Geddy Lee's Big Beautiful Book of Bass

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A treasure trove for any fan of the four-stringed (and occasionally more) instrument. Billboard "Its not surprising that sooner or later Id dive down the proverbial rabbit hole into the world of vintage bass guitars."Geddy Lee From Rush frontman Geddy Lees personal collection of vintage electric bass guitars dating from the 1950s to the 1980s comes the definitive volume on the subject. Geddys love of the bass has been nurtured over a lifetime spent in the limelight as one of the worlds premier rock bassists. For the past seven years hes dedicated himself to studying the history of the instrument thats been so essential to his career collecting hundreds of basses from around the globe. Written with arts journalist Daniel Richler gorgeously photographed in breathtaking detail by Richard Sibbald and with insight from Geddys trusted bass tech and curator John "Skully" McIntosh Geddy Lees Big Beautiful Book of Bass profiles over 250 classic basses from Geddys extensive collection. Representing every tone in the bass palette every nuance of the rock and roll genre as well as blues jazz pop and country this one-of-a-kind collection features so-called "beauty queens"pristine instruments never lifted from their casesas well as "road warriors"well-worn sweat-soaked basses that proudly show their age and use. Complete with personal commentary from Geddy that showcases his knowledge both as a musician and an aficionado this luxuriously produced volume is a revelatory look at the heavy hitters in the world of bassFender Gibson/Epiphone Rickenbacker Hfner Ampegand lesser known but influential global luthiers such as Antonio Wandr Pioli Dan Armstrong and Tony Zemaitis. The book also features interviews with John Paul Jones (Led Zeppelin); Adam Clayton (U2); Robert Trujillo (Metallica); Jeff Tweedy (Wilco); Bill Wyman (The Rolling Stones); Les Claypool (Primus); Bob Daisley (Rainbow); Fender expert and owner of the legendary Gibson Explorer Bass Ken Collins; veteran guitar tech for The Who Alan Rogan; plus comments from many other great players across three decades of rock and roll. Written in Geddys singular voice this book reveals the stories songs and history behind the instruments of his inimitable collection. Complete with an index and a graphically designed timeline of the history of the bass as well as an up-close look at Geddys basses on Rushs final R40 Tour his stage and recording gear from 1968 to 2017 and forewords by author and respected vintage expert Terry Foster and Rush band member Alex Lifeson Geddy Lees Big Beautiful Book of Bass is the ultimate compendium for the consummate collector musician Rush fan and anyone who loves the bass guitar. This one-of-a-kind book of music photography offers a backstage pass to the world of rock and roll history: A Legendary Bass Guitar Collection: Explore over 250 vintage basses from Geddy Lees personal archives from pristine beauty queens to battle-scarred road warriors. Exclusive Interviews with Musicians: Go behind the music with insights from icons like John Paul Jones of Led Zeppelin U2s Adam Clayton Robert Trujillo of Metallica and Les Claypool of Primus. Stunning Music Photography: Get up close with breathtaking full-color photographs of each instrument capturing every detail in a lavishly produced coffee table book. The Stories Behind the Sound: Trace the history of the instrument and discover the stories songs and gear behind Geddys inimitable career with Rush.