Rio Bass Cover HD
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- Опубликовано: 12 сен 2024
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The song is “Rio” which is the title track off of the second studio album by Duran Duran. It came out in 1982 and featured The Great (and often underrated) John Taylor on bass. I did a couple of other Duran Duran covers using this bass that I haven’t done before and will get them up at some point.
"Learn with RUclips: TJH3113's Sweet Fill" -
A while back someone left a comment with this link in it on one of my videos - • Learn with RUclips: TJ... . The video is a deconstruction of a fill I threw in before the last chorus of the song in my original cover back in 2012. It’s got picture in picture going on and everything! Some of his reactions and comments were priceless and flattering, as were some of the comments that were left on the video itself. I was extremely humbled by both. As I sometimes say, “It’s always nice to hear people talking nicely about you behind your back.” About the fill itself, this was back in the good old days when my text intro to a video was just a sentence or two. Now, if I knowingly make any sort of alteration in the way I am playing the song vs the way it was recorded, I will always make some sort of disclaimer about it. The story behind the fill is that I used to play the song in a 4 piece band (bass/drums/guitar/vocals) many years ago and I made up this riff to play (with some phase shifter on it) as a way to emulate the sequenced keyboard sounds that were going on in that open space. I just tried to fill up the space with as many notes as I possibly could and this was what I came up with - effected, staccato, sixteenth notes accomplished via triplets and hammer-ons. The fellow in the video came very close to the way I play it. Rhythmically it is perfect, but he played the filler/ghost-notes a bit differently. I’m using triplets which originate from the open string above the hammer-on… if that makes any sense. I play my own slowed down version of the riff at the end of my video.
Reactions to my original Rio cover -
In my original video ( • Rio Bass Cover ), I got a number of comments about how much I moved my head back and forth (I pinned one of them if you’re interested in seeing what I’m talking about). I’m afraid they are not going to be any happier with this version😂. I’ll be the first to admit that in my videos I appear to be a bit… unanimated. That's just me. I spend a lot of my time looking from one hand to another, mostly in an effort to avoid looking directly into the camera. While I’ve gotten a bit more comfortable in front of the camera, I still find it a bit awkward. I have no problem with making solid eye contact with people when speaking to them, but don’t think it’s necessarily a good look for cover videos. Beyond that, pulling a “porno-face” when playing may look cool in pics or on video, but I believe it’s more theatrical expression than a practical one, which is fine… it's just not my thing. I mean, I have yet to play something so difficult that it actually causes me to grimace as if I am in pain. Alright, I might squint my eyes violently once and a while. That being said, and after looking at the video, I believe the reason behind my hyperactive head movements is because of the concentration level it takes for me to play this song. I find it to be a fairly fatiguing song to play, mostly because of all the ghost-notes. It’s definitely not a song I would (or could) play more than twice in a row. The ghost notes are as important as the fretted notes and it would be pretty noticeable if any of them were played out of time and, for me, that takes up a fair amount of concentration. When I’m playing any song, but especially a challenging song (yes, if find this song challenging) - "where" my mind is focused is one of the most important things. While it’s difficult to achieve, the best spot for my focus to be is right on the note that I am playing. If I am thinking about something I already played, I will be more likely to make a mistake. If I am thinking of something further ahead in the song that I have yet to play, I am more likely to make a mistake. So, I need to think, but not too much, and I need to think about the right things. This is why, before I sit down to record any video, I try and rehearse the songs to the point where my hands just know where to go and I no longer have to really “think” at all. As close as I can to get to achieving that mental state, some portion of it goes away once I hit the record button and the red-light comes on. I guess what I’m trying to say is that moving my head is a way of resetting my focus and keeping my mind on what is happening at that precise moment, but not so focused on the moment that I forget where I am. It's tricky. Anyway, I think that is what’s happening.
I'm playing an 1983 Aria Pro II SB-Elite 1 through a SansAmp Bass Driver Version 2.
That smile at the end of that awesome fill at 4:00 says it all. Such great playing!
I'll have to edit that out... haha. Thanks so much.
Indeed! And please, don't edit that out!! It really made me smile seeing that moment! Great job!!
Absolutely! Those victories!
@@TJH3113 I wouldn't edit it out. If I could pull that off I'd be smiling too.
4:00 marker---NAILED IT. Mr. Taylor always stood out to me as a creative bass player.
Thanks!
Fantastic, gotta love those John Taylor ghost notes. Absolutely nailed it! Also I love how you left that awesome fill right before the final chorus, nice callback!
Thanks a ton!
Yup - I’ve got to learn that fill.
The reaction is just as good after executing it, as if he's acknowledging the crowds reaction.. 😂
I've seen many versions now, you're the only one that plays the fill. Amazing.
That was an ad-lib. Thanks.
This has given me a new found respect for Duran Duran
That's great to hear.
Whew - I’m out of breath just listening to this. Great time-keeping!
Glad you enjoy it! Thanks!
Brilliant, John Taylors bass riffs were a great diversion at that period as I was going through my Geddy Lee obsession
Thanks. Same.
@@TJH3113 your wee addition at 4mins completely messed my head, thanks lolol
Flawless and 4:00 blew my mind! Excellent 👍🏻👍🏻
And with a "I nailed it" smile :-) Brilliant!
Haha... thanks.
That was my "Great, I might not have to play the song over again." smile.
I had to rewind and listen to that part 3 times it was so cool! 🤯😎
@@inkivamp same here! Outstanding. So fun to watch someone who knows what he's doing. Excellent.
4 min in. My God. This is the jam! So good!!!!
Thanks!
I've always thought John Taylor was a really good bassist. This sounds great, hearing you play his stuff. Thanks for this.
Me too! Thanks a lot.
You nailed it. Love the feel and tone. Your staccato feel with the ghost notes are wonderful. 👍👍
Thank you kindly!
Always thought this was one of John’s most brilliant bass lines he ever wrote. Once again you delivered the goods Troy!!
Definitely. Although, I learned "Last Chance on the Stairway" when I first got the bass (I'd never actually heard it before it was suggested to me) and the bass line has some startling similarities to Rio. Thanks once again to you.
This is one brilliant bass line period.
It's 6 AM, I'm alone in my bedroom on a Sunday morning...I almost stood up and applauded at the end of that!!! Just brilliant!
Almost? Thanks.
That lick backing up the sax at 3:18 - damn.
Right?
3:59 masterful !
this and sledgehammer are top tier, you sir are an inspiration!
Haha... thanks a lot.
@@TJH3113 any way to make a request?
best bass channel on youtube for my entire life
Aw-shucks... Thanks Caleb.
This entire album has exceptional bass lines!!
Definitely! I did a couple of others off of this album as well.
Nice! You did a great job! I saw them in August ‘16 and they still put on a good show. I wish their guitarist, Andy Taylor played with them then.
@@TJH3113 New Religion from the Rio album is still one of my favourite DD songs in general, but esp for John Taylor's bass
When you describe how difficult and physically taxing it is to get through this ghost-note-filled masterpiece, I had to laugh....I remember John Taylor saying that his daily consumption of cocaine (around the time) probably could have killed a small horse-- that's why he's able to play it on speed dial! Great Job as always!!
Shit! If I'd have known that.......
Thanks!
So glad to see this finally released! I was so excited when I saw it originally posted the other day and instantly disappointed upon seeing it blocked by YT. I bought myself Duran Duran's Greatest Hits after your last Duran Duran cover because it brought back so many memories of being a kid. Amazing playing as always Troy! And a tutorial at the end to boot! Nice!
I'm very glad you enjoyed it!
Wow, just like the old one but with better quality. Amazing performance and precision as always! That fill is the definition of life!
Thanks a lot! I appreciate the kind words.
I love John Taylors bass playing, always have. he’s a funny guy. I watched a whole documentary on his rig and gear..and listening to him is hilarious.. he talks like he knows nothing about bass... or music. LOL. Prodded endlessly for detail. He’s all. “ i have this one.. and sometimes i play the blue one.. i like that one”
Me too. I'll have to check that out. Sounds like he doesn't take himself too seriously.
I think being able to take the piss out of yourself is an important part of being a musician. Never forget when you had just started playing. Everyone sucked at one point
That fill you add ed should've been in the song 🤯
Everytime I listen to it I'm expecting it now lol. You're my idol man. Thanks for getting into bass again
I appreciate that!
Perfect note syncopation my friend. Loved it! Fun fun fun song to hear and play along to. That bass is freakin KILLER too.
Thanks! It's a tough one for sure.
WOW !!! Brilliant man. I only discovered your RUclips channel a few weeks back but am very quickly becoming a massive fan,
I'm 53 & bought my first bass in 1981, Unfortunately laziness has hindered me terribly,
But let me tell you mate, you have inspired me to pick up this beautiful instrument & take it more seriously, great job
Welcome aboard! Awesome, that's great to hear. I hope you derive as much satisfaction from playing as I have/do. Thanks Dave!
That fill at 3:17 is truly beautiful! Keep it up, Troy!
Thanks a lot! I'll try!
Don't much care for Duran Duran, but I do like this song. Underrated bassist. Enjoyed the cover as well. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks for checking it out and for taking the time to comment.
Nasty little fill at minute 4:00. Mr. Taylor would've been impressed! At least I was! 💗🎵🎶🎸
Thanks a lot!
I always forget how busy this song is, damn! All those ghost notes sounds tiring. Fantastic as always, cool to see this one re done. Still love that bass fill you throw in. Makes my jaw drop every time. I'm gonna have to learn that. Love the Aria bass too, very smooth sounding.
Tell me about it. Thanks a lot.
Really dig the extra “flair” at 3:18 and the cool lick at 4:00. Awesome job Troy! 👍
Thanks for paying attention1
I must’ve listened to this on loop at least 50 times these past 2 days. Incredible. Thank you sir!
Awesome! Thanks!
TJH3113 One of the best bass player on youtube
Aw, you are too kind.
That right hand is flying.
Edit: I dig the backdrop!
Truth!
Most of the masks are from DeathStudios.
John Taylor has a tutorial video on this song published 2 months after yours and he plays the verse riff as he put it "without and with syncopation" to show the impact to the song - really neat! After watching his version followed by yours, I am doubly impressed with your playing.
I've seen that and thought it was great. He's got a down to earth way of explaining things that I liked a lot. Yeah, the ghost-notes make the song. Thanks, Bob!
I've heard this song hundreds of times but never heard how awesome that run is at 3:59. Impressive writing by JT and also you nailing it here!
Actually, that's a rare ad-lib by me. I think I wrote about it in the area beneath the video. Sorry for any confusion it may have caused. Thanks and take care!
I can still remember this song going through my head when I bought my first yacht (1995) and we were on a broad reach. We were flying, my girlfriend's hair was all over the place and to be honest I had no control over the boat.
Fast forward to 2004, different girlfriend, different yacht, same phenomenon. Shorter hair though.
The rhythm follows what it's like on a yacht. Frenetic, then a moment when you can just dig it.
Thank you for taking me 25/16 years back in time, and as always, I love the way you play.
"The rhythm follows what it's like on a yacht. Frenetic, then a moment when you can just dig it." I wonder if someone involved in the production of the video made that connection.
Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave such an interesting comment. Thanks for the kind words as well.
@@TJH3113 As I understand it from a Duran Duran documentary. they had a very interesting trip out there.
Simon LeBon is a highly accomplished yachtsman.
Thanks for all your work, I look forward to each one.
I don't think I'll ever get bored of this, ever 👌🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Give it time.
John Taylor's bass playing is alien.
Truth.
Very underrated
Much to my band's amazement, I have nailed this song...but I cannot nail your riff leading into the last chorus! Thanks for the inspiration to go after this one.
Rock on!
Man, your syncopation is so crisp and flavorful. I'm inspired.
Thank you for the off-speed tutorial at the end ❤
Any time!
You've been my guide for learning a lot of Rush songs in the past few years. I just love the way you approach the instrument. And people saying you're "unanimated" is ludicrous, it's so apparent how much you feel the music and how that translates to your playing. Awesome stuff!
That's great to hear! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to leave such a nice comment. Take care!
2012 and 2020: still perfect,Hands down. Wherever you head move.. Only applause!
Haha... Thank you!
So many years after I am still impressed by the young Taylor - thank you for this fantastic lesson
Yeah, he was really something else, wasn't he... still is!
This is fantastic! Great work! I think JT was only 17 when he recorded this bass line. There's an isolated bass track of him on RUclips somewhere and you're right that he's underrated. But dude you nail this one!
As an aside, I'm selling my bass and amp and getting a kazoo.....
Thanks a lot. I'm glad you liked it.
Amazing!
Haha... don't to that! Buy a banjo!
@@TJH3113 Wouldn't banjo be harder than bass?!? 😲
@@Tracer9GTRider8, maybe, but it would definitely sound worse than a kazoo!
@@TJH3113 😆
17 when he recorded this? A year before duran duran was formed? Naw, this song was recorded in early 1982, john was born mid 1960
You Sir are a BOSS. If I only had 1/10th of your skills... amazing!!!
Thanks so much Bro. I'm sure that you already possess far more than 1/10 of my skills.
I need to add that riff too. It sounds great
It might get you some dirty looks thrown your way. Thanks.
Getting that bass and not playing this bass line just can't be done. Top stuff Troy. Sounds great.
So, you understand then? Thanks.
@@TJH3113 totally understand😉
That fill at 4:00 🙂 excellent job. I'm learning this one (those ghost notes 🙄). Your videos really help me with technique, finger placement and syncopation. Thanks for posting 👍
Thank you and I feel your pain. Take care!
When I finished viewing this for the first time, I realized I'd missed the fill you were tutoring. Hearing it again (it's at 4:00, for those like me) and watching your reaction afterwards, I could see just how proud you are for nailing it. Proud you should be. Fantastic work!
Haha... it wasn't so much pride as it was being relieved that I only had a couple rounds of choruses left to play.
Your smile after is pure gold! There's nothing like the feeling you get when nailing a difficult section. Great job as always.
Magnificent!! I was already smiling and grooving and then at 4:00 I literally let out a "whoaaa" - thanks for posting!!
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it!
not only is this some good playing, but i find it funny that you're in like the room where all of the scooby doo villains take off their costumes and have a luncheon
Haha!
Bass players that play without picks are on a whole other level. The few songs I know on bass I try to play without a pick and it’s a hot mess. 😂. Awesome cover mate. JT would be proud!
It's funny, but a few of my favorite players were pick players. If I could play with a pick, I definitely would. I guess it's just human nature to want what we don't have. Thanks a lot!
Fantastic video. I love how you went over that insane fill at the end and broke it down
Thanks Kevin.
This is normally the last song they played live (May still be playing, haven't seen em in years). Can you imagine playing an hour and a 1/2 THEN having to play more 'ghost' notes in one song than you played real notes in every song up till then. I wish you and RUclips had been around in the 80's when I thought learning to play this stuff was impossible. A guy came over in the late 80's and showed me Red Barchetta one day and I was AMAZED I COULD PLAY IT. If you had been around I would be 1000x the bassist I am.
Right? I can barely play this song twice in a row.
You don't need anyone to make you a better player. It's all inside of you.
I'll never hear this tune the same way ever again! Just fantastic!
Is that a good thing? Haha. Thank you.
Wow. Trip down memory lane. JT was underrated and undervalued.
Definitely!!!
damn those ghostnotes, i love them so much. you are hitting every single one of them so precisely.
someone pointed out the fill at @4:00 is mindblowing and i agree. but can we please also talk about @3:16 and the nasty slides, f.e. @1:18 and emphasized @5:03? all of them caught me somewhat off-guard but they also felt so right a moment later. creating this little suprise moment followed by instant satisfaction, to me means that you added just the right amount of flavour to this while not overplaying. and that, folks, shows the real greatness of a bass player.
from all your covers, i like this the most. you just nailed everything. thanks for all the great content.
Thanks. For some reason, ghost notes came pretty naturally to me. I used to practice on my own A LOT and I'd use ghost notes just to keep time with myself and they became a regular part of my playing. The hard part came when I was asked not to play them, like during recordings. Actually, I looked at the slides you mentioned and I think that they were just the result of trying to get back up to the E (on the A string) and dragging my pinky along the way.
@@TJH3113 yeah, most of the ghostnotes feeling so natural is why this song is so much fun to play imo. but i'm still somewhat struggling with the ones on the g-string and the one before the B in the Refrain. also my stamina in the right hand needs to get a little better.
interesting you dind't even think about the slides. i was actually being sure that those were intended. nonetheless, i just love them.
John is a beast. Wonderful cover as always.
Truth! Thank you Kevin.
Yes... whatever that was at 4.00 minutes... just wow! And that smile on your face after you hit that lick, awesome. Thanks for the how to at the end.
Thanks, I'm glad you liked it.
One of the coolest, if not the coolest, bass part to emerge from 80s pop. Excellent cover.
You might be right about that! Thanks!
you nailed the rubbery bounce of that bass line. Really great!
I'm glad you liked it. Thanks!
Another AMAZING performance!
Thank you kindly.
I liked the tutorial bit at the end so we can all have a go at what you did! Thank you 😁
I'm glad to hear that. Thanks Paul.
Realmente extraordinario!!
Excelente sonido, tiempo, técnica y lo mejor la gran interpretación, Taylor debe estar orgulloso! Saludos desde Chile.
Muchas gracias por las amables palabras.
Outrageous cover of a sick bass line
Thanks!
Man, that is some next level playing right there. What a sick bass line. Happy Holidays :)
Thanks, you too!
Who the heck clicked dislike?! Walk son! Great job 3113!!
Thanks!
The fret board is catching fire 😁👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🎶🎶
Haha... not quite, but thanks.
Everytime I hear this it reminds me of Daytona beach.....spring break!! 1983
Very cool!
Fantastic cover and a song I aspire to be able to play one day. John Taylor’s bass work is just awesome. As you said, too often under rated.
Thanks. You can do it! I agree!
Damn!! That's a workout and a half... Just watching. Amazing job!! As always.
Thanks a lot.
Another great John Taylor bass line ! Great job Troy! You always make these look effortless, dude... love the custom fills too ! 👍🏻👍🏻
I'm glad you liked it. Thanks!
Very WELL done dude. Rio HAS to be one of those songs that has the greatest bassline ever. At least in the top 5 for sure.
Thank you! No doubt!
I am back after a hiatus. I really enjoyed your Rush covers many years ago! Good to hear some of my childhood songs during the lock down. Thank you!
Welcome back!
Very nice, i''m no bassist but see you playing songs what i like listening because of the bass, you playing bass like one of the band, makes me listen these songs every once and a while. These songs are just more interesting with "human" bass in it.
Thanks so much Sami!
You, sir, are one bad-ass bassist. Unrelated: having worked many years in haunted houses in my younger days, those masks are giving me flashbacks to the smell of them.
Oh please... thanks thought.
Unfortunately, over the years they've lost much of that lovely aroma.
The smell was a very specific mix of the latex, rubbing alcohol, and sweat. And... it's a pleasant flashback. It was a lot of fun.
And, sometimes, a hint of cigarette smoke. Jeff at DeathStudios was, at one time, a heavy smoker.
This popped up on my recommendations so of course I'm going to watch it!!!
Awesome! Let me know what you thought of it. Take care Vida.
Ghost notes and all!!! Awesome!
The ghost notes make the bass-line! Thanks.
john taylor approuved !
Do you think? Thanks.
WOW..........................TOTALLY AWESOME COVER TROY!!! (Yup,a slang-term from those AWESOME early-80's!!! LOL.) I have to agree with other commenters here,that I can so easily see WHY You'd have to learn this particular song so well,that You don't have to think about playing it!!! I was out of breath just watching You pluck of those strings during this 5 some-minute tune here!!! Incredible indeed!!!
Of course,I become so "focused" on watching every single string your hitting,that I don't even normally pay any mind whatsoever to your head!!! Lol. However.......I DID catch that rare "smile" of yours after those many ghost-notes in this one!!! haha!!! This video was worth waiting for My Friend!!! :-)
Well, at least it wasn't "tubular". Thanks.
The smile was more of a "I'm past the final hurdle" smile than anything else... haha.
@@TJH3113 "tubular".....LOL. You crack me up Troy!!! Fer-shure Duuuude!!! ;-)
2:37 always loved this section ahh
Yeah, it’s such a changeup, isn’t it?
Love the ghost notes
Thanks Tom.
"Wow, that solo is incredible..." 3:16 "o_O" 4:00 "O_O"
Haha... thanks!
I hope band vocalist appreciate their bassist. This is absolutely not easy.... as usual respect.
Me too. Thanks.
Amazing!! Now do it standing up! (I've never tried) I met John in a London studio a few years back, an absolutely charming guy. I was too shy to say that I was a fan (or even a bass player!!)
Thanks a lot! That’s very cool!
Great job. I am glad to see someone else play all of the ghost notes after the first D in the chorus. It's how I've been playing it because I think I hear in in the mix, and occasionally I see it looks like John does it live, but not every video. I had thought about simplifying it , but I know if you're doing it, it's right. Great tone as always.
Thank you. Yeah, I think he squeezed them in wherever he could fit one. Thanks again.
Perfection !!!!
Thank you!!
WOOW!! This was sooo awesome watching!! One of my favorite bass lines.
I'm glad you liked it! Thanks.
@@TJH3113 One last thing...
Is this a difficult bass line to learn ? How long did it take you to learn it?
That was amazing! I was a Duran Duran fan back in the day...
Thank you.
You're welcome!
Troy, I could not wait for this post to go up after you teased this was coming once a copyright issued was resolved. I could not agree more about John Taylor, whom I regard as the most underrated bass player from the 80's, if not ever. This is my favorite Duran Duran tune. As much as I thoroughly enjoy your Rush covers I equally enjoy your 80's/New Wave tracks. Our musical tastes run very much in tandem, although I get the sense you aren't much of a Thrash, Hardcore Punk, Ska-Core, or Nu Metal kind of guy.
Thanks for your patience. I hope you liked it. Yes, you are right about my not getting into those genres.
Always loved the bass line from this song, but especially appreciate your improv at 3:58! 👌
Me too! Thanks a lot!
4:02 timeless!!!! thanks Troy, I had massive enjoyment playing along to you on my SB-R60....... LOL!
Glad you enjoyed it! Awesome! Thanks for checking in.
John was such a fantastic player. Great cover Troy, per usual!
Yes, he was... and still is! Thanks.
An outstanding job on a very challenging piece. Well Done! And you're right, Taylor is certainly underrated, as this song demonstrates.
Thanks a lot.
Truth!
Wow, never realized how involved that song was. Enjoyed that.
Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.
Brilliant brilliant playing and tone. ❤️
Thank you.
Man that was just crazy awesome. I can’t get enough of this video. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment!
YES!
THANKS!
Again, you crushed it Troy, thank you sir.
Thank you very much.