Understated bass lines/performances

[danonearth]

I've often thought this version of "Both Sides Now" by Joni Mitchell (used in the film 'Love Actually") could literally have worked great with just her and the bass - does anyone know of any other examples of truly understated (or under-played, but perfect for the song) performances like this?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=coNo-CrAb4g

[julesb]

Any of the Joni stuff with Max Bennett and John Guerin. Perfectly understated bass and drums.

Edited October 21, 2017 by julesb

[lowdown]

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I've often thought this version of "Both Sides Now" by Joni Mitchell (used in the film 'Love Actually") could literally have worked great with just her and the bass - does anyone know of any other examples of truly understated (or under-played, but perfect for the song) performances like this?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=coNo-CrAb4g
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Of course JM sings well on the OP video, but, for me what makes this version so special, is the absolutely terrific arranging and conducting by ‘Vince Mendoza’.
Really top class stuff from him.

Edited October 21, 2017 by lowdown

[paul_5]

Tina Weymouth's work with Talling Heads especially 'Once in a lifetime'.

[SICbass]

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Tina Weymouth's work with Talling Heads especially 'Once in a lifetime'.
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+1

[chris_b]

For perfect understated bass lines listen to any Keb Mo, Bonnie Raitt, Delbert McClinton or Johhny Lang record.

[mikel]

Walking on the Moon, by The Police. The bass and vocal would stand up perfectly on there own. Great song with great simple bass playing.

[Japhet]

Always loved this song.

[media]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XQpO_kl_6S0[/media]

Willie Weeks on bass. In fact, the whole album is a masterclass in what not to play and how less is more.

Edited October 22, 2017 by Japhet