Top 15 Most Talented Bassist In The World [part 2]

In the previous post @AllAboutArts have been discuss 5 from 15 most talented bassist in the world. And now @AllAboutArts will discuss 5 more. Here I do not sort the order based on the skill that each bassist has. But I randomized it. OK, then let's just say about the 15 most talented bassist in the world part 2. Let's check it out....

6. John Entwistle

In The Who, John Entwistle is a pioneer of bass. He also became one of the bass players in the song Rock and Roll whose role is so obvious in the music world. In the early 1960's, the bass in the music was only used as an instrument of rhythm control. Though the bass also holds an important influence in the chord structure of the song, as well as keeping the taps with the drums. Until finally in the mid-1960's, that perception changed. Bass players can show their existence in the music world.

It was John Entwistle, one of the bassists who did this impressive thing. More to mention he is so talented. The good game is not only included in the album, but also recorded when the live performances. Entwistle also developed new ways or techniques to play bass. People know him with "typewriter style". This style is played by positioning the right hand until it can cover 4 bass strings with different fingers. This style allows the bassist to play quickly and able to add tones with a short time. They can also more easily pick strings and create percussive sounds.

7. Steve Harris

Anyone Iron Maiden fans here? Of course you are familiar with this one name. He is Steve Harris, the bassist and one of the founders of the British Heavy Metal band, Iron Maiden. Which is increasingly making it popular is the ability of Harris to play bass as fast as playing the guitar. Usually this action is done by hitting the 8th tone, then followed by two 16th tone. We can pay more attention to it in their song, one of them "The Trooper." Lately Harris released a book that contains guides for playing bass. He also shared tips on how to improve bass playing speed. One of the techniques he did was to wrap his hands before playing.

8. Cliff Burton

Cliff Burton (Clifford Lee Burton) was born in Castro Valley, California February 10, 1962. Cliff Burton's musical talent appeared when his father introduced classical music. And after that Cliff started a piano course. Cliff has been interested in classical rock music to heavy metal since he was a teen. And he start playing bass at the age of 13. Cliff Burton's first record with Metallica is a demo: "No Life 'Til Leather". The demo of the tape attracted the attention of John Zazula, owner of Megaforce Records. Metallica was forced to move to Old Bridge, New Jersey and signed a record contract with Jhon Zazula with the label Megaforce. Metallica's debut album "Kill 'Em All" was released on July 25, 1983 by Megaforce Records. On this album there is a phenomenal Cliff Burton bass solo, "(Anesthesia) Pulling Teeth". Cliff Burton died in a bus accident on September 27, 1986.

9. Flea

The real name of Flea from Red Hot Chili Peppers band is Michael Balzary. But people are more familiar with the name Flea, a nickname that has been attached to him since he was in high school. He is also often referred to as "Mike B. The Flea". Actually he is a trumpet player jazz music. However, when met with Anthony Keidis, the main vocalist of RHCP, Flea began to wrestle music style as well as his new instrument. He combines jazz, funk and punk-rock music until he can then create his distinctive voice. Because of that effort too, the band could be pushed to the top of the charts. In 2012, he became co-founder of Silverlake Conservatory of Music. It is the name of a special school for underprivileged children. In 2013, he was inducted into "Rock and Roll Hall of Fame" as the personnel of RHCP.

10. Mike Gordon

Mike Gordon who is a Phish band member is an ideal bass player. He and the band dare to do something that might not even be thought of by other bands. But because of that speculation, they have a new musical style, different and unique. The style that Gordon created made their live shows so famous. Call it Calypso, Bluegrass and even traditional Jewish music.

Gordon joined the band when he attended Vermont University. Initially he majored in electrical engineering. But after meeting with Trey Anastasio, Jeff Holdsworth and Jon Fishman, he then moved on to the art department. This one bass player is famous as well because he can play a lot for the band. Not only play the rhythm, but also lead their direct appearance. In addition to controlling the bass, he also often play banjo.

To be continued to part 3