This guy is such a monster player. He doesnt have to rely on slap licks at a million miles an hour to impress people. He is making beautiful captivating sounds that are original and interesting. I wish so many more players worried less about how many notes they play and focused more on the importance of the notes they do play
It's times like these that I realize how wonderful it is to live in a day and age where we have something like RUclips. A gateway we can walk through to gain access to other great musicians on the planet doing incredible things aside from the big names that are flashed on TV and such. This was absolutely amazing, and thank you so much for sharing.
Time passes, but still I come back here to listen and feel this. Can’t be described in words. The ultimate experience for all us lovers of the low frequencies
Eric, You play the the most unique, creative ethereal music, like no one else. I've played bass for 40 years, and I'm just Awed by your music. Absolutely Amazing. Indeed it is beautiful and chilling.
Nearly ten years since this appeared on RUclips and it hasn't been bettered. Superb playing, wonderful composition, terrific tone. Way back in the 70s I tried to use my bass to solo and was always looking for the other strings.
Eric, you are possibly one of the most gifted musicians alive, you remind me of some of my favourite shredders on guitar and bass, yet you are on a different plane all together. You are INCREDIBLE and thank you for gracing us with such incredibly, mind opening music. Much love from the Canadian East Coast.
I have loved fretless bass for a while after it appeared on a few of my favourite records, but I have to say, this is my favourite piece of bass playing in general. Wonderful to just sit back and think about stuff to, while also appreciating the musicianship and beauty. Thank you for uploading and playing :)
thank you so much for listening and writing my friend! ( and yeah, the stuff certainly needs some EQ/Remix/Mastering...mixing on headphones, while considerate of my NYC neighbors...isn't the best way...) ; )
This video turns me into a mouth-breather. How can something be so captivating and invigorating, yet so soothing and beautiful at the same time? Stunning piece of work.
You, Sir...are something else altogether....have these incredible harmonics been injected into you?....they seem effortless. Have seen a lot of gimmicks before...but you? you don't play with gimmicks....that's simply plain great authentic bass playing....thank you so much
I watch this video seemingly once a month since I found it a few years back. It gives me the drive to keep on playing. So much feeling in this work of art. This is my kind of bass playing. I’m not as good as this performance, but if anyone cares to check out a similar track I wrote a crappy little part of a song about 6 years ago on a 7 string Antoniotsai bass I used to have. It’s called Melody Of The Stargazer and you can find it on RUclips. I apologize I am not trying to steer listeners away. You will continue to get views. I watch this video a lot. And I show it to everyone who will listen.
Eric, thanks for giving me the strength to continue seeking perfection in my musical compositions, I have a humble 6-string Ibanez bass (the cheapest one) I'm from Chile (South America) and I'm practicing hard to be a good bass player, and sometimes I lack inspiration to succeed, and watching your video gave me that inspiration, take it to another level musical interpretation, thank you very much, greetings and congratulations!
i stumbled on this video today and just can't stop listening! this is so brilliant....it's like it teases my brain and won't let go! On top of all that, this is exactly the type of melody and more importantly atmosphere i would like to create, but don't have the skill...it's like you were in my brain when you created this! Thank you for this!
Really really thank you Mr. Eric Czar (ironic but really happy). After twenty years I've decided to dig out my old Bass from the basement :) Thank you for your music BTW. Cheers.
Such a BEAUTIFUL and SPIRITUAL song, Eric!! This piece has been playing in my mind literally the last three days!! Such a stunning song…I SO LOVE IT!!!!
So brilliant Eric. ...You are an explorer and pioneer. You were one of the greatest 'band' bassists - but I think that bands held you back from what you were meant to do - which is to inspire a generation to think beyond former boundaries like Hendrix did.
We need more of this, Eric! 24 hours would be great. I heard this for the first time only yesterday and it now has a place among my favorite pieces of all time. Truly exceptional.
Mr. Czar, you have an incredible musicality... technique and flow !!!! I just dicovered you and you made a big impression. Keep on touching people ! Thanx for sharing. If you need some Mastering services I would be glad to help !
Eric, embarked upon reading your story and history developing as a musician. Funny, I see no less of a story (at least my interpretation), perhaps reflective of your plight, with this composition. With such a talent for bringing out an actual harmony between the haunting (minor key) melodies with the beautiful dorian major melodies - I'm in awe. These are some of the melodies I've had in my head for years, but never technicallly proficient enough to express them. Thank you for this inspiration!
Wow! I closed my eyes while listening to this and it took me to a walk into a deep forest on a cloudy day...That's what i felt. I certainly enjoyed your work. Congrats my friend
Been some time since I last listened to your music, Mr. Czar, but I'm glad I'm getting to listen to your tunes again. This is one of the styles of solo bass that have me inspired to work on buying a good bass. Cheers
Amazing. You created this real intense, yet soothing, atmosphere with this one...all I could do was close my eyes and take in the sound. Very powerful and well done.
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After 10 years of hearing it for the first time, here I am again. Just incredible
This guy is such a monster player.
He doesnt have to rely on slap licks at a million miles an hour to impress people. He is making beautiful captivating sounds that are original and interesting. I wish so many more players worried less about how many notes they play and focused more on the importance of the notes they do play
thank you again everyone for watching and writing!
I am looking into 7 string bass pickups and I was wondering if you could tell me what pickups you have installed in this bass here?
+Shane Hunt-Dusse I don't know for sure but I would imagine they are Delano or Bartolini.
+Eric Czar hELLO! U wrote here " FRETLESS". wHY do we see THE FRETS on the bass? lol
those are just lines. There are no protruding metal frets on his bass
Tyler Barnes
I see. Ty. But look like FRETS from distance
I always visit this song from time to time. Killer, killer vibe!
Haunting. Anybody who thinks bass is a background instrument... in the right hands, it's the whole freaking orchestra!
It's times like these that I realize how wonderful it is to live in a day and age where we have something like RUclips. A gateway we can walk through to gain access to other great musicians on the planet doing incredible things aside from the big names that are flashed on TV and such. This was absolutely amazing, and thank you so much for sharing.
WOW, I love the sound of the fretless, great playing Eric Czar!
(Hey Rick Jr, funny seeing you here bud)
I come from the future it’s not very good anymore…..
💀😎🥕☠️🪐🌙👀🍕😜🎷✌️☃️🧙♀️🍄🌙🪐☯️
I suddenly wanted to hear 7-string fretless bass. And here we are. Amazing.
I play fretless 6-string bass. This struck me as NO showing off - just moving music. Thanks, Eric. Very cool.
it's tunes like this that make me think "this is why the bass was invented "
Thankyou Eric. you do more than you realise
Time passes, but still I come back here to listen and feel this. Can’t be described in words. The ultimate experience for all us lovers of the low frequencies
Yep quality is not quantity. He took a break but he has some great work.
this is a prime example of why lyrics are not vital for true inspiration. a musical genius, and i am truly moved. keep on keepin on
Eric,
You play the the most unique, creative ethereal music, like no one else. I've played bass for 40 years, and I'm just Awed by your music. Absolutely Amazing. Indeed it is beautiful and chilling.
Nearly ten years since this appeared on RUclips and it hasn't been bettered. Superb playing, wonderful composition, terrific tone. Way back in the 70s I tried to use my bass to solo and was always looking for the other strings.
I come here from time to time to hear this beautiful piece again, amazing.
8 years and this still blows my mind, amazing stuff.
I love it. It's transient, it's soft, it's beautiful!
Transient and transcendent. Absolute masterpiece.
Eric, you are possibly one of the most gifted musicians alive, you remind me of some of my favourite shredders on guitar and bass, yet you are on a different plane all together. You are INCREDIBLE and thank you for gracing us with such incredibly, mind opening music.
Much love from the Canadian East Coast.
I have loved fretless bass for a while after it appeared on a few of my favourite records, but I have to say, this is my favourite piece of bass playing in general. Wonderful to just sit back and think about stuff to, while also appreciating the musicianship and beauty. Thank you for uploading and playing :)
Eric is the Matteo Mancusso of the bass guitar. Simply, beautifully amazing.
This has been my favorite solo bass piece for years..
This man Eric, Joe Bonamassa and Kenny Kreme ....Pure magic!
thank you so much for listening and writing my friend! ( and yeah, the stuff certainly needs some EQ/Remix/Mastering...mixing on headphones, while considerate of my NYC neighbors...isn't the best way...) ; )
I dont know nothing of bass, nor am i into this kind of music, but this is just beautiful, it's so soothing and calm. you're aweesome!!
Thanks for listening and writing! It's a "Conklin GT7 FL" ( made this way, but a bit hard to find... ) I added an Audere 4 band active preamp...
talent, work, depth, mood - everything in this composition
2020 and I'm still impressed
Not sure what I'm more impressed by: the tune, your intonation or the action on that bass!
This video turns me into a mouth-breather. How can something be so captivating and invigorating, yet so soothing and beautiful at the same time? Stunning piece of work.
...one of the best bass solo songs ever written, period. Love it!
I’m humbled, amazed and envious all at once.
My mind had its hands full taking all this in.A Mind-Gazum ! Spectacular playing and sound.
a year later and I am still amazed.
You, Sir...are something else altogether....have these incredible harmonics been injected into you?....they seem effortless. Have seen a lot of gimmicks before...but you? you don't play with gimmicks....that's simply plain great authentic bass playing....thank you so much
I watch this video seemingly once a month since I found it a few years back. It gives me the drive to keep on playing. So much feeling in this work of art. This is my kind of bass playing. I’m not as good as this performance, but if anyone cares to check out a similar track I wrote a crappy little part of a song about 6 years ago on a 7 string Antoniotsai bass I used to have. It’s called Melody Of The Stargazer and you can find it on RUclips. I apologize I am not trying to steer listeners away. You will continue to get views. I watch this video a lot. And I show it to everyone who will listen.
One of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard. Brilliant played with sincerity and a unique skill
Eric, thanks for giving me the strength to continue seeking perfection in my musical compositions, I have a humble 6-string Ibanez bass (the cheapest one) I'm from Chile (South America) and I'm practicing hard to be a good bass player, and sometimes I lack inspiration to succeed, and watching your video gave me that inspiration, take it to another level musical interpretation, thank you very much, greetings and congratulations!
i stumbled on this video today and just can't stop listening! this is so brilliant....it's like it teases my brain and won't let go! On top of all that, this is exactly the type of melody and more importantly atmosphere i would like to create, but don't have the skill...it's like you were in my brain when you created this! Thank you for this!
I am soooooo awaiting the time when you finally put all these fabulous compositions together with an ensemble.
Really really thank you Mr. Eric Czar (ironic but really happy). After twenty years I've decided to dig out my old Bass from the basement :) Thank you for your music BTW. Cheers.
Saw this video the other day, cant get enough of it . Truly inspiring! Really had me break out my box and start reevaluate my bass playing.
I have been listening a lot of songs with you and Joe bonamassa but I would of rather watched you more then Joe. You are amazing
Such a BEAUTIFUL and SPIRITUAL song, Eric!! This piece has been playing in my mind literally the last three days!! Such a stunning song…I SO LOVE IT!!!!
Those harmonics are just beautiful.
This is epic. Its like going through a musical adventure of bass guitar. Amazing work. Please, do make more!
Thats absolutely beautiful I have been into solo bass playing for a while, watching this makes me really want to explore a 6 or 7 string bass.
Your use of harmonics and fretless sliding is haunting. Monstrous playing here, man. You’re incredible
There's some rubbish players piddling about with 7 string basses on RUclips. Glad to find somebody who knows how to play one at last. Great stuff.
So brilliant Eric. ...You are an explorer and pioneer. You were one of the greatest 'band' bassists - but I think that bands held you back from what you were meant to do - which is to inspire a generation to think beyond former boundaries like Hendrix did.
This is my all time favorite solo bass composition. Fantastic
I love your work with one instrument and no effects the most
I have just come across this video, to a complete surprise! This is an epic piece of music, and you sir, are now one of my idols on the bass.
The most melodic song thing that i have heard in quite a while. Thanks!
gosh, I can't stop listening to this work, it's a masterpiece.
Incredible performance and a great tune. No words. Simply awesome!
I can't stop listening to this one. Awsome!
We need more of this, Eric! 24 hours would be great. I heard this for the first time only yesterday and it now has a place among my favorite pieces of all time. Truly exceptional.
Amazing!!!
Very nice track.
A theme ,to dream about, a bit sad, but so warm and cosey, at the same time.
The cort bass sounds superb.
Beautifil peace that It transmits, and elevates to meditation.
An exquisite performance.
Congratulations...!!
Greetings from Argentina. 🇦🇷
IT CAN'T BE BETTER AT MY EARS. ONE OF BEST FRETTLESS SOLO IVE EVER HEARD. GREAT SONG GREAT PLAYER. THUMB UP TABS PLEAZE HAHAHA ;) I WANNA PLAY THAT :)
Superlative. Masterfully conceived and executed.
every prog band needs this guy
Mr. Czar, you have an incredible musicality... technique and flow !!!! I just dicovered you and you made a big impression. Keep on touching people ! Thanx for sharing. If you need some Mastering services I would be glad to help !
Wow!!!! Great sound. This why I play the bass. Thank you for sharing!
Eric, embarked upon reading your story and history developing as a musician. Funny, I see no less of a story (at least my interpretation), perhaps reflective of your plight, with this composition. With such a talent for bringing out an actual harmony between the haunting (minor key) melodies with the beautiful dorian major melodies - I'm in awe. These are some of the melodies I've had in my head for years, but never technicallly proficient enough to express them. Thank you for this inspiration!
Mister Czar, respect! Incredible! Bravo!!!
It always makes me happy seeing a new video uploaded by you appear on my subscription page. Keep up the good work!
BEAUTIFUL! That's all I can muster... after few shots. My soul relaxes.
Simply amazing. It's not simply wonderful, it's absolutely wonderful!
Wow! I closed my eyes while listening to this and it took me to a walk into a deep forest on a cloudy day...That's what i felt. I certainly enjoyed your work. Congrats my friend
This has to be one of the coolest videos I've seen yet
First noticed Eric with JB. Masterful. Mind -BOOM- blown!
Michael Manring, Eric Czar, Jeff Schmidt. Now that is a show I'm waiting for...!
So incredible! Beautiful, haunting and much more
thank you so much for watching!
This is the most beautiful thing i've seen in a while.
Awesome! just out of this world! Eric's music is always refreshing and beautiful. Genius!
Always great music, Eric...
This is a marvelous piece. Beautiful playing!!! Thank you eric
Utterly incredible, sound and touch are just sublime! Many thanks
You had me from the chimes and then adding those rescinding bass notes at the same time.
You got skills
incredible tone ur great sir those harmonics r simply beautiful
You Sir Are A talented Beast!! You made me buy a Conklin 7 string!!! Thank you!
Been some time since I last listened to your music, Mr. Czar, but I'm glad I'm getting to listen to your tunes again. This is one of the styles of solo bass that have me inspired to work on buying a good bass. Cheers
Kicking out this stuff for free .. dude you must be crazy!
Amazing. You created this real intense, yet soothing, atmosphere with this one...all I could do was close my eyes and take in the sound. Very powerful and well done.
This line is simply amazing!
God, how he makes those natural harmonics look so easy!
That's a masterpiece. Chapeau bas!
Wow. Absolutely brilliant playing!
Love the explosion of feeling at the end, very cool effects and great atmosphere
Great theme! Loved the song & playing.
Beautiful composition!
Truely moving Eric & inspiring...
Keep up the great work..
Chillingly beautiful, well done, sir!
Wow, nice frettless tone! great performance
I just found about you from Joe Bonamassa videos. Just want you to know that you've got another fan!! Your the man!!!
Beaútuful played as always Eric
Thanks everyone for watching, and writing, already working on the next one!
This song is so calming
This is nothing short of amazing.
this is truely beautiful!!! very inspirational.
Incredible performance. Just awesome!