Use this simple bass line across rock, blues, funk — and more

Jon Liebman
August 7, 2025

Ever feel like you need to know a ton of theory to play confidently across different styles?

In this week’s lesson, I’ll show you how a simple four-note shape — one that stays consistent under your fingers — can form the foundation for grooves in soft rock, blues, funk, R&B, and even hard rock.

I’ll walk you through each variation and show you how this one shape feels great to play — and lets you focus on feel, not flash.

You don’t need to memorize a thousand licks. You just need to know how to stretch one good idea across decades of music.
Give it a try and see how far you can take it.

Watch the video, then leave a comment below with your takeaways.
Let’s play bass!
— Jon