Secrets of Reggae Bass Line - How to Create a Reggae Bass Line

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  • Опубліковано 7 жов 2015
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 315

  • @JohnJesus
    @JohnJesus  Рік тому +4

    REGGAE BASS course now available - learn more:
    www.johnjesuslife.com/reggae-bass-course

    • @mikekell920
      @mikekell920 Рік тому

      I come back to this video just to listen to the line, do you have a video of just playing?

  • @tafaemachimbiz6276
    @tafaemachimbiz6276 8 років тому +56

    there's a difference between good players and those who are good players and teachers. ..,this is one of the most clear lessons on reggae bass on UA-cam so far!

  • @TheSeopard
    @TheSeopard 8 років тому +74

    This guy's bass tutorials are the best I've seen on youtube; if you can't pick up how to play bass (reggae or not) by these lessons, you're just impatient!

    • @JohnJesus
      @JohnJesus  8 років тому +4

      +TheSeopard I appreciate your comment. Thanks a lot!

    • @kurtownsj00
      @kurtownsj00 5 років тому +2

      @q1k9i3l0ä5å No many of the things he's saying sound simple but get very deep very fast. To actually let some of the stuff sink in (versed in a bit of music theory or not) I've def looked through a couple times to refresh memory.

    • @marleymason3986
      @marleymason3986 5 років тому

      People reading this!! Check out his rebirth album it's quality, it's criminally under-listened to atm

  • @gerry2294
    @gerry2294 4 роки тому +6

    I feel so alive man. All my creative juices are flowing. This is opening doors for me to "new worlds". I feel most alive when I'm in learning mode... that's a recent discovery. Lol.

  • @teaginmuller
    @teaginmuller 4 роки тому +6

    One of the absolute best bass trainings i've ever encountered!

  • @makyo1974
    @makyo1974 6 років тому +181

    i reallly love your Dreadlocks ^_^

    • @nattsojaqs9822
      @nattsojaqs9822 5 років тому +1

      Hahahahahaha🙈

    • @misterenigma514
      @misterenigma514 5 років тому

      Damn 😂

    • @thebusylazybasist9692
      @thebusylazybasist9692 4 роки тому

      🤣🤣🤣

    • @Nobody-11B
      @Nobody-11B 4 роки тому +2

      As a bald reggae bassist,
      I'vE NeVER heaRd ThaT OnE bEfOrE.
      Are you a 22 year old Caren in the making??

    • @JohnJesus
      @JohnJesus  4 роки тому +16

      Yeah man, hey need a lot of maintenance 😂

  • @filosurfer
    @filosurfer 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks so much for this, man! I've played guitar for 12 years and always loved reggae and now I'm learning to play the bass more seriously. This was such a helpful little series you did - you explained things well and you created easy examples to follow.

  • @kijekuyo9494
    @kijekuyo9494 5 років тому +1

    I really love your approach to teaching Jamaican bass lines: giving new players the tools and rhythmic approach to create their own--teaching them how to fish for themselves, so to speak. I have been playing Jamaican bass since the early 1980s. I took a 10-year break from bass to play "ethnic" drums and flute, and I have recently returned to brush the rust off. Despite my long background in Jamaican pop and spiritual music, I found your video enlightening.

  • @rasjahson6261
    @rasjahson6261 4 роки тому +11

    Playing reggae with any instruments especially the bass guitar is really simple. You have to feel the beat in your soul and you will get the rythmn of the chords.

  • @michaelbell75
    @michaelbell75 7 років тому +4

    Thank you for this! I usually just play by ear. Just started getting into learning scales and such. Its one of the first times I have REALLY understood things like triad major and minor shapes and how to create bass lines that aren't just following a guitar playing quarter notes. Also learned a little about playing guitar reggae style too. Great video!

  • @ev446
    @ev446 8 років тому +2

    This definitely helped me. I play guitar but sometimes stand in on bass and I couldn't get our reggae tunes very smooth. Thank you.

  • @alainramnauth7706
    @alainramnauth7706 3 роки тому +2

    Excellent. In the Caribbean we call that space 'kotch'

  • @tuckerbuchan3804
    @tuckerbuchan3804 5 років тому +1

    Literally so helpful. I was playing all major notes in reggae bass, now I'm able to mix it up a bit. Thank you!!

  • @septactac3914
    @septactac3914 8 років тому +6

    WOW! This is exactly what I need. Thanks for the video.

  • @bubswilliams
    @bubswilliams 5 місяців тому

    Thanks very much for this lesson. This is the best reggae bass lesson I’ve seen on YT. Simple, clear and effective. Great work bro!

  • @d0wnstars
    @d0wnstars 6 років тому

    I tried jamming on reggae jam tracks before and did not know what to do. Now i jammed again after this video on different tracks and it was so good that my wife was really impressed. Thank you so much.

  • @bassghostbaybay8233
    @bassghostbaybay8233 8 років тому +19

    You changed my life!

    • @wildcatz123
      @wildcatz123 7 років тому

      Same here! Literally in one night

  • @wildcatz123
    @wildcatz123 7 років тому +2

    I just discovered reggae and I never thought I'd be into it but it just makes me so happy as does your music. I will be listening to a lot of your work and am inspired by your playing! So glad I found such a great musician!

    • @JohnJesus
      @JohnJesus  7 років тому +1

      Hey Dale! Thanks so much for the comment - such an amazing compliment, I am really flattered!
      As you can tell, I love reggae - there is much to explore, and I hope you enjoy discovering other great artists/bands and the intricacies of playing it!
      Enjoy!

  • @thelonewolfofficial1671
    @thelonewolfofficial1671 7 років тому +2

    Amazing. This made so much sense to me, also simple music theory wise, of where everything fits thanks. I watched the other two videos as well.

  • @Grapho137
    @Grapho137 8 років тому +7

    this has to be the best video on this subject online. Really helpful

    • @JohnJesus
      @JohnJesus  8 років тому

      +ttb2857
      Thank you very much for your comment - I am glad it helps!

  • @sumo751
    @sumo751 4 роки тому +2

    Really a great lesson! Clearly this made a huge difference for me in everything not just reggae, thank you!!!! Bells definitely went off, Got it!!!!

  • @leku200
    @leku200 7 років тому +1

    I went through dozens of "how to play reggae" vids and this is the first one that actually demonstrates and lays out what is going on. All the others kept repeating "you've just gotta feel it mon!" and as this guy proves, there's reasons behind those feelings and there's technique required to achieve reggae sound. Many thanks

  • @a.j.garrett9639
    @a.j.garrett9639 8 років тому

    I really love how the first two vids tie up in this third video. I really feel like I learned a lot.
    Thank you.

  • @anjenikonmalo6602
    @anjenikonmalo6602 8 років тому

    I don't have a guitar. I do it on my piano and play in church on a bass guitar. I don't how often I watched that video. Great lesson, great teaching, and easy to apply techniques. Thank you very much my friend!!!

  • @bethanyjoy9550
    @bethanyjoy9550 3 роки тому +1

    Such a great teacher! Thank you so much. God bless you, sir JD! 🤗

  • @pinsanitydesigns4571
    @pinsanitydesigns4571 3 роки тому +1

    Amazing lesson! I had no idea how triads worked and now I can make up own bass lines! Thx!!

  • @gayahvyent9731
    @gayahvyent9731 8 років тому +3

    Thanx a lot brother! Such a good explaining!
    Greetings from Amsterdam

  • @a.j.garrett9639
    @a.j.garrett9639 5 років тому +1

    Dude that was a huge lesson. I'll be working on that for a while. Thank you so much.

  • @legomaestro2079
    @legomaestro2079 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this lesson. Trying to learn to play Reggae proper and this brought me forward. God Bless and be well

  • @CocoWantsACracker
    @CocoWantsACracker 7 років тому

    I love this video! As a beginning bass player, I am trying to pick up the basics of as many styles as I possibly can, and this was a very useful introduction to reggae!

  • @amazingict1
    @amazingict1 3 роки тому

    You have explained this so well. I especially like the parts where you talk about going back to the root note through the use of a descending scale pattern.

  • @jasonsanmoogan
    @jasonsanmoogan 2 роки тому

    much much appreciation brother man. love the way you break it down. one love from Guyana

  • @francisimoiko1814
    @francisimoiko1814 6 років тому

    Cheers J Jesus. I have watched some many bass guitar lessons on youtube. I must say that your the best teacher and your teaching is second to none. My bass has really improved thanks to you.

  • @rimadbih
    @rimadbih 5 років тому +1

    great lesson, explained everything i had wondering about reggae bass so simple

  • @prodigaldaughter5978
    @prodigaldaughter5978 4 роки тому +3

    Love this! I'm trying to learn all styles of playing. My absolute faves are funk and r&b but reggae is so nonchalant and just go with the flow. Love it! Thank you for this tutorial señor!

    • @JohnJesus
      @JohnJesus  4 роки тому +1

      My pleasure Mariana!🙏

  • @regdredd7538
    @regdredd7538 8 років тому

    11/10 clear, easy to follow, the best I've seen on the subject, check out the other videos too. Pure quality. Thanks.

  • @driverbass1554
    @driverbass1554 6 років тому

    I have been looking for something like this for years thank you!

  • @jameswatson7186
    @jameswatson7186 8 років тому +2

    Excellent! Very understandable and enjoyable lesson.

  • @forresthancock1939
    @forresthancock1939 Рік тому

    That was very well explained. Thank you, John.

  • @elihuglorioso2973
    @elihuglorioso2973 2 роки тому

    THIS IS WHAT I AM SEARCHING FOR!!!!!!!!! Explained so well!

  • @ianjbato5337
    @ianjbato5337 8 років тому +1

    Thanks for this comprehensive lesson :) Trying to learn reggae now. Thanks again! ^_^ Good job!

  • @bryceallyn5307
    @bryceallyn5307 4 роки тому +2

    Thank you!!! this is great!!!

  • @wildone1584
    @wildone1584 4 роки тому +1

    Wow, make it look so easy, brilliant dude 👍🏻😊

  • @gregsonnathan4783
    @gregsonnathan4783 8 років тому +1

    Where has this video been. Very Helpful and has improved my playing tremendously. Thank you.

  • @taiarock
    @taiarock 3 роки тому

    you are the best teacher EVER!

  • @njokisasirom
    @njokisasirom 7 років тому

    great video man, you are so calm and you know how to explain.

  • @josen.9079
    @josen.9079 4 роки тому +1

    Great lesson!. The best on youtube

  • @OneDemMedia99
    @OneDemMedia99 8 років тому +1

    Great Lesson, learnt a lot!. Thank you.

  • @cahilldes
    @cahilldes 6 років тому

    Nice explanation and good that you show the guitar as well as the bass.

  • @MsMacskajancsi
    @MsMacskajancsi 7 років тому

    How sweet reggae bass teaching. Thanks so much.

  • @OlgaOrlova863
    @OlgaOrlova863 7 років тому +1

    Thank you!!! It's really great and very usefull video! Thanks a lot!

  • @boubadiop4677
    @boubadiop4677 8 років тому +2

    Yeah man... great video!! well explained.. thx

  • @PJ_charts
    @PJ_charts 5 років тому

    the best vid ever on the topic. just wat i needed. JJ u r the best teacher

  • @jaysalisbury193
    @jaysalisbury193 3 роки тому

    This is a wonderful tutorial mate, very helpful indeed! What a guy. Many thanks!

  • @kanohiwhero
    @kanohiwhero 7 років тому

    Brilliant ..thank you for making this.

  • @pauluslute5045
    @pauluslute5045 5 років тому +4

    Awesome Dude !!! Very helpful ... Also love the dreads

  • @davidsoto1706
    @davidsoto1706 8 років тому +2

    Love the video man thank you for teaching us!

    • @JohnJesus
      @JohnJesus  8 років тому

      +David Soto My pleasure, I am glad it helps
      ENjoy!

  • @TheAlmightyYaya
    @TheAlmightyYaya 4 роки тому +1

    Yeah yeah yeah! After three months of autodidact discovery, I actually DO understand what you are saying. Now there's tons of practice and further discovery to come. YAAAAAY! Last night a bassline saved my life! .-D

    • @JohnJesus
      @JohnJesus  4 роки тому

      I know how that feels man.... keep it up! It gets better!

  • @jamesmhango2619
    @jamesmhango2619 4 роки тому +4

    Thank you Jesus for the reggae dose.

  • @nopiswakur1374
    @nopiswakur1374 7 років тому

    wow it's really incredible, your recording is pure and thanks so much because I have learnt how to create a reggae basic bass, I'm waiting for another recording. God bless.

  • @radiocontrole
    @radiocontrole 7 років тому +1

    great video, you are a great bass teacher

  • @gregoryherson2095
    @gregoryherson2095 3 роки тому

    Many thanks for another great lesson on Reggae bass👍🎸

  • @harrymann60
    @harrymann60 3 роки тому

    lots of love and respect to you j, this lessons is so valuable, thank you:)

  • @bencasteu
    @bencasteu 7 років тому +2

    Your video has inspired me to make more music. Thanks a lot!

    • @JohnJesus
      @JohnJesus  7 років тому

      I am glad I can help!

  • @davidbrealey3736
    @davidbrealey3736 3 роки тому

    Brilliant lesson!! Thank you so much !

  • @antonzyluk9639
    @antonzyluk9639 8 років тому

    Nice video, very helpful, thank you!

  • @wrightlight
    @wrightlight 8 років тому

    thanks man! enjoying this a bunch.

  • @robertgoldbornatyout
    @robertgoldbornatyout 3 роки тому

    Excellent Sir thankyou, what a fantastic teacher you make it look so easy,

  • @kithykombe
    @kithykombe Рік тому

    So insightful.... thank you

  • @tsampadi
    @tsampadi 8 років тому

    really helpfull really relaxed and clear big thanks !

  • @rodtough74
    @rodtough74 6 років тому

    This lesson was very helpful! I'm gonna use these tips for the rest of my life

  • @Drelion44
    @Drelion44 7 років тому

    J Jesus, its the simple way you explain the fingering that got you all the views. Its like your talking to us and not at us that helps us latch on to the practice. Great job! I Subscribed. Thanks.

    • @JohnJesus
      @JohnJesus  7 років тому

      Thanks a lot Andre!!!!

  • @bnortman68
    @bnortman68 7 років тому

    Well put together, thanks

  • @saidrastaafrican39
    @saidrastaafrican39 4 роки тому

    Thanks for this video ! Really great !

  • @Kofigraves
    @Kofigraves 7 років тому

    Thanks for the demo, really helps

  • @RASPUTITIN
    @RASPUTITIN 8 років тому +1

    Gracias por compartir tu conocimiento. Un abrazo!!!!

  • @user-nw5vv3yz6k
    @user-nw5vv3yz6k 8 років тому

    Спасибо :)
    В русскоязычном сегменте не так много настолько доступных видеоуроков.
    Правда арпеджио и гаммы я и так знал, но зато теперь я знаю как применять это на практике :)

  • @VALDEMONE
    @VALDEMONE 7 років тому

    Loved It. Thank You

  • @goodie2shoes
    @goodie2shoes 7 років тому

    Thank you very much. I've been playing bass and guitar for years. When it comes to rock and pop I can manage alright. But reggae is a different matter! I love playing it but it doesn't come naturally ( I play melodic, mainly ). So your tutorial was very helpfull. God bless!

  • @ganiakyuz
    @ganiakyuz 4 роки тому

    You are amazing, thanks

  • @guitaristed21
    @guitaristed21 6 років тому

    Very good tutorial. Thanks for sharing.

  • @jaimemuhate1729
    @jaimemuhate1729 5 років тому

    Really good.
    Thanks

  • @petermiller5659
    @petermiller5659 8 років тому +2

    great teacher!

  • @bniee8359
    @bniee8359 3 роки тому

    Great Video, Thanks

  • @xuxuschoice
    @xuxuschoice 8 років тому

    Great insight. Thanks for sharing it.

  • @kikolucesrojas
    @kikolucesrojas 3 роки тому

    Excelent !! Great Guitar tone also!!

  • @paz3353
    @paz3353 8 років тому

    ... I saw JJesus... Then i knew Reggae. :) Thanks, so clear the way you put it, more tools in our boxes! Paz,

  • @TheYjmfan
    @TheYjmfan 3 роки тому

    Excellently broken down really helpful 👍

  • @jimerickson542
    @jimerickson542 5 років тому

    That was really good thanks man

  • @hgaubaul
    @hgaubaul 4 роки тому

    Very helpful. Thanks.

  • @hardyhartmann5932
    @hardyhartmann5932 7 років тому

    Thank you so much! I learned a lot

  • @NN-vx8em
    @NN-vx8em 5 років тому

    Easy to understand. God bless. Thank you

  • @paolom9052
    @paolom9052 5 років тому

    Thx for the tutorial man , great job

  • @breathewell2461
    @breathewell2461 8 років тому

    A Totally Well-Made Video , So Professional , Following All The Pedagogical Rules In Teaching :-) Thanks For Making It So Easy For Our Mind To Grasp . Now I Get A Much Better Understanding Of How Reggea Works . Lots Of Respect From North Africa .

  • @lemons189
    @lemons189 6 років тому

    now these are very helpful lessons!

  • @gregoryherson2095
    @gregoryherson2095 5 років тому

    Many thanks. Great lesson

  • @infinitesoul7019
    @infinitesoul7019 7 років тому

    I CAN'T THANK YOU ENOUGH MAN. EXCELLENT JOB.

    • @JohnJesus
      @JohnJesus  7 років тому

      Thank you for the love, I am glad the video has helped you!

  • @covinhas87
    @covinhas87 8 років тому

    Muito bom!
    Imformação muito util para mim que me estou a iniciar na guitarra e baixo. :)

  • @Renecovs
    @Renecovs 8 років тому +1

    if i could give you more than one like i would do it !! Thanks for sharing ! Amazing video.

  • @juniormwatasoloofficial8667
    @juniormwatasoloofficial8667 4 роки тому +1

    I understand the root of reggae music because of this guy. 🎶🎸🥁🥰

    • @rmh_223
      @rmh_223 4 роки тому

      Roots reggae?