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Jul 2024
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160 - The HIDDEN Genius behind Bob Marle...

Scott's Bass Lessons
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Throughout the 1970s until Bob Marley’s last sessions and live shows in late 1980, the bass lines of Aston ‘Family Man’ Barrett played a primary role in introducing the sound of reggae’s one-drop rhythm to audiences around the world. His full-bodied bass tone was a signature part of the Wailers sound!

From Get Up Stand Up, to One Drop and beyond, in today’s video we’re taking a look at the 6 Aston ‘Family Man’ Barrett bass lines you must have in your collection!


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