Sean Hurley is two years younger than me, he is was one of greatest bassist of our generation. He is inspiration for me to be a better bassist, this every cool. The both of you should do more videos together, this helps us bassist and drummers.
@@JakeReedmusic This helpful when I do get to work with drummers, every drummers I ever met are the most easy going guys in the world. Cool 😎 cats!! We are the heart and soul of the band. You and Sean have bad ass kind of groove, love the song. When I get home I think I will try play along with you.
Seriously so much good stuff going on here dissecting the feel of non verbal communication within a rhythm section. The sports analogies are on point - the concentration over thinking - not having to use your whole musical knowledge every song. Basically how to hang as a musician, serve the song/vibe, and not let any ego interfere with the groove. Love it! Wish I could give this knowledge to my 16 year old self. \m/\m/
Sean is a beast, kinda reminds me of Nathan East with that impeccable understanding of how much the song can take. Good on you too Jake, for looking after the shop and let Kait and Sean shine!
Best bit of advise I was ever given (as a drummer, now bass player) - Less is More. Case/point; listen to the pros - they play like they have nothing to prove. Sometimes (most of the time) that's harder to do than some complicated fills. Good stuff here.
I first learned about Sean Hurley when he played with Vertical Horizon. I just thought that he was another solid bassist. I had no idea that he’d be one of my biggest influences on the instrument, and a top session player all of these decades later. What an incredible player. He’s right up there with Willie Weeks for me.
Just found you through a video with Jake Reed and Sean Hurley, this is a beautiful little tune! Bought the sheet music, I needed some inspiration to get back behind the keys. Thank you.
So many great nuggets to take away from this as a player, songwriter and producer! Thank you both! “A sliny bit ahead, might get a little bit behind, or might be right in the middle.” Words to live by.
Consistency is the keyword here. Different feelings and fill ideas will percolate up in your brain as the groove continues onward. Don’t take too many chances though. Maybe one Hail Mary pass per take but that’s it! Sean says “you’ve gotta invest in yourself.” Poignant advice from the master! He’s right! Love that slightly late snare too. I just subscribed!
For me as a Drummer and Bassplayer this was just so amazing to Watch !!! I love Sean‘s Playing so much , and i also love your playing and your Musical understanding so much Jake !!! Wonderful Video Thank you !! Greetings Form germany
oh damn this has got some great 70's California driving scene vibes... Jake you're as steady as a rock \m/\m/ So hard to just hang out in the pocket and not overplay.
Another golden video Jake! So much wisdom. It would have been interesting if you’d played and discussed certain ‘wrong’ snares/feels/basses etc, so we know what to look out for and avoid too!
In all honesty, I didn't know who Sean Hurley was until about 6 months ago. Ok, yeah, I live under a rock! LOL But, man am I glad I slithered out from under it! How much influence has he had on me in a short time? A lot!. I know I'm not going to be Sean Hurley, but I am going to have a TON of fun playing bass. I have 3 basses all of which were either J or PJ. I bought my 1st P bass back in November and I put LaBella Flatwounds on it. I search out his videos and study what he does. He has a great economy of movement, he's not show-boating, plays what is needed, adds a little extra flavor, and falls right back in the groove. He respects the music, his bandmates, and lets the song breathe and have a life of its own. What more do you need? Oh, yeah, play like Sean! LOL I'll be satisfied to improve at whatever my level is but I do work hard to enjoy each song, beat by beat. Thanks Sean!
I picked up another Fender P bass just to put flat rounds on it after listening Sean's tone. didnt want to mess with my 70's rock workhorse fender w/rounds its like right there. I subbed thanx for bringing him on your channel.
I'm on minute eight of this video, and I'm absolutely loving it. I've been a fan of Sean's tone and playing for a while, but now I'm starting to "get" the person behind it all. It's a lot of fun seeing him (and you) in a more laid-back setting!
The groove is strong with these ones... Seriously, so dang smooth n' sexy from all. Sean is always money and his tone is so, so good. That snare... damn that's deep n' tasty.
The more air the harder it is to make it groove. Of course, playing like Vinnie is also very hard. Aw …it’s all hard at some point. Except disco and polkas. Those are easy. 😅 Loved the grooves
This was a fantastic video. A great insight into some the fundamental skills musicians should have. Absolutely loved this, would love to see more of this stuff :D
Sounding awesome. Procaro and Hungate were the masters of this type approach. They’d always draw you in with simplicity but then hit you with something odd/unexpected (but super tasty) every once in a while…crafty buggers.
Lessons we should all integrate-across all domains. Thank you! As always, thank you for your extraordinary content. Extraordinary. Also, I’m allergic to hyperbole.
tasty jam, like cinnamon butter toast with just the right amount of sugar on it. that snare is so juicy and phat. and that crash, oooooooh it fits right in, so mellow with the perfect amount of dry sustain and decay. love the space in the bass line.
Oh man, the part about “this is hard work” hit me like a brick hahaha I think any drummer who has worked with a really good producer knows that sometimes simplifying your parts for the record makes it HARDER to play for a multitude of reasons.
I’ve literally done a one-take of the drum part I wrote for a song on my bands record and the producer went “alright we’re gonna simplify the hi hat rhythm, play more straightforward backbeats, and no ride bell part” and then I had to spend an hour getting the take hahaha
