickyb68 Жыл бұрын
❤❤❤loveeeeeee this !!
@pgm16739 ай бұрын
Wow, I remember learning this when it first came out. An incredible bass line and well executed J.
@fordshaw58337 ай бұрын
Thanks Julia !
@pedrorocha2378 Жыл бұрын
Julia is awesome, Thanks for sharing your talent on bass and yor good ear for music.
@cienciegos Жыл бұрын
Best Bass Face EVER‼️🙌🏼✨😍
@usomedicinal4 ай бұрын
Beautiful bass line Beautiful bass
@marcionobrega5117 Жыл бұрын
Muito bom adorei 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
@graysonharrisful5 ай бұрын
Awesome! Such an amazing song! Truly one of the best! Well done!
@woodywoods537311 ай бұрын
Really enjoyable to hear you play your really really good.
@Monsterdrumma24 күн бұрын
I like the Stingrays snap!
@AlbertCapaldi-zg1eo11 ай бұрын
Great stuff Julia. Stings bass line songs are the hardest to play. He is a genius
@5eddie5 Жыл бұрын
Perfect! Flawless groove!!
@matthewcragg3607 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic!
@sergiolopez4197 Жыл бұрын
You just made my weekend with this one! thank you so much!
@reyvarela9572 Жыл бұрын
Great job getting feel down perfectly 🙏🏻
@rudolfkurtz98479 ай бұрын
fantastic julia, ❤thank you as always👏🏽🙏🏽
@och70 Жыл бұрын
Julia was absolutely feeling that groove. #BassFace
@diegofranchino81009 ай бұрын
Grazie !!
@rtedcr Жыл бұрын
LOVELY
@tjjones7533 ай бұрын
Hey 👋🏽 Julia! I really like 👍🏽 the fact you started finger style play going into the 3rd verse which has the same tone change Sting 🐝 does on the album 💿 version! You nailed it! ✌🏽
@michaelrawson6261 Жыл бұрын
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!!!
@dkpitt3912 Жыл бұрын
Awesome!!!
@lexeykuzmintsev24109 ай бұрын
Julia! ❤
@alexisriverasomoza99197 ай бұрын
Greats performance ❤
@z98133 Жыл бұрын
Julia rocks.
@JamesMorgan_LifeandText Жыл бұрын
Great playing, Julia!!!
@fbowie21 Жыл бұрын
Very well done 👍
@LeifPalmin Жыл бұрын
Friday, bassgoddess, life is good. Have a epic weekend Julia
@Dida.Santos Жыл бұрын
Esse classic vibe é lindo de mais, é top de linha o som é incrível
@robertosoave9351 Жыл бұрын
Brava. Canzone mitica
@alterbridge7091 Жыл бұрын
I’m not seeing enough of you Julia. I need more bass, and more Julia. Thomann is letting me down with other filler material that does not contain fantastic bass grooves. I love bass grooves, and Julia is an aesthetic deliverer or the low end.
@alterbridge7091 Жыл бұрын
*of the low end.
@iheartherain6321 Жыл бұрын
Great bass player, great girl👌
@danielpalmersofficial Жыл бұрын
Hey Julia, this is my favourite song by The Police!! ✌️😁
@domformula14 ай бұрын
The police are the main reason I started on guitar, we got my brother this bass for his 40th birthday. Excellent job, if people like this riff, try searching out some of the live versions, particularly the US Festival ‘82.
@chronicon5616 Жыл бұрын
Solid! Great tone too!
@mirllewist3086 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! (and I never could figure out where the 1 is in this tune...)