The greatest bass players of all time

Geddy Lee - The front man of the iconic Canadian rock band Rush is one of the greatest bass players ever. His effortless style playing in odd time signatures is just incredible.

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Paul McCartney - The former Beatle needs no introduction. Paul McCartney is one of the most prolific songwriters, multi-instrumentalists, and, of course, bass players of all time. 

Sting - From 'Every Breath You Take' to 'Roxanne,' Sting's brilliant bass playing helped make The Police a hugely successful band.

Duff McKagan - From the urgency of 'It's So Easy' to the melodic intro to 'Sweet Child O' Mine,' Duff McKagan contributed to the sound of Guns N' Roses in a very unique way.

Kim Gordon - The bassist for the alternative pioneers Sonic Youth was one of the first female rock bass players to appear on the scene.

Kim Deal - Kim Deal was not just the girl from the Pixies. She was the woman behind some of the most iconic, yet beautifully simple, bass lines in alt rock. Oh, and she sang, too!

Tim Commerford - From Rage Against the Machine to Audioslave, Tim Commerford's bass playing is tight and a roaring driving force. He truly deserves a spot on this list.

Willie Dixon - Bluesman Willie Dixon worked with artists such as Howlin' Wolf, Muddy Waters, Chuck Berry, and Bo Diddley. Dixon is a huge influence for many bass players.

Pino Palladino - Pino Palladino is one the most prolific session bassists of all time. 

Thundercat - Stephen Lee Bruner, aka Thundercat, is one of the greatest contemporary bass players. 

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