How to Play Duran Duran Rio on Bass like a BOSS

Check out this great Rio tutorial from the man himself: https://youtu.be/mtcLKAGN-II?si=DkCZkd8NTCPIqTX-

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"Rio" is one of Duran Duran's most iconic songs, released as the title track of their 1982 album. The song is particularly notable for John Taylor's masterful bass guitar performance, featuring a vibrant and complex bassline that has become one of the most revered in pop music. Taylor's bass playing is both melodic and rhythmically intricate, providing a pulsating undercurrent that propels the song. His expertise not only demonstrates his technical prowess but also showcases how the bass can serve as a lead instrument in a pop context. This track remains a favorite among bassists and music aficionados, illustrating the power of a dynamic bassline in defining a song's energy and character. For those interested in dissecting and learning this iconic bassline, you can use the SongMaster Pro available at http://www.aurallysound.com/tedtalksbass, which allows you to isolate the bass track and slow down the music for a detailed study.

[00:00] Ted introduces his bass tutorial for Duran Duran's "Rio" using Songmaster Pro, emphasizing the benefit of technology in learning music and dismissing notions that it detracts from musicianship.
[02:10] He demonstrates the main foundation of the song's bassline, utilizing a phrase trainer to slow down the song to 70% of its original tempo, aiding in learning by repetition and gradual speed increase.
[05:30] Ted discusses specific bass techniques and shapes for playing the verse and chorus, focusing on the musical shapes rather than complex musical terminology, and advises learning the parts slowly.
[08:45] He explains the breakdown section and notes a correction from his previous tutorial, showcasing his process of revisiting and refining lessons as music software evolves.
[12:00] The video aims to teach not only the song but also broader techniques for mastering bass passages, using both software tools and traditional methods, with an emphasis on learning at a comfortable pace and integrating musical phrases into one's own playing style.

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