Standing in the Shadows of Motown celebrates the life and music of James Jamerson, the legendary bassist whose grooves defined the Motown sound. This softcover bass guitar songbook is designed for intermediate to advanced players seeking to explore the techniques of one of the most influential session musicians in music history. Combining biography, musical insight, and playable arrangements, the book offers a comprehensive look at Jamerson’s career and impact on soul, R&B, and pop music.
The collection features 49 transcribed musical scores in standard notation and bass TAB, covering iconic hits such as Ain't No Mountain High Enough, I Heard It Through the Grapevine, and Reach Out I'll Be There. Players gain access to 120 minutes of online audio performances through a unique code, playable with PLAYBACK+ to slow tempo, loop sections, adjust key, and pan audio, enabling focused practice of complex riffs and rhythmic nuances. Over 50 rare photographs, detailed interviews, and historical context enhance the learning experience, giving readers a deeper understanding of Jamerson’s artistry.
This book is ideal for bassists, Motown enthusiasts, educators, and music students aiming to develop technical skills, groove awareness, and expressive playing.
Song List
Ain't No Mountain High Enough * Ain't Nothing like the Real Thing * Ain't That Peculiar * Bernadette * Come 'Round Here (I'm the One You Need) * Darling Dear * Don't Mess with Bill * For Once in My Life * Home Cookin' * How Long Has That Evening Train Been Gone * How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You) * I Heard It Through the Grapevine * I Was Made to Love Her * I'm Gonna Make You Love Me * My Guy * Nowhere to Run * Reach Out I'll Be There * What's Going On * You Can't Hurry Love * and more excerpts and riffs
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Bassist James Jamerson was the embodiment of the Motown spirit and groove the invisible entity whose playing inspired thousands. His tumultuous life and musical brilliance are explored in depth through hundreds of interviews, 49 transcribed musical scores, two hours of recorded all-star performances, and more than 50 rarely seen photos in this stellar tribute to behind-the-scenes Motown. Features a 120-minute CD!
Allan Slutsky's 2002 documentary of the same name is the winner of the New York Film Critics Best Documentary of the Year award!
Songs include: Ain't No Mountain High Enough,Ain't Nothing like the Real Thing, Ain't That Peculiar, Bernadette, Come 'Round Here (I'm the One You Need), Darling Dear, Don't Mess with Bill, For Once in My Life, Home Cookin', How Long Has That Evening Train Been Gone, How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You), I Heard It Through the Grapevine, I Was Made to Love Her, I'm Gonna Make You Love Me, My Guy, Nowhere to Run, Reach Out I'll Be There, What's Going On, You Can't Hurry Love and many more excerpts and riffs.
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