Learn these 4 scale patterns and you’ll be able to rip melodic bass runs with minimal effort. Use them to create killer bass solos and walking bass lines. Recently, I transcribed several of John Patitucci’s bass solos and noticed a strong frequency of a specific scale pattern. These scale patterns are easy to learn. They keep [...] Read more »
Create Bass Phrases That Always Feel Good
The quarter-note pulse is the fundamental rhythm in any bass phrase that musicians and non-musicians can still feel. If your listener’s can feel your quarter-note in all of your bass phrases, I guarantee, they will not get lost when you are taking a bass solo or playing a complicated bass groove. Read more »
Exotic Chord Substitution For An A Minor Chord
This concept offers a simple method for creating tension and release during your bass solos or while walking bass. It also creates a logical structure for adding chromaticism to your bass playing. This concept is really easy to grasp and will get you playing outside notes quickly. It requires minimal thinking and you’ll sound awesome every [...] Read more »
Resolution Point Matrix
Intensify your bass grooves and bass solos without relying on playing fast. Do you know which resolution points are most effective with the style of music that you play? The Resolution Point Matrix shows you how to instantly execute powerful rhythmic propulsion! Read more »
Think Less When Soloing Over Giant Steps
Spectrum, Metro, and Illusion devise a plan to free themselves, and the others, from the enslavement of the officials. During that time, the Mutant Bass Players decide The Rock Climbing Method as their way out! The Rock Climbing Method (similar to the target note approach) is a specific approach to playing chord changes that allows [...] Read more »
