Knowing the triad (the notes in the chord) is just the first step. Playing those notes in various rhythmic combinations (and remembering to leave spaces...it's as important to know when NOT to play notes as when to play them!) is what distinguishes reggae from other genres, all of which can use triads as well. I'd say the best approach to reggae bass is to treat it as a fundamental "drum" which defines the rhythmic and harmonic mode of the music.
This clicked a light bulb on for me too. I hadn't played for years. never learned cords because most the guitarist I played with didnt know enough about bass chords. never had anyone mention a triad. Awesome. Thank you brother.
I love the way you are teaching and showing your bass lesson for the biginners but it will b more easier for me if you could please show it step by step for all the songs like you've had done with the bob marley song one love one heart it will be more easier for me cause am following your teaching each day but it will b ok for me if it would be by step to step thk you for your understanding cause am a bigginner thks again.
I can understand your comment, but consider this is not a "beginner's lesson" on bass guitar. This is specific to reggae - and it is just touching the surface. Also, remember that the terms, "basic", "intermediate", and "advanced" are in fact very vague, non-specific, and can mean different things to different people. So, I suggest you come back to the video in a few months time (depending on how much you practice). I guarantee you, once you are able/ready to learn this, you will gain a lot from it.
