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What approach to bass playing helped make Jamerson’s style unique?

  • Polyrhythmic Approach

  • One-Note Approach

  • Chromatic Approach

  • Open-String Approach

Answer

The chromatic approach characterized Jamerson's distinctive bass style. Instead of outlining chords with standard root notes, scales, and arpeggios, Jamerson incorporated chromatic notes, creating a fluid, melodic bassline that interwoven with the other instruments, adding depth and complexity to the music. This technique is often referred to as the "Jamerson lick."
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