Stuart Clayton Publishes The Brothers Johnson Bass Book
Louis Johnson is one of the pioneers of slap bass whose work graced hit albums by Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, Peabo Bryson, and more. However, many bassists know him for his work with his brother George in their group, the Brothers Johnson.
Stuart Clayton of Bassline Publishing has just released a new transcription book featuring 14 lines from the group. The track list includes the band’s biggest hits like “Stomp,” “Strawberry Letter 23,” “Ain’t We Funkin’ Now,” and more.
“This book is a goldmine for fans of Louis Johnson’s incredible bass playing,” Clayton shared. “Each transcription has been written in both standard notation and TAB and comes with a highly detailed breakdown and analysis. This includes guidance on performance techniques and tips for recreating the artist’s tone.”
In case you’re not hip to “Thunder Thumbs,” check out the music video for “Strawberry Letter 23”:
The Brothers Johnson Bass Book is available now via Amazon.
The Brothers Johnson Bass Book Song List:
- I’ll Be Good to You
- Thunder Thumbs and Lightnin’ Licks
- Get the Funk Out Ma Face
- Free and Single
- Strawberry Letter 23
- Runnin’ for Your Lovin’
- Q
- Ride-O-Rocket
- Ain’t We Funkin’ Now
- Mista Cool
- Stomp!
- The Real Thing
- In the Way
- Welcome to the Club
In his time with No Treble, Kevin has met hundreds of amazing bassists and interviewed icons like Jack Casady, Victor Wooten, Les Claypool, Marcus Miller, and more. He's a gigging bassist performing jazz in Northern Virginia and bluegrass with The Plate Scrapers up and down the East Coast. Kevin appreciates all genres of music, from R&B to metal and everything in between. Connect with Kevin on Facebook and check his performance schedule on his website.
