From the Bottom: The Bassists of RAPTURE (1986)
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Күн бұрын#bass #basshistory #analysis #bassgrooves #paulthompson
This year marks the 35th anniversary of the release of one of my favorite albums: Anita Baker's RAPTURE (1986). Join me for EPISODE #4 and a discussion about the landmark album, it's 4 incredible bassists, a play-through of great bass moments on each song, and some trivia you may not know about the writing and recording about some of these iconic tracks of music. #readyfreddiewashington #davidbwashington #jimmyhaslip #neilstubenhaus #fromthebottom
00:00 Intro
01:52 "Sweet Love"
05:34 "You Bring Me Joy"
07:22 "Caught Up In the Rapture"
10:27 "Been So Long"
13:19 "Mystery"
14:44 "No One In the World"
17:13 "Same Ole Love (365 Days a Year)"
18:47 "Watch Your Step"
20:20 Outro
PDF of played examples: drive.google.com/file/d/14lpB...
Website: www.paulthompson.us
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@pdbass 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks to viewer Chris for the great catch at 13:52! On "Mystery" the bass ALTERNATES between hitting the last 16th note (bar 2) and the downbeat (bar 5), and in the verse it always happens on the downbeat. I fixed it in the downloadable PDF. I think I maybe had the Manhattan Transfer version in my head when writing this down. It's the LITTLE things that make the BIG grooves!
@mrflynn01 2 жыл бұрын
I was a studio rat at Sound Suite where the Anita recorded along with Chapter 8. Check this out. kzfaq.info/get/bejne/jpaXgJxmmdDRZYU.html
@madmaximilian518 2 жыл бұрын
Wow...I really like your videos but the tons of useless spam is just unbearable bro!!!!
@mrflynn01 2 жыл бұрын
@@madmaximilian518, what do you mean?
@normandemyrick8075 2 жыл бұрын
The "Rapture" album was what me and my buddy called a "drop-in". With most cds/albums/tapes at the time you always asked "which song to play?", with Rapture you just "dropped it in" and whatever played was the jam.
@michaelgottlieb9083 2 жыл бұрын
TrueThat
@Lovejazz01 Жыл бұрын
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@alfrednawrocki8061 8 ай бұрын
Detroit music in my opinion has always been the best!!! Love Anita Baker!!!! Being born and raised and started playing a Fender p bass when I was 16 kinda makes me prejudice to DETROIT!!!
@Nelson_Swamp 2 жыл бұрын
I was 13 and my sister was 7 when this album dropped, and we listened to it more than my mom probably did. A BEAUTIFUL, classy record.
@AJMjazz 2 жыл бұрын
This is a great recording for all bassist's to learn "how to play the right part, the right way, for the song". When this album was released, Miss Baker booked two performances near my hometown almost a year apart. I went to both as I was enamored with the songs, her voice, and how she commanded the audience with her stage presence. Both shows were jaw dropping fantastic. This was great, Paul. Keep up the good work!
@pick2568 2 жыл бұрын
The musicians of Rapture played together on the record to create a masterpiece. I still listen to this record on a regular basis.
@lawrencenjawe9875 2 жыл бұрын
That album was INCREDIBLE. I was mesmerized and enamoured by this classic... OMG! That VOICE 🎶🎤
@DJPm0ney 2 жыл бұрын
Rapture is an incredible album. Gives me chills every time. Michael J Powell is a legend. Great vid!
@FPearceBass 3 жыл бұрын
another truly fantastic episode my dude - incredible that these episodes aren't more well known by the wider bass community - thanks for educating and inspiring
@pdbass 3 жыл бұрын
🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
@michaelgottlieb9083 2 жыл бұрын
@@pdbass So true So true So True!!! That track by Roy Ayers "Running Away" had me sweating bullets trying to work it out with the right timing and tempo kicked my butt... but I got it down. And the exercise/process of learning it noticeably improved my playing. I now use that bass line and play along with that track as warmup to keep my chops up and to strengthen my hands. Thank you Brother PDbass....
@BlackRootsUNLIMITED 2 жыл бұрын
I always thought Ready Freddie was the Bassist on Sweet Love, till I googled the credits and found David Washington. There's very little information about him unfortunately. Check out the song Mystery by Anita Baker, it's why I googled in order to find out who the Bassist was. He's BAD! Been So Long.... Jimmy Haslip! What a Bass line 🔥 Greetings from Uganda 🇺🇬 👊🏿🖤
@mikebassy 3 жыл бұрын
I had no idea Jimmy Haslip was on this , need to revise this lp asap
@steelydan449 Жыл бұрын
I’m so glad someone is showing love to this album. So underrated.
@JosePerez-vz1qq 2 жыл бұрын
The bassline on "Mystery" is a treasure. It is the first thin that I thought of when I saw this clip appear. And pou ki sa while I didn't know that Rod Temperton wrote the song I was not surprised?
@ryanhitchcock6738 2 жыл бұрын
This woman has been in my life and still is and always will be…. Every song in this album is a masterpiece. Thank you for the backstory.
@MrVyrtuoso 2 жыл бұрын
Anita Baker is so wonderful, and this album is amazing!
@originalman01 2 жыл бұрын
Seeing her live was a major highlight of my life.
@aaliyahlee91 11 ай бұрын
I agree!! My boyfriend surprised me with tickets this past February in New Orleans for our anniversary, and it was the best gift I have ever received! Anita live is phenomenal!🤌🏽✨
@originalman01 11 ай бұрын
@@aaliyahlee91Wow that’s lovely, he sounds like a good man. Hope to find a good woman that would appreciate a gift like this someday.
@aaliyahlee91 11 ай бұрын
@@originalman01 thank you!❤️ I believe you will! 🫂
@Vicnsi 3 жыл бұрын
Yep I have this album too. Every song is a masterpiece. Although, 'Same Ole Love', 'No One In The World', and '...Rapture' - I remember making a very short cassette tape with just these three songs on that I would re-play repeatedly for days on end. Thanks Paul. From The Bottom series is awesome 👍🏼
@thefunkexcursion 2 жыл бұрын
I've listened to this album 1000 times. You've managed to point out so many great tidbits and nuances! Thanks for such a fresh and informative perspective.
@1koolkat1 2 жыл бұрын
Jimmy Haslip is “THE” Best on this album !!! 🔥
@altrogeruvah 2 жыл бұрын
I'm a guy in my 30s but this album is so dear to me, especially You Bring Me Joy and Caught In The Rapture got a lot of spins by a now-defunct local 90s radio station here in Greece, good memories man. Also, big shoutout to Anita Baker for being my gateway artist to the Perrí sisters' Tradewinds album!
@efunkyman6853 2 жыл бұрын
I seen Anita in concert at the Hollywood Bowl and was blown away by her performance. Anita will always have a special place in my heart and the reason why I will forever love Mia.
@tracibillington8025 3 жыл бұрын
I really enjoyed this lesson. This is a superb album, just filled with memories I mostly don’t want to remember. Lol
@DCronk-qc6sn 2 жыл бұрын
Haslip solo on Brother to Brother by Gino V. Whoa...
@heavenleiblu Жыл бұрын
Fledgling bass player here--I mean literally just took my first one out of the box and I can't believe that you just unlocked why "Been So Long" is my favorite song on the Rapture album. It came out when I was in elementary school, and it's been a long time since I was such a wee lass LOL. What a feeling to still discover new things to love about this album after listening to it for over 30 years. I can't wait to learn and become skilled enough to play all of these.
@NicolaLarosa 3 жыл бұрын
My gosh. This record is burned into my soul. Thank you so much for this. Oh, and I love you for the "don't stop yourself from singing along".
@CharlieBass5 Жыл бұрын
YES!!! Haslip on the bass. I've loved the Yellowjackets since the late 70s
@danacoleman4007 6 ай бұрын
That lovely talented lady quite literally makes me weak in the knees when she sings! 😊❤
@bigtimelakersfan5836 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much my friend for all of the great information regarding this album especially the different bass players involved. I was fortunate to see Ms Baker perform this album live. The bass player that was with her was Bobby Watson of Rufus fame. And check this out Ms Anita Baker was the opening act for Frankie Beverly & Maze. It was at the Wiltern Theater in Los Angeles. I can still feel like vibe of that concert. Priceless!!!!
@junior50ify 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, I can only imagine the vibe flowing through that place with those two performing!!
@mannyfrencha5736 2 жыл бұрын
Caught in the Rapture is possibly one of the BEST SONGS EVER! It'll stand up to any song. I doubt I'm the only one feeling like this. Might I add from start to finish each track is a HOT BANGAH💥🔥
@mehtavideo Жыл бұрын
Fantastic analysis of the album brother. I got the album in 86' and still one of my all time favourites. Impeccable musicianship across the board. Love your enthusiasm Chris. Keep up the great work. Maybe do a bass dive on Off The Wall? ✌️ & ❤️ from Ireland 🇮🇪
@gssong7111 3 жыл бұрын
Love that neck pup slap tone on 365! I think I'm gonna write a tune called "neck pup slap"
@drvpscott 2 жыл бұрын
I was never a bass player but I had learned many of these lines by ear when the album first came out. They are so wonderful I keep coming back to them. I am studying bass now and your transcriptions are really helping to expand my appreciation and understanding of the work. Thanks so much.
@OlandoMcCall 9 күн бұрын
this album was everything to me ...
@matthw633 2 жыл бұрын
I saw her perform this Live @ Radio City Music Hall when it first came out. I had her debut solo album , fell in love with her. When I saw her live I was amazed to see the bassist playing the sax solo on “You give me joy”, Mr Gerald Albright. Her band was killer ! And of course the bass work is phenomenal. Thanks for the review.
@nicolafranceschini1 3 жыл бұрын
The whole series is brilliant. Congratulations and thank you very much!
@pdbass 3 жыл бұрын
Thank YOU for watching! More to come.
@alisterfolson 2 жыл бұрын
I met the touring bassist for Anita back then at a music store. Cool and polite and patient man
@philreid984 2 жыл бұрын
"Please love your neighbor" Thank you for that reminder 🌞
@mikebassy 3 жыл бұрын
Complete classic album and songs . Have this lp but haven’t played it in years. This was smack bang in the middle of the 1980s when synth bass and drum machines were everywhere so I loved this lp because of the instruments . Particularly the bass
@sheilaharris289 2 жыл бұрын
How do you feel about Tommy Debarge and Verdine White?
@mikebassy 2 жыл бұрын
@@sheilaharris289 verdine white is a very naughty boy ha ha , but seriously he is such a huge part of the 1970s with all the classic EWF tracks . His bass playing is superb. He has written huge chapters in the book of bass . Tommy Debarge is part of the group Debarge ? I admit to not being totally aware of his work but will look him up right now here on KZfaq. Verdine defined a soul funk bass style
@mikebassy 2 жыл бұрын
A little bit later and I just heard There will never be by Switch . Saw Tommy Debarge playing his precision bass on soul train. Sounds great.
@MixingGBP 2 жыл бұрын
Mind blown!!!! I’m a huge Yellowjackets fan…I had no idea he played on this album. Also had NO idea that Anita covered Mystery! Keep it coming, man! I had a chance to see her concert…even had the tickets… but a huge snow storm hit that night, I mean huge, so I ended up not going 😭
@divingchicago 2 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately, you missed a huge opportunity. I heard her in Atlanta at the Fox.
@onesixfive 3 жыл бұрын
When I was a kid my mom has this on tape and used to play it. Which is odd because she wasn’t a big R&b fan. I got a copy on vinyl at a garage sale a couple years ago. I’m from chicago and I always thought it was cool Anita was from Detroit because I have some warped sense of connection among people from the Midwest the fill in the 5th bar is so iconic and if you broke both my arms I’d still play air bass if I hear it. Great video man
@SaraSmile70 2 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad you were in my recommendations! I love the history and the honor you give to the musicians on all the music we’ve loved so much. This episode is definitely a favorite.
@oldskoolmusicforever0724 2 жыл бұрын
ANITA BAKER IS NUMBER 4 ON MY TOP TEN FEMALE SINGERS OF ALL TIMES AFTER,CHAKA KHAN AT # ONE,ARETHA FRANKLIN AT # TWO AND WHITNEY HOUSTON AT # THREE.I LOVE ME SOME ANITA BAKER'S MUSIC.💋💋💋💋💋
@GaryTisdaleFungkSta1 2 жыл бұрын
On Her live concert Dvd, ya got saxophonist Gerald Albright holding down the low end, he was her touring bassist during that period, homie nasty on the bass too
@gluedmonkey 2 жыл бұрын
Found this video randomly. One of my all time favorite albums but i'd never really paid attention to the bass before. This vid really sparked new love for the album but also basslines in general! much appreciated!
@waseemcurry7062 2 жыл бұрын
This is amazing work.Tons of history that's been reinvigorated. Love it
@pullupstudios. 2 жыл бұрын
this was cool. I Love Anita Baker! Detroit all day. She was always playing in the house where I grew up❤❤❤
@Jjfabbonbass 2 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad you highlighted this album. I’m also thankful that Rich Brown turned me on to your channel! Freddie on “Sweet Love” is one of my favorite lines ever. Just beautiful and strong. Thank you again!
@frankbullitt1966 7 ай бұрын
😎👍 20:20... Thank you for the words.
@Arael4 2 жыл бұрын
"Love your neighbor" , great words to end a great video. Thank you Sir!
@jazzpunk 3 жыл бұрын
Love these! I also love the 1/2 time feel comment/playing on the 1st track. Long notes & short notes, too. The Haslip groove is killer with or without the chords! "Mystery" is such a great tune. RIP, Mr. Temperton. Nathan East on The Manhattan Transfer version..."Spice Of Life" (also Temperton) from that same album is great.
@derrickbrennan1478 2 жыл бұрын
I love this 😀 bass for life. Hahaha Rick Brennan from CHANGE and Composite Truth Band N Philly love always. Love her ❤️ 333.Rick
@janbriggs7619 Жыл бұрын
YOU ARE AMAZINGLY AWESOME. AND BEAUTIFUL. SUCH A GREAT INSTRUCTOR
@messiahblackgod 2 жыл бұрын
ALL of this music sounded like 100 times better while in love for the first time...in 1986.
@toyetoyetoye 2 жыл бұрын
Another great highlight! This cd has lived in my car for more than 15 years. It was always a "bass" album to me (although I admittedly assumed for years I was listening to Nathan East playing a 5 string on everything; I was flabbergasted when I eventually got around to reading the sleeve). Love these backstories!
@eliotmccann2589 3 жыл бұрын
Loving this series- awesome selections and analysis.
@RealROI 5 ай бұрын
One of my all time favorite albums. So classy. Had this next to my Chaka Khan albums which were next to my Johnny Cash, Pretenders, Duran Duran and Megadeth and Vivaldi albums lol. Love all types of music
@amasayisrael5217 2 жыл бұрын
One of the two ladies who when performing I thought were singing directly to me. The other, last but not least, the great Chaka Chan. I love them both immensely! 💕💕
@arnlmndza 3 ай бұрын
Thanks bro. Your channel has given me new songs, perspectives and better appreciation for our fellow low-enders. There are albums I grew up with which you can do From the Bottom: Manhattan Transfer's "Mecca for Moderns", Sergio Mendes' "Sergio Mendes" 1983. Neil Stubenhaus - I've heard in gospel records. Awesome bass player.
@EgoShredder Жыл бұрын
Jimmy Hasslip is amazing and he worked with the INCREDIBLE guitar player and composer Allan Holdsworth.
@kayereeves5394 2 жыл бұрын
First time listening. Thank you for the spectacular tour through an amazing album!
@christianfrey8920 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great lesson!
@ajjoy7995 2 жыл бұрын
You are appreciated Man!!! Keep ‘em comin!!!
@reedbass5644 3 жыл бұрын
Really dig your analysis of albums and the bass players on there.
@S735334 2 жыл бұрын
One of my favourite 'bass albums', (along with 'Compositions') of the last 30 plus years. Thanks for your time & effort in making this...& the others you've done..thoroughly enjoyable.
@LaurenceMollerup 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for another great post! I love the "half time pulse" thing, and I think the magic is in how Freddie feels that groove.
@jpsmusicandmore5457 2 жыл бұрын
Great video of one of my favorite records and favorite singers ever
@rickb1266 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thanks for sharing!
@tic2datoc 2 жыл бұрын
I need to rewatch this when I can play along with my bass! This is excellent!
@Mariodupree 2 жыл бұрын
Another awesome video! Thanks again for what you’re doing. It was thus album that inspired me to become a bass player!
@fatherhoodonthebacknine5443 3 жыл бұрын
Very nice analysis.
@lucianorani 2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful class!! I'm very thankful for the time you spent to build it. Thank you very much!!!!
@stuarticusrobinson9319 2 жыл бұрын
This was a great video, super relaxed and very knowledgable. Thanks.
@MrTennisgolf 2 жыл бұрын
So much great information. My new favorite site.
@raydanielz9408 2 жыл бұрын
Man, I have just discovered your videos and subscribed. It is what I have been looking for all this time and thanks for posting all of this great videos.
@doublebasshq 3 жыл бұрын
Great series, Paul!
@teddypantelas 3 жыл бұрын
Another great one Paul! What a classic album with the most incredible vocalist Anita Baker! I really love how you pointed out the importance of space in making something funky. You did your homework on this one, kudos!
@peachstatepropertyinvestor870 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks man Awesome!
@choncho101 Жыл бұрын
Wooooooow!!! A great episode!!! Going to add this album to my playlist!!! Thank you fro bringing it to my attention!!
@divingchicago 2 жыл бұрын
THANKS SO MUCH!!!!!!
@jasonrafalak 3 жыл бұрын
haven't even watched yet, but I'm psyched for this one! love this album
@randallbrown9901 7 ай бұрын
Couldn’t agree with you more! Always appreciated the musicianship! Thanks for giving all the players/talent credit for putting together an album that truly transcends time.
@niallpower109 3 жыл бұрын
Another superb video, Great playing too 👍
@drewbirston6980 Жыл бұрын
Man, I love this album, Paul and your detailed description of the tracks is so valuable and thanks for sharing this!
@BAZZMAN800 3 жыл бұрын
Great work Paul . Much appreciated.
@pdbass 3 жыл бұрын
🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
@CLK500COUPE 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Paul. Greetings from Sydney! I was lucky enough to find your channel and really enjoyed your 'deep dive' into the talent that played on this amazing album. The funny thing is before I stumbled onto your enjoyable and insightful 'The bassists of Rapture' everytime I listened to the album my subconscious always focused on the bass lines! They truly are of the highest quality. I originally got into the album in 1986 and have listened to it many many times over the years and never tire of it. For what its worth I had a lengthy career in the music industry here in Sydney and I've heard a lot of great music. Anita Bakers 'Rapture' is up there with the best. Thanks for putting this great video together.
@pdbass 3 жыл бұрын
Thank YOU for watching! Comments like this keep me going!
@CLK500COUPE 3 жыл бұрын
@@pdbass Its a pleasure mate, follow your dreams always!
@kingbey3480 2 жыл бұрын
Bro. Thank you for this through this musical voyage and giving us a music lesson as we go along. This is heaven to me. I mean it. Music is divine to me. Thanks Bro.
@PharaohLawLess1 2 жыл бұрын
Another great important video my big brotha
@genestovallTV 3 жыл бұрын
Paul! This is awesome. You’re doing a great job fam. Keep up this high level work!
@pdbass 3 жыл бұрын
Miss you, brother!!
@zambezi-sv1ed Жыл бұрын
I love this channel!!
@mthomas73 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video analysis
@BigJimeSlade 2 жыл бұрын
Great album. Great video. Great job!
@AhhSwells 2 жыл бұрын
Your videos are wonderful, thanks man
@pdbass 2 жыл бұрын
🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
@bullet1218 2 жыл бұрын
Great video showing the complexity and simplicity of these songs....it also shows the Great musicianship of the original players....thank you for your content...💯
@bigbenhillman74 10 ай бұрын
Thorough and thoughtful analysis of a beautiful classic album. Well done!
@Nathanaelsun22 2 жыл бұрын
Much Appreciation to You
@KiatHuang 2 жыл бұрын
@pdbass you've got me interested into bassline reactions and breakdowns. Excellent style, balance and openness. Subscribed!
@CharlieBass5 Жыл бұрын
Rod Temperton - HEATWAVE!!!
@chrisclermont456 Жыл бұрын
Another smashing video!! Love your channel, my man!! Awesome job!!
@pastlife1773 Жыл бұрын
Dude.......DUDE!! Thank you so much for this deep dive into Rapture. With all the well earned praise and success of this album, I personally believe the musicality of this offering is not understood by the masses. Thank you again for highlighting some aspects of this great collaboration.
@earlzpearlmajic108fm Жыл бұрын
Very well done.
@joshmcdzz6925 3 жыл бұрын
man you just reminded me of the good ole times.. i remember gigging most of this album and composition back in the days... I remember that F# bassline ( was like sweating it out back then .. ).. nice
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