Paul McCartney (The Beatles: McCartney's melodic bass lines and innovative approach to songwriting helped shape The Beatles' sound.
Les Claypool (Primus: Known for his eccentric playing style and slap bass technique, Claypool's work with Primus helped popularize alternative rock.
John Paul Jones (Led Zeppelin: Jones' versatility as a multi-instrumentalist and his melodic bass lines contributed to Led Zeppelin's legendary rock sound.
John Entwistle (The Who: Known as "The Ox," Entwistle's intricate bass playing and thunderous sound were integral to The Who's dynamic rock sound.
John Deacon (Queen: Deacon's melodic bass lines and songwriting contributions were crucial to Queen's eclectic rock sound.
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Jack Bruce (Cream: Bruce's powerful bass playing and improvisational skills were central to Cream's blues-rock sound.
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Geezer Butler (Black Sabbath: Butler's heavy, doom-laden bass lines were instrumental in defining Black Sabbath's pioneering heavy metal sound.
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Geddy Lee (Rush: Lee's virtuosic bass playing, incorporating complex riffs and synthesizers, played a crucial role in defining Rush's progressive rock sound.
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Flea (Red Hot Chili Peppers: With his funk-influenced playing and energetic stage presence, Flea has become one of the most recognizable.
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Chris Squire (Yes: Squire's intricate bass lines, often played on a Rickenbacker, were a defining element of Yes' progressive rock sound.