James Jamerson: Motown's Bassman

James Jamerson (January 29, 1936 – August 2, 1983)  was the Babe Ruth of Bassists. He took bass playing to a whole new level, and was one of the first bassists to play electric bass in its infancy. Famous for his one finger plucking style he dubbed 'the hook,' Jamerson will continue to be an inspiration to bassists everywhere.

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