After Some Louis Johnson Material

Jubey Monster · #1 12-01-2011, 01:18 AM

Hey Guys,

I'm practicing up my slap, and am kind of tracing the influences of the guys who's technique I'm studying (mainly Wooten at the moment, surprise surprise), which has led me to Louis Johnson. Can anyone recommend me a good starting point (or two) in the plethora of records this guy is participant on?

bass12 · #2 12-01-2011, 01:36 AM

Michael Jackson's "Off The Wall" and, of course, all of the Brothers Johnson stuff (check out "Stomp", "Get The Funk Out Ma Face" and "Ain't We Funkin' Now").

Jubey Monster · #3 12-01-2011, 02:06 AM

Great, thanks

JimK · #4 12-01-2011, 04:52 AM

"Midnight Soul Patrol" from Quincy Jones I Heard That!-
Qunicy Jones - Midnight Soul Patrol - YouTube

Alphonso Johnson is playing the groove.
Louis Johnson & Stanley Clarke trade fours during the solo section.
Louis Johnson is also playing guitar on this track.

"Tryin' To Find Out About You" from Quincy Jones Mellow Madness
Quincy Jones- Tryin' To Find Out About You - YouTube

zombywoof5050 · #5 12-01-2011, 01:13 PM

LJ once put out some "Star Licks" instructional videos that you may find useful.