The Legacy of Jaco Pastorius: From “Teen Town” to Modern Bass Lines

Introduction — The Day the Bass Took the Lead In 1977, the world of electric bass…

The Groove Revolution: How Jaco Pastorius Changed Bass Playing Forever

Updated for 2026 Before Jaco Pastorius, the electric bass was a background instrument — solid, supportive,…

Review of “James” by Pat Metheny (from Offramp, 1982)

This instrumental composition—featured on Offramp, the third studio album by the Pat Metheny Group—was inspired by…

Teen Town vs Dean Town – Bass Line Analysis & Funk Legacy

Teen Town vs Dean Town: A Bass Legacy Compared I don’t really believe in the idea…