Top 5 James Brown Bass Lines | Bootsy Collins | Julia Hofer | Thomann

Today Julia plays her Top 5 favourite Bass Lines from the Godfather of Soul: James Brown!
What's your favourite James Brown Song or Bass Line? Let us know in the comments!
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[@moroboshidan7960]

Nothing like funk to squeeze the best bass faces out of Julia.

[@alexanderlyon]

The Sex Machine bass line is perfecto! I've seen a lot of tutorials on that one and nobody plays with the same touch as Julia. Sounds so authentic.

[@ThomannsGuitarsBasses]

Thank you so much! ☺️ // Cheers, Julia

[@skpince]

Agree

[@anthonybridges584]

I agree she sounds good but the first two songs are not played exactly like the original unless she learned them from some alternate track.

[@miner49er79]

OMG , that Fender P-Bass is so beautiful......!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@pasodeminick]

No doubt. 'President'. You are sooo right when you say that 'you have to allow music to breathe'. Silence belongs to music too and many musicians/bands don't understand it.

[@johnwortham1595]

"People Get Up And Drive Your Funky Soul" has got so much groove that I DARE YOU to sit still while it's playing!! 😄

[@andydinesguitar]

The killer playing and groove is almost surpassed by the bass stank face!😝🤟🤟🤟👌

[@nilshartmann8866]

Agree! Better than many you tubers who at times look like watchin a slug race. Funky shirt as well ! All in all: a like

[@jimgiordano8218]

What a blast from the past for me, I remember when all these songs came out. Yep, I'm old, LOL!

[@yetimatzenightcat8702]

Psssssst 🤭 ...no matter, she does a really great job 👍

[@JoseAv-tx4yl]

Naah, you're Vintage 🕺

[@javiMrdePabs]

Julia playing is always a pleasure. What a tone and killing playing. And the bass face :P

[@elizabethlarson9655]

She is so awesome.

[@donotneed2250]

I had the chance to see him perform live twice when I was growing up. I passed his bus one day on the south side of Atlanta but I couldn't see inside. I'm guessing he was on his way home. That last time I saw him perform I was in 8th or 9th grade and he was promoting the convenience store chain that bared his name. They made such a big deal out of it and he performed. This was in the late 1960's.

[@stoatystoat174]

love the 10-11-12 fret walk up on the g in funky president feels uplifting

[@eddiecarter9831]

It's always fun to watch how much fun Julie has doing these videos. My favorite James Brown song and bass line is probably "Mother Popcorn."

[@mckengineer5727]

Spot on…it’s not quantised…it breathes and lives…EDM ain’t go no soul 😎

[@mandalorthedeaf1237]

Julia keeping the funk alive.

[@blancolirio]

Yay! You did it-James Brown! Thanks Julia- my new favorite bass teacher! (man, was I missing alot on these riffs) Juan.

[@jacan9688]

Gotta love Julia diggin on James Brown 😉

[@134rwa]

You're so right, it's so hard to pick a favorite, I could throw a dart at the list and be satisfied with what song in lands on, Haha, but for now, I'll pick the bass line from Static! One accessory you need when playing those funky bass lines, is a pair of cool sunglasses, Haha.

[@danyomega1472]

Ms. Julia's enthusiasm when playing these bass lines is so wholesome to watch. I agree with her when she said it's hard to pick a favorite James Brown bass line. My favorite would be *Get on the good foot* and *Get up offa that thing* since these two are my most listened to James Brown songs

[@joannewashington5837]

Love it. J B my favorite hero

[@FredYoung-zv3nz]

Cold sweat

[@FredYoung-zv3nz]

Funky good time!!

[@danyomega1472]

@@FredYoung-zv3nz Ah yes! That one is on my playlist too. We're gonna have a funkyyy good time 👏

[@johnwade7430]

Soul Power, Ralkin’ Loud & Sayin’ Nothin’ plus Sex Machine are my all time favourite bass-lines

[@zororosario]

Wow blows me away how good she really plays😊 Thanks❤.

[@SoMDHarleyRider]

Anything you are playing at the moment is my favorite! 🎶 🎵

[@mbo68]

I LOVE the bassline for "Get On The Good Foot"! Working my way to the point where I can play it myself.

[@och70]

Get Up Offa That Thing is one of my absolute favorites.

[@JoeBob461]

You're right - it's hard to pick just one favorite James Brown bass line. The Bootsy bass was a nice touch. Thanks!

[@smoothrider7521]

Living in America 🇺🇸 is one of my fav bass lines 😊

[@martintramil8084]

Growing up there was a lot of James Brown played in our home...thanks Pops for the gift of music🎸🎷🎶

[@francescodefendi3201]

Nice dancing (and playing too!). It’s impossible not to dance with these grooves…so let’s dance with Mr James Brown! (Not dancin’? Not human 😂).

[@BARTFUNKBASS]

"Funky President" was recorded by LA studio musicians including bassist Gordon Edwards (later known from Stuff).

[@davidknight5863]

Get on the good foot, james brown and band plus dancers just brilliant infectious how can you not tap your feet , quality. Listen to a lot of modern club music which is repulsive rubbish to listen to let alone try and dance to. Well done julia for reminding people of what real music is.

[@64north20west]

Julia, it is great to see you "Turn it a loose". Excellent video.

[@flummi-Berlin]

Killer, absolut Killer !!!

[@karlkilcrease51]

Young lady the version of "Give It Up Turn It Loose," you presented was a studio project with a audience overdubbed. When Mr. Brown, breaks down the band, he calls on Clyde Stubblefield for 4 bars, then he shouts out Bootsy. Check it out, this version of Give It Up Turn it Loose is on the double album Sex Machine. My favorite bass line is what transformed me in the Summer of 1965 into a James Brown fan, Papa's Got A Brand New Bag Part 2. Part 1 was slick, but I had never heard a bass player groove like that. My second favorites are tied, Cold Sweat, The Popcorn, The Chicken, and In The Middle.

[@charlescdt6509]

ITs an awesome day when Ms Julia drops a video.

[@geordiew2162]

You find that pocket and hold the mighty groove!! Julia you da BomB!

[@snoopyjc]

I Feel Good was my favorite - I love to play that one too!!

[@timtaylorguitarnut]

My favorite Thoman video producer😊❤

[@LeifPalmin]

Ah!!! Friday! And BassGoddess! Love it!

[@gregorywalker8746]

My favorite James Brown base line is the one in Cold Sweat. That's the song that really defined funk conceptually, and that base line is the iconic example of being "on the one". Also, it drives the song and perfectly compliments the syncopated rhythm of the drums. This song established the essence of funk, and that base line was the groove that made it work.

[@777vikingfan]

Best Bass Face in the Business!!!!!

[@c24peach]

Great video! Much love for Bootsy. My favorite James Brown tune is "Get up offa that thing".

[@maxilogan75]

Super groovy weekend start. Cheers Julia!

[@joebarrera9741]

Oh man I love those bass lines makes me move and dance

[@johngatewood4638]

Finally Julia brings the JB jams!

[@oliverschwarz4931]

Wow, groovy, groovy, groovy! ❤

[@o-g-ob4399]

Julia and her Funkiness on full display!

[@saintevenevets]

Best looking bass player julia

[@MorbidManoeuvres]

this video, made me think how dead alot of music would be with out bass riffs . awesome video thanks

[@duckyjp17]

She is so dang talented. And has the best funk face. Also really like the tone on that player p bass

[@gringoonthabeat]

Aint it funky! Keep it on the 1!

[@rwjoyner]

Your technique on "Funky President" is PERFECT! The staccato feel you employ here is almost indistinguishable from the original 👏

[@WilliamTheMovieFan]

Funky President is great! Love that song!!

[@andso5281]

That star bass is out of this world

[@takeawaybenji]

Very nice, as always. You mentioned Prince as someone influenced by JB. It would be nice to see the top 5 Prince bass lines. Also, I would like to see something from Victor Wooten and Doug Wimbish. Thanks!

[@soulful70s92]

The bass is the groove! Rythm and harmoni!

[@johnsuede]

5:32 I agree 1000%. Quantized recordings sound like the soul of the musicians has died and been replaced by some robotic algorithm. Great playing Julia, IMHO

[@michaelveal6305]

Actually, the bass on the 1970 version of “Give It Up or Turnit Loose” (the version you’re playing in the video) was played by Bootsy Collins and originally released on the “Sex Machine” album. It was later re-released on a compilation called “Funk Power” which features Brown’s work with the Collins brothers…The bass on the original version of this song from 1969 was played by a different bassist - probably Sweet Charles Sherell.

[@jeffwalker4679]

You are super talented and did an excellent job and thanks for acknowledging the musical gift of James Brown and the JBs. You play your bass well. My favorite of your selections was give it up, turn it loose. It gets no funkier than that...

[@kimmorgan379]

Julia pings those notes like someone twanging a rubber band - boing and strut! Hard to find the words but that's she's got motherfunkyfingers!!!

[@charlieburns1385]

Awesome Julia 👍❤️🎶

[@Blackandloudfest]

The godfather of soul and the Architech of funk

[@benhicksbass]

Julia has one of the best bass faces out there

[@dbcanada]

Thanks, Julia. Well done! ❤

[@manuelpassarella]

Too Funky in Here... Great groove!

[@averyhorton3614]

Julia gives such great BASS FACE!!

[@Juniorpilot]

Favorite: "Funky Precedent" @4:39

[@donaldcummings8407]

My playing days have long since passed and I have many regrets for not getting into James Brown's music . That just wasn't what I was into at the time.😥

[@hadencluno2329]

LOVE THIS LOVE THIS LOVE THIS!!!!!

[@simplyme6483]

It's hard to pick FAVORITE song by James Brown ❤ As you shared ALL OF HIS MUSIC was funky & lively. I remember dancing with my parents & brothers to his music. Whatever your choice, I'll enjoy! You ROCK girl! We can see the enjoyment you feel while playing those funky bass lines; we feel ya! Keep making videos ❤❤🎉 ... btw, you're invited to the cookout 😂😂❤

[@alanmadison7957]

Without a doubt! You’re invited to the cookout 👍🏿❤️😅❤

[@teeKeri]

So lovely to see Julia play the star bass ! It sounds so good in Julias hands. They both fit together so well ♥ I have some perhaps unusual bass line favourites among Mr Browns songs, such as "body heat" and "the boss".

[@andrewpinner3181]

Thanks Julia ! That's some really cool funky playing !

[@fredbaker9046]

Julia as usual your playing is impeccable... But you really make that outfit look just lovely!! Loving the top. Looking good girl.

[@elrafa782]

Thanks Julia 😊

[@187ante]

Good work. Very nice Ms. Juila

[@seanclark2531]

Get it,girl!❤

[@yetimatzenightcat8702]

😂 das mag ich an James Brown, es ist wie ne busfahrt ...man steigt ein und es ist direkt abfahrt..Rooooaar

[@stevenkenney9473]

Loved this one! Love watching you enjoying your craft as well.

[@katevalentine7075]

Damn Girl ❤

[@lubetubeist]

That "orchestra" is actually known as the Famous Flames.

[@josephellis6697]

No, the band was the James Brown orchestra and the singing group was the Famous Flmaes

[@wjimz]

I just love hearing you play. Makes me want to put down my guitar and drumsticks and take up the bass. 😉

[@analogman9697]

"Lickin' Stick" always gets overlooked.

[@oneofmany1087]

I've got my groove on tonight. Thanks you Rock!

[@mauricioturriago6282]

Funky president is may fav ❤

[@SombraDeLaMosca]

Wow, I waited for this . That was the most accurate Sex Machine bass ever!! Loved your silver shirt, especially with the violet star bass (looks quiet heavy weighted?) Thanks and a nice superfunky weekend!

[@johnsmith-ug5tp]

Not JB, but one of my favorites is, A Taste of Honey`s Boogie Oogie Oogie bass.

[@thomasschiuma8105]

I GOT THE FEELING! I dig the drums n bass on that one. 😍

[@spinelldete]

Great! But I miss "Talkin' Loud and Sayin' Nothing", another masterpiece of Bootsy Collins.

[@rwjoyner]

Absolutely...a great example of what Bootsy brought to the art of the bass

[@arthurscratcher5165]

you are so talented it was a joy to hear you play.Keep it up!!!!

[@charlieholden88]

Superbad......so good 😊 My favourite JB tune is a duet (with Lynn Collins?) ....Let it be me...a Latin version, when the melody kicks in at about 1.00, it's the best 👌 ❤

[@cattheman6491]

Such joy in these videos! Lovely to see.

[@createlovehappy]

I usually watch your left hand to see what notes you are hitting but WOW at around 2:00 I just was mesmerized by your right hand. I noticed when you hit the higher octave you are alternating fingers. First the middle and the next time your first finger. I guess it comes down to whatever is available in the moment. I'm a total beginner so I cannot understand how to do that yet.

[@skpince]

Her accent is getting better and better.

[@leonardlopez4541]

Awesome bass jamin’ all JB to choose- Funky president

[@MrPasseh]

Good point about quantization, it is the enemy of funk and feel.

[@pmdinaz]

Some of my favorite lines. Definitely my favorite genre of music. That P-Bass is soundin' fantastic!

[@panda_knight5037]

I have exactly that bass in black and pau ferro fingerboard. Def recommend it!!

[@learjet45]

Great work! Saw JB 12 times in his prime. I've played all of these but for some reason I had the toughest time picking up reggae. It finally clicked though!

[@AllanGildea]

Always a treat, Julia. Thanks for your great energy and terrific playing( and beautiful smile).

[@ngc1807]

Great video and playing! My favorite JB bassline is Cold Sweat, which is from 1967 and according to what I have read the first funk song ever!

[@KariKauree]

I actually think Papa's Got A Brand New Bag (1965) is funky enough to qualify as funk!

[@ngc1807]

I agree, but Cold Sweat was released in 1967, which is my year of birth and I like the idea that funk and I where born in the same year 😊

[@BPRING1]

Fantastic!!!

[@Truthasvictim]

I love all these pieces, of course, but like someone said below, Cold sweat, for me, is king for bass and the funky element.

[@bizarrefruit9133]

Be still my aching heart.

[@BlackCat-ds6ey]

Yeaaaahhhhh !!!! Another vidéo of our loved Julia !!! Time to turn up the volume ! I'm always waiting for your videos ^^ Big thanks !!!