History of Bass guitar

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Many artists, such as [Pino Palladino]? utilize a fretless bass guitar for the smoothness of its slide and unique tone. As with any instrument, the electric bass can be played in a number of styles. Players such as Paul McCartney tend to favor a subdued, melodic approach, while [Les Claypool]? of Primus? and Flea? of [Red Hot Chili Peppers]? favor a funky, slap-heavy (sounding the notes by slapping the string with the thumb rather than plucking) approach earlier made popular by [Larry Graham]?.

Many artists, such as [Pino Palladino]? utilize a fretless bass guitar for the smoothness of its slide and unique tone. As with any instrument, the electric bass can be played in a number of styles. Players such as Paul McCartney tend to favor a subdued, melodic approach, while [Les Claypool]? of Primus? and Flea? of [Red Hot Chili Peppers]? favor a funky, slap-heavy (sounding the notes by slapping the string with the thumb rather than plucking) approach earlier made popular by [Larry Graham]?. Many players prefer to pluck the noted with the fingers, but for fast play (such as that required for punk rock) a pick? is sometimes used.