Hey, what's that sound: Slap bass

Perhaps the ultimate Marmite musical expression, slap bass is revered by guitar geeks and reviled by those who fear the funkWhat is it? The most reviled totem of 1980s musicianship ever, and the most virtuosic expression of bass guitar playing. But is the disgust warranted? Or are we just hating on bass players for wanting to play something other than just plodding root notes behind the guitarist?Who uses it? Larry Graham (Sly and the Family Stone/Prince) is the style's originator and champion. ...

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