by Flint the Dwarf » Tue Jun 17, 2008 3:48 pm
Faith No More, definitely. "Falling to Pieces" is a great bass-driven song. Obviously Primus the other main candidate. I know you've heard Megadeth (let's say "Peace Sells"), but their first couple albums had some amazing bass that often goes overlooked (too bad Ellefson isn't with them anymore). As far as more classic rock, Yes ("Yours is no Disgrace," "South Side of the Sky," or... anything) has probably my favorite bass work, followed by Zeppelin ("Livin' Lovin' Maid") and then Rush (anything).
One of my personal favorite bands, Porcupine Tree, gives bass credit without being crazy about it. Very simple, good stuff, almost like McCartney bass but I think more pronounced. I'd recommend Lightbulb Sun and In Absentia for albums. "Hatesong" and "Strip the Soul" being great examples of strong rhythmic bass riffs.
Band called Riverside also has some cool bass moments. I'd check out "Volte-Face" and maybe... "Second Life Syndrome," but it's a long one.
And of course, Iron Maiden. One of the few bands whose founder/main writer is the bassist.
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