Another Nail In My Heart Bass Cover
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- Опубликовано: 28 сен 2024
- Please see Viewer's Choice Poll below.
This one’s a couple of years old and goes out to my friend, Tim, of Zero-Mod Products, who at some point asked for “anything by Squeeze.”
I met Tim via RUclips some years ago when I bought one of his thumb-rests for my Rickenbacker. He then contacted me a while after that and asked if I would mind trying out (and giving feedback on) a prototype thumb-rest for the Jazz bass. I did and I thought it was fantastic. I’m a big fan of having my thumb firmly anchored when I play, and Tim’s rests really increased the usable plucking area on my Jazz basses. I sent the prototype back and purchased 2 when they became available. He now makes rests for a number of different Jazz, Precision, MusicMan, and, of course, Rickenbacker basses. I love that his products are so ingeniously simple, as well as the fact that an idiot can install them without any risk of damaging their bass as proven by the fact that I’ve put these rests on a number of my basses. I might add that they are also quite reasonably priced.
www.zero-mod.co...
The song is "Another Nail In My Heart" off of the “Argybargy” album which came out in 1980. The bass was played by bassist, John Bentley. I’m curious as to why the song is titled, “…In My Heart” when the lyric is, “...for (or 'from', depending on where you look) my heart”?
While I’ve never owned a Squeeze album, I’ve always been a fan. Their use of unconventional chords (at least by pop/rock music standards anyway), sophisticated progressions and vocal melodies, etc…always made fertile ground for really interesting bass lines. Difford and Tilbrook are both fantastic writers and musicians but having Jools Holland in the band was the icing on the cake.
This song has me playing the “Classic 70’s Precision” once again.
I’ve pretty much got the rest of the week planned out as far as uploads go, except for tomorrow. So, I thought I’d make it a RUSH viewer’s choice day. Leave your selection in the comment section if you like. I'll check the results later tonight, say around 8...just before I go to bed.
On the Guild B-301 I’ve got…
- The Spirit of Radio
- Natural Science
- Red Barchetta
And on the Spector…
- Mission
- Marathon
- Fly By Night
- Where’s My Thing (off Roll The Bones)
- Open Secrets
- almost forgot, The Pass
Well done! I am going to be seeing these guys in a couple weeks and this appears to be on their set lit.
Thank you! They are one of my bucket list bands to see, but it hasn't happened yet... still hoping. Hope you have a great time. I've got a couple other Squeeze songs off to the side - "Up the Junction" and "If I Didn't Love You..."
The classic Argy Bargy lp! Great choice. And, as always.....well executed.
Thanks.
Definitely Fly By Night on this one. My favorite Rush song, as well as an elegant and beautiful bass line.
Learning this as we speak. Watched your video a couple of times and this line is easier to pick up than I expected. Thanks for sharing my taste in music! It makes learning songs a lot easier. 😜
Awesome! I'm glad it was helpful!
Fantastic, thanks for sharing!
I would love to hear how the Spector handles those quick notes on "Marathon".
Your tone has so much balls
Thanks, I'm glad you like it.
Interesting info about thumb rest. I myself am not a musician but a lover of music and I love to learn as it satisfies my intellectual curiosity. I am amazed how you are able to play "ANY" piece of music. You're good Troy!!!!!!
Curiosity is a wonderful trait. Thank you Marvine.
I heard a rumor there was a new Yes cover in the hopper... anxiously awaiting that one. :D
There is a sad anniversary coming up isn't there?
+TJH3113 Holy cow. . . . I can't believe it's been nearly a year. . . .
Dude, I love your bass covers!! And you look like you are having a blast!
Thank you Teresa. I'm really not know for ever having anything close to a "blast".
Nailed it! Another one of my favorite bass lines. Nice tone
Thanks again, Barry. I'm glad you liked it!
Thank you fellow bass player!
It was my pleasure. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment, Sharon.
Lovely sound on the bass 👌
Thank you Vic.
I've never heard this tune before, but I already like it! Anywho, my vote's on Natural Science!
Beautifully played, a great bass sound [at JUST the right volume], clearly filmed. A superb video. The song's not bad either...
Many thanks, I'm glad you enjoyed it
Very neat tune!!
Right?
tremendous job!
Natural Science for sure!
Sir, you've done it again (or you did it again being as it was published several months ago...)!
I was needing a quick tutorial on playing this song and here it is!
I forgot that not only did I see you cover this 6 months ago, I actually commented on it as well.
Looking for a cover/tutorial on this again for a potential audition, I exclaimed upon seeing your cover was, "MY BOY!"
You rock.
For me, the hardest part for me to nail, it the right hand at 37 to 49 seconds, the you do it perfectly, I'll practice in slow motion until that section is right.
Wonderfully well done ..I loved it man- I loved it \m/🎶
Thanks a lot.
Love squeeze...nice job
Me too! Thanks. I recently recorded a couple new Squeeze songs that I haven’t uploaded yet. “If I Didn’t Love You”, “Up the Junction” and one by Difford and Tillbrook (can’t remember the name).
Open Secrets, please! More obscure. I've got a Zero-Mod rest on my 4003 also. Great product!
And thanks for the Squeeze cover! They remain so underrated.
Got it. I agree on both counts.
The '80s are despised by many but seriously... this era had some great music going.
True.
I say Open Secrets. One of my favorite Rush songs both lyrically and musically.
Got it.
My vote goes to "Natural Science" on the Guild!
Well done. Thank you!
great job
Thanks.
Wow, just discovered your channel and I'm loving the videos. This is a such a great cover, the bass lines for Squeeze songs are generally pretty catchy (I may be biased as they're my favourite band though!)
I'm starting to learn bass and I'm very inspired by your channel. Thanks for doing what you do! :)
Thanks, I think I've done a couple of Squeeze songs. I hope you enjoy those as well.
No problem, thank you for great videos! I did indeed, expertly played and interpreted as usual! :)
My vote is for Fly By Night. I think that would sound interesting on the Spector. But I suspect I will be outvoted on this one.
Excellent! I don't like play alongs, but you did it right; you're playing loud enough in front of the track to be heard but not overpower it, and not so low that it's suspect if you're really playing or just finger syncing, like most play alongs I see. I was looking for an isolated bass to practice with because I sing and play.
Thanks a lot. That was always my intention when I started my channel. Even though I set my levels by ear and record myself as I'm playing, I think I've managed to accomplish that...some songs better than others.
Great cover as always!
Apart from the usual, well known bass players prior to the 80's, that era seemed to give the bass a more integral role, bringing it to the forefront and a stronger voice.
As far as Viewers choice, "Open Secrets" gets my vote. Great album, Great arrangement and a turning point in my life :).
Thanks for all your work and dedication. Enjoy your "staycation"
Thanks. I agree, but, for some reason, what I remember (and loathe) most about the 80's was the emergence of the "hair" bands. But, when you think about it, there really was a fair amount of great music being put out at that time as well.
"Open Secrets" is one of my top two on the list.
Thank "you" for viewing and taking the time to comment.
I vote for Where's my Thing
Somebody's reading the fine print. Good choice.
Another one in the series 'Troy's Vacation'. Rather quick bassline. I like it! :-)
Haha. Cool.
No transcript aaaarrrgghhh!! Great job!
Sorry! If I had tabs, you'd be welcome to them. Thanks!
Killer cover, Troy!
Thanks a lot.
Natural Science!
Awesome cover as usual and my vote goes to spirit of radio
Thanks. Ballot cast.
Yeahhhhhhhh brilliant xxx
Thanks Sam!
love the masks, nice Bass playing
Do you have a bunch of these covers recorded but unreleased? You should upload one daily! I love seeing your thumbnails in my subscription feed.
Yes, when I sit down to record a video I'll try to do 4 or 5 at a time to make it worth my while because it's not a process I really enjoy doing. In that group of songs, there might be one or two that I've been really woodshedding on, and then I'll add a few that I don't need to put in as much time with. They tend to accumulate quickly. I don't post terribly often, generally every other week or once a month depending, because it's hard to keep up on responding to comments which is something I feel strongly about.
+TJH3113 I do appreciate you responding to comments but I also really dig the content. Your channel, your call but I'd love to see more covers!
Very cool, Troy. Squeeze has some great tunes. You're right, they're a bit unconventional. And the bass usually adds to that, he was never just a "root-note" sort of player. I'm good with any Rush cover you want to put up, but Natural Science gets my vote
Thanks Jim. You know it's Gene Simmons' birthday this Saturday. haha.
Yeah, I never had a problem with Squeeze. They're actually playing pretty close to me later this summer but, when I looked at their picture, I couldn't recognize one person so I didn't get the tickets. It's not like I need to go to any more shows either.
I'll put you down for one Natural Science.
I vote Red Barchetta
Red Barchetta :)
This is great. I love this bass line and it brings back lots of memories. Is there anything you can't play?
Thanks.
Yes, a ton of stuff.
I wanna see Open Secrets.
Is that neck like a Jazz neck ?
Yes, it has the dimensions of a Jazz neck...and the blocks.
I'm putting something together for fun.
marathon! no natural science! both!?!
One or the other.
natural science it is
Your ballot has been cast.
You have 2, 250 views, I published mine 2 years earlier and have 250. You're doing something right or I'm doing something wrong, or both.
natural science and where's my thing
2 votes = no vote.
damn I'm sorry, I thought you were doing two separate videos for each bass. My one vote goes to natural science, if it's not too late
You're good.
How do you have so many basses? Are you wealthy?
I am certainly not wealthy by any definition of the word. But "wealth" is subjective, isn't it? To a person starving on the street, I might be considered wealthy. It's more about what I choose to spend my money on than about how much money I have. My wife and I have no children which is, from what I understand, a "huge" money saver, right there. We are fortunate enough to have no debt beside what remains on the mortgage on our home. I'm not into flashy cars (I drive a 2007 Versa and haven't had a car payment in 7 years or so) or toys like motorcycles, boats, jet skies, or snowmobiles and if I spend $2.15 a day on a cup of coffee, that's a lot. I bring my lunch to work every day. In the last few years we have splurged on a lot of concerts and Broadway shows but that's because we know there will, one day, be a time where we will not be able to afford to do that. Most of the basses were reasonably priced and I could sell them quickly, even for a small loss, and recover most of what I spent. Whatever I lose on them would be worth it, considering the enjoyment I've taken from them. I hope this answers your question somewhat.
Greta feel to it mate and you nailed the ultimate pop song ever. so much about this song i love. No one starts with a bass intro and slings in a solo at 1 minute! squeeze did though! brilliant song.
Thanks. Yeah, I agree, Squeeze was fantastic
I think that intro is comprised of three harmonies, two guitars and a bass.
Sounds about right.
This is beautiful! 😢
First cassette I ever owned was Singles 45s and Under.
Now I know all Argy Bargy has to offer.
Thank you Jered!
Oh, this is stunning - thanks! Just started working on it today with my bass teacher. Do you play Pulling Mussels From the Shell (also Squeeze)? Another gorgeous/crazy bassline....
Thanks. Yes, I did Pulling Mussels quite a while back...love Squeeze.
New wave music has those non-obvious bass and chords...I recommend you OH SUZIE, from Secret Service in order to listen to a great harmony too. Greets
I agree. I've never heard the song or the band, but I'll try to check it out.
I'm always glad when you cover a song I have to learn!!!! You da best!!!!
Just PERFECT!!!!
Cool, great bass line. W : )
Saw Squeeze last October playing in Cardiff, Wales. They played this number. Yolanda Charles was the bassist. A great bass player in my humble opinion !
Awesome.
Great! How about doing another Bruce Thomas bassline like Lipstick Vogue? I remember seeing his website and he linked a video you did of one of his basslines. He loved your masks.
Thanks. I'll have to check it out. Yes, that was really something when he linked my videos wasn't it?
When you pluck, are playing through the strings so that your finger falls on the string below the one you pluck? Are you always doing this.
I tend to strike the string such that my fingertip is headed towards the body of the bass, as opposed to the ceiling. On the followthrough, after the string has been struck, my finger comes to rest on the string above it. In certain instances, I then have the choice of playing the note my finger lands on, or not.
mayor of simpleton XTC I am hearing
Perhaps... this song was recorded around 9 years before the XTC song.
Very nicely played! I'm just learning bass... how do you get that staccato effect in the chorus?
Thanks Peter. I had to listen to what you were talking about. At this point, most of what I play is second nature and I don't put much thought into it. I did a video a long time ago on the topic of muting and I think I covered the technique I'm using in it. It's in my Tutorials playlist. Essentially, what I'm doing is... I'm alternating my plucking fingers. As one finger plucks the sting, the next finger lands on top of the string. It lands on the string to pluck the note, but, at the same time, it deadens the note that had just been played by the other finger... and so on. I hope you might be able to make a little sense out of that. It was a little difficult to put into words.
@@TJH3113 Thanks, that explains it perfectly. :)
The bass is the secret weapon in that song
Truth!
What a tour de force of driving eight notes. Hat's off to you, Troy. For some reason, this song reminds me of Men At Work.
I didn't really feel the 8th notes too badly on this one. Probably because of the modest tempo. I like Men At Work.
This is so good
I’m glad you like it. Thanks.
Class mate.
Thank you, my friend.
killed it!
Thank you Joann.
Thanks for that Troy. A lovely line and you've nailed it as usual. I know I'm going to be hopelessly outvoted, but I'm going to go for The Pass.
....and too late anyway. Doh!
My favourite RUclips bass guy covering one of my favourite bands...excellent stuff.
Wow, thanks!
great cover of a great bass line - love Squeeze
for the poll - Fly by Night on the Spector :)