Victor Wooten = amazing

Demonator · #1 07-17-2009, 10:20 PM

Ive been searching for a bass influence and being that there are so many: Jack Bruce (Cream) Cliff Burton (Metallica) Geezer Butler (Black Sabbath) John Entwistle (The Who) etc.. But I have found a amazing bassist that I have been hearing a lot about for quite awhile but waited so long to check him out. Hes been playing bass since he was 3 and did his first show at 5, hes amazing and hes my favorite bassist ever. Im talking about Victor Wooten. He puts so much feeling into his bass playing. Hes simply awesome. When he played Norwegian Wood from The Beatles (which I have been a fan of since Sixth grade) he captured the song wonderfully. I was blown away. Not to mention his Classical Thump or Bass Tribute or just about any other song he plays. I own 3 of his cds so far and I love them.

J. Crawford · #2 07-17-2009, 10:23 PM

Good for you.

I too am a huge fan. I saw a show in Cleveland, along with the first ever SMV show in Cleveland.

Look into:
Stanley Clarke
Marcus Miller
SMV
Tal Wilkenfeld
Jaco Pastorious
Janek Gwizdala

All great influences on me.

WRXbase · #3 07-17-2009, 10:26 PM

I love the virtuoso guys and the super groove crew, but I cannot forget the "steering wheel" dudes: Sting being my fav.

Lazylion · #4 07-17-2009, 10:31 PM

Ah, another happy convert! Welcome to the club. Vic is indeed most excellent. I've been a fan for more than 20 years.

If you don't already have it, you'll want to pick up the Flecktones' "Live Art". Jaw-dropping musicianship by all involved.

And if you like his recorded works, go see him live. I guarantee he will blow your mind.

nortonrider · #5 07-17-2009, 10:38 PM

Yep, Vic's great live!
If you ever get a chance to see the Flecktones, DO IT!

Chipsonfire · #6 07-17-2009, 10:51 PM

His tutorials and workshops are amazing as well. I've learned a lot from him, even though I'm not a huge fan. People of all walks of musicianship can learn a thing or two from him.

Demonator · #7 07-18-2009, 10:13 AM

Thanks guys. Vic seems so nice and wise. On his site he has words of wisdom, lessons, etc. He just seems like a generally great guy. Im looking into Marcus Miller aswell.

Stickk · #8 07-18-2009, 10:17 AM

varunkapahi · #9 07-18-2009, 10:18 AM

congrats your life has just started!

kenlacam · #10 07-18-2009, 10:19 AM

we are not worthy....we are not worthy....lol

nortonrider · #11 07-18-2009, 10:20 AM

He's got a book out called "the music lesson". It's worth reading.
Also, if you get to see a show, hang out afterwards and you'll get to meet him. He always does a meet and greet.

Demonator · #12 07-18-2009, 12:23 PM

Im so happy I have started listening to him. His work is amazing. His songs send a great positive message. I would love to see a live show. I hear he brings in a lot of guest bassists.

two fingers · #13 07-18-2009, 12:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lazylion

Ah, another happy convert! Welcome to the club. Vic is indeed most excellent. I've been a fan for more than 20 years.

If you don't already have it, you'll want to pick up the Flecktones' "Live Art". Jaw-dropping musicianship by all involved.

And if you like his recorded works, go see him live. I guarantee he will blow your mind.

+1 Plus I went to his camp in Nashville in 2001. If you get a chance, go to his web site and apply. It will change your life. Cheers.

Demonator · #14 07-18-2009, 12:28 PM

Ive heard of his camp "Wooten Woods" right?
What all do they do there?

paganjack · #15 07-18-2009, 12:31 PM

yeah, Victor Wooten is what they call a "bass god." I just got his "best of" book, I'm trying to play it...but jeebus he has some ridiculous parts. Some of his songs are doable, and others are not even attainable for me. I might have Classical Thump down in a few weeks if I really really work at it. It's insane.

Demonator · #16 07-18-2009, 12:45 PM

I want to learn Ari's Eyes, its so nice. and wonderful.

Demonator · #17 07-18-2009, 12:51 PM

i just looked up Ari's Eyes. Its extremely easy and sounds great.

Otso · #18 07-19-2009, 03:18 PM

Seeing him live changed me from thinking "Yeah he has great technique and all, but not that interesting" to "HE IS AMAZING!!!". The SMV thing works GREAT live, you can really feel the "thunder". He played this solo: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v67ET...eature=related
Does that piece have a name? That is one of the best bass solo's I've heard (the sound quality is crappy on that.)
It was kind of strange seeing the people who were waiting for the Brian Setzer Orchestra, in their rockabilly clothing (Setzer was performing after SMV) cheering loudly because of a bass solo!