The GENIUS of James Jamerson (10 ICONIC Examples)

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What Made Motown’s Groove So Addictive? It all started with James Jamerson. His basslines didn’t just hold the music together—they made it move. From deep, driving pulses to unexpected melodic twists, Jamerson’s playing shaped some of the most iconic songs of all time.

In this video, we break down ten of his greatest performances, uncovering the note choices, phrasing, and groove that defined his legendary sound. Ready to see what made him one of the most influential bassists in history? Watch now.

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Video Breakdown:

00:00 - Introduction
01:35 - 1 - Uptight (Everything's Alright) – Stevie Wonder
04:00 - 2 - Reach Out I'll Be There – Four Tops
05:51 - The Story of James Jamerson
08:55 - 3 - You Can't Hurry Love – The Supremes
10:48 - The Jamerson Tone
13:35 - 4 - Ain't No Mountain High Enough – Marvin Gaye and Tammi Terrell
16:00 - 5 - Bernadette – Four Tops
17:00 - The Hook
18:28 - 6 - I Heard It Through the Grapevine – Gladys Knight & the Pips
19:59 - Who Else Is A HUGE Jamerson Fan?
20:37 - 7 - I Was Made to Love Her – Stevie Wonder
22:47 - 8 - Ain't Too Proud to Beg – The Temptations
23:57 - 9 - Darling Dear – The Jackson 5
26:15 - 10 - What's Going On – Marvin Gaye
28:15 - The Tragic Ending
28:30 - Standing In The Shadows of Motown
30:17 - 11 - How Long Has That Evening Train Been Gone – Diana Ross & The Supremes
31:23 - Who Should Be Next?
31:34 - Final Thoughts

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