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Do not forget these UK based Reggae Bass luminaries; Dennis Bovell (from Matumbi and Dennis Bovell Dub Band) Tony Gad (Aswad) Steve McQueen (Steel Pulse) Earl Falconer (UB40) Greetings from Uganda 🇺🇬👊🏿❤️
This is a great list , but I think the following: 1. Richard Daley of Third World , 2. Ronald "Stepper" McQueen of Steel Pulse and 3. Ian Lewis of Inner Circle and deserve honourable mentions at least . . . Just my opinion , though
First of all, your list is kinda accurate. Not bad. The problem I have with it is the order in which you have the musicians. I know I may be a little partial, because I have played with him, but #1 would have to be Val Douglas. Why ? Because Val has his own style but can also 'Mimic' ANY of the others on the list ! I've heard him do it and it's Amazing !!! But most of them deserve to be on the list.
On Black Uhuru's Ion Storm on Dub Factor, Shakespeare is playing different parts, the ranges and techiques of which denote harmonic layers more than sectional lines. The flanged funk pull-off at the beginning (1) ; then the traditional-sounding bass line underneath (as usual with RS this is melodic to the point of being a 'hook') (2); then a breakdown section using harmonics, again typically melodic (3); and then a torrid chordal pattern using slides (4). If you played them all simultaneously, they would gel, covering the traditional four-part harmony of a choral group, but in something like the following order: Alto (funk/echo), Bass, Soprano (harmonics) and Baritone (chordal pattern). Did he sit around thinking about it? Who knows. He's one of those bass players who thought in thematic patterns that were also appropriate bass lines for so many songs. Sensimilla is a masterpiece in every way and his inspired hook lines can't be forgotten by any bassist who plays along to them even once. His work with Tosh proves how inspired he was even before Uhuru. Only Sting came up with a comparable number of bass riffs, I think. Off the top of my head I think that's about right ..
How could Derrick Barnet be so low on this list? In addition to the fact that he is the most energetic bassist in the business, he sings and plays the bass effortlessly and never misses a note. Singing and playing the bass is a challenging feat, and am left spellbound every time I watch this brother perform, not to mention the fact that he engages his audience whenever he performs.
You're Honorable mentions should be in the top ten, I'll TELL YOU WHY!! apart from Flabba Holt [who I know very well] and Jackie Jackson ,Those who played on the most reggae/Rocksteady recordings are Leroy Sibbles, Brian Atkinson and Bris Gardener all three for studio one, Atkinson also played with Lynn Taite and the Jets on many great recordings, Ranchie Mclean played on almost all of Hokim brothers Channel one studio recordings [often mistaken for the late Robbie Shakespeare [whom I also know very well, my School mate], in my opinion Jackie Jackson is # one he is the teacher for all in the Reggae/Rocksteady Era, he played for many recording Labels, but mostly Treasure Isle, family-MAN IS AN HONORABLE MENTION IN MY OPINION, since he learned from everybody after leaving the Hippie-Boyz Band to Join the Wailers Band, where he also learned from Bob AND company. All in all they are all great bass-players, but I rank them by the most top-notch recordings they're associated with.
Family man is number 1 and Bobby Shakespeare 2. The professor is above the student. Thank God for a good student a sign of the legendary status of the master legend Aston Barrett. Just get to Africa...and research how many people named their sons after him
You can't leave out Ronnie 'Stepper' McQueen of the original Steel Pulse, Tony Gad of Aswad, Bagga Walker . . . Ultimately yes, it becomes relative and selective, I've been fortunate to have played shows with most of these greats and learned from the experiences.
I think Hopeton Hibbert should have been somewhere with the basslines he created with Morgan Heritage. As a bass player myself, I think the level of musicality that Aston Barrett showed on the bass is underrated. He is the best ever reggae bassist for me.
Many times we read these reviews, the people who post these video really knows nothing much. My Uncle family-man Barrett Is The # 1 Bass Player in Reggae Music. What many people don't know, the great Robbie Shakespeare Was My Uncle Student, my uncle taught Robbie a lot. Robbie Played On a lot more Song and different genre Than My Uncle 🙂
There are so many nondescript bass players involved with Jamaican music from its inception who have inspired others on this list. How do one judge who's better than whom because it's a very subjective subject and in my opinion they are all great. Bobby aitken played bass on tonight, stop that train by Keith and tex also Solomon by Derrick harriott and others and doesn't get any mention and ain't he a good bass player also bagga walker
Well while those are some really great names That is in the above mention. For over the last decade Trevor McKenzie as been making some of the biggest hits out of Jamaica also has been doing studio sessions for decades
This man don’t know what he is talking about i Dubster know Robert Shakespeare is not the Dr of Bass it is the Family man so do your research again my brother
Please read article to get the more in-depth version of I Never Knew Tv's
'Top 10 Reggae Bass Players of All Time'
ineverknewtv.com/top-10-reggae-bass-players-of-all-time/
Give thanks !!
Do not forget these UK based Reggae Bass luminaries;
Dennis Bovell (from Matumbi and Dennis Bovell Dub Band)
Tony Gad (Aswad)
Steve McQueen (Steel Pulse)
Earl Falconer (UB40)
Greetings from Uganda 🇺🇬👊🏿❤️
I respect his list but he clearly never heard the deep roots bass sound of British reggae bands....
Ronnie McQueen is still doing his thing in Los Angeles nowadays
@@christophersimpkins639 for real?? I always wanted where he went after Steel Pulse. One heck of a sophisticated Bass Player.
I just did a gig with him in Malibu last Sunday. Intent Band. I sub out on keys every now and then.
@@christophersimpkins639 Wow!! Let him know he has a huge fan over here in Uganda 😎
This is a great list , but I think the following: 1. Richard Daley of Third World , 2. Ronald "Stepper" McQueen of Steel Pulse and 3. Ian Lewis of Inner Circle and deserve honourable mentions at least . . . Just my opinion , though
all great bass players
Richie !
I had just mentioned the same. I can't believe Third World's bass player wasn't mentioned
I am mesmerized by Flabba Holt's skill with the numerous styles.
Aston "Family man" Barrett and Robbie Shakespeare so good!!
Big all the reggae bass players!
A great list most of which I've worked with. Family man is the best if all.. Jah live
Please tell more, do you work in the studio world or are you a musician 👍
@@reggaebass1857 Greetings. I’m a singer Kush-I. Conference table is one of my songs on UA-cam. Jah live👊🏾
@@kushsakhu wow sorry Kush-I, I’ve seen your videos , they are so good, it’s a pleasure to speak with you and keep up the great work ☝️
@@reggaebass1857 give thanks Bassey👍🏾. We are here to serve and keep the music To the standard that we came to know. 🙏🏾
Family Man, flabba, and Robbie
That's the truth
Robbie is the most prolific, to be sure, but in terms of sheer creativity, I would rank Flabba ahead of him. Fams is the best of them all, period.
Give thanks for the players of instruments......good list
The all time top 5 Reggae Bassists in order. 1 Familyman. 2 Bagga Walker 3. Fully Fulwood 4. Robbie Shakespear 5. Chris Medrith.
Really good list. And good callouts on the honorable mentions.
Glen Brown of black soil band. Needed a mention i thought. Respect mr bassies✊️
First of all, your list is kinda accurate. Not bad. The problem I have with it is the order in which you have the musicians. I know I may be a little partial, because I have played with him, but #1 would have to be Val Douglas. Why ? Because Val has his own style but can also 'Mimic' ANY of the others on the list ! I've heard him do it and it's Amazing !!! But most of them deserve to be on the list.
Michael 'Megahbass' Fletcher should have at least got a mention, he was probably the first reggae bassie to use a 5 string bass back in the day.
On Black Uhuru's Ion Storm on Dub Factor, Shakespeare is playing different parts, the ranges and techiques of which denote harmonic layers more than sectional lines. The flanged funk pull-off at the beginning (1) ; then the traditional-sounding bass line underneath (as usual with RS this is melodic to the point of being a 'hook') (2); then a breakdown section using harmonics, again typically melodic (3); and then a torrid chordal pattern using slides (4). If you played them all simultaneously, they would gel, covering the traditional four-part harmony of a choral group, but in something like the following order: Alto (funk/echo), Bass, Soprano (harmonics) and Baritone (chordal pattern). Did he sit around thinking about it? Who knows. He's one of those bass players who thought in thematic patterns that were also appropriate bass lines for so many songs. Sensimilla is a masterpiece in every way and his inspired hook lines can't be forgotten by any bassist who plays along to them even once. His work with Tosh proves how inspired he was even before Uhuru. Only Sting came up with a comparable number of bass riffs, I think. Off the top of my head I think that's about right ..
Thanks for it
Interesting list, and my father got a honorable mention he should have been on the list but heyyyy....lol
Good video
Gratitude 🙏🏾
Dope! Thank you
How could Derrick Barnet be so low on this list? In addition to the fact that he is the most energetic bassist in the business, he sings and plays the bass effortlessly and never misses a note. Singing and playing the bass is a challenging feat, and am left spellbound every time I watch this brother perform, not to mention the fact that he engages his audience whenever he performs.
You're Honorable mentions should be in the top ten, I'll TELL YOU WHY!! apart from Flabba Holt [who I know very well] and Jackie Jackson ,Those who played on the most reggae/Rocksteady recordings are Leroy Sibbles, Brian Atkinson and Bris Gardener all three for studio one, Atkinson also played with Lynn Taite and the Jets on many great recordings, Ranchie Mclean played on almost all of Hokim brothers Channel one studio recordings [often mistaken for the late Robbie Shakespeare [whom I also know very well, my School mate], in my opinion Jackie Jackson is # one he is the teacher for all in the Reggae/Rocksteady Era, he played for many recording Labels, but mostly Treasure Isle, family-MAN IS AN HONORABLE MENTION IN MY OPINION, since he learned from everybody after leaving the Hippie-Boyz Band to Join the Wailers Band, where he also learned from Bob AND company.
All in all they are all great bass-players, but I rank them by the most top-notch recordings they're associated with.
You should have sampled their songs, we need to hear how the basses sound like.
Great list!
Nice!!🔥🔥🔥
Leroy Sibbles should be in there
Fams should be number one - by a mile!
Family man is number 1 and Bobby Shakespeare 2. The professor is above the student. Thank God for a good student a sign of the legendary status of the master legend Aston Barrett. Just get to Africa...and research how many people named their sons after him
R.I.P. Robbie🌹✊🏾
Would of been nice to hear some riffs 🤔
You can't leave out Ronnie 'Stepper' McQueen of the original Steel Pulse, Tony Gad of Aswad, Bagga Walker . . . Ultimately yes, it becomes relative and selective, I've been fortunate to have played shows with most of these greats and learned from the experiences.
I think Hopeton Hibbert should have been somewhere with the basslines he created with Morgan Heritage.
As a bass player myself, I think the level of musicality that Aston Barrett showed on the bass is underrated. He is the best ever reggae bassist for me.
Many times we read these reviews, the people who post these video really knows nothing much. My Uncle family-man Barrett Is The # 1 Bass Player in Reggae Music. What many people don't know, the great Robbie Shakespeare Was My Uncle Student, my uncle taught Robbie a lot. Robbie Played On a lot more Song and different genre Than My Uncle 🙂
Bagga Walker...?
Yes !!!
I'm surprised the base player from Third World wasn't mentioned
Honorary Mention (Unmentioned)
Ronnie McQueen (Steel Pulse)
Richard Daley (Third World)
Earl "Bagga" Walker
"Papa" Keith Framcis (Chalice)
There are so many nondescript bass players involved with Jamaican music from its inception who have inspired others on this list. How do one judge who's better than whom because it's a very subjective subject and in my opinion they are all great. Bobby aitken played bass on tonight, stop that train by Keith and tex also Solomon by Derrick harriott and others and doesn't get any mention and ain't he a good bass player also bagga walker
Well while those are some really great names
That is in the above mention.
For over the last decade Trevor McKenzie as been making some of the biggest hits out of Jamaica also has been doing studio sessions for decades
@@okapislash5406 Flabba is #4
@@INEVERKNEWTV my bad ... actually #3
@@okapislash5406 Sight
what ? !?!?!? no Ronald "Stepper" McQueen (steel pulse bassist) in this list, It is a joke ?
Devon Bradshaw from Burning Spear as well.
This man don’t know what he is talking about i Dubster know Robert Shakespeare is not the Dr of Bass it is the Family man so do your research again my brother
Robbie has hits in 5 different decades and has been more versatile
Rest in Power robbie shakespear!
Larry Proffessor from time say no more
DERRICK BARNETT IS MY DAD!!!!
Wheres dub judah in deh???
Dub judah the champion !!!!!!
Jackie Jackson..
Devon "Pattihead " Bradshaw of the Burning band (Burning Spear ) got get some honor , ceen ??
Where Chris Meredith is? Where Boris Gardiner is, where Ras Oban former Aswad is? Where ???
What about Denis bowel?
The creator of this video could have done better by letting us watch short clips of each of these bassists..........
No Leroy Sibbles?!
U missed tha GREAT RANCHIE McLEAN
Oh I saw Him lol
Wheres worm ?
Nah😂
Great list!!!