Soul Fingers

(Bass). As the legendary bassist for the famous Stax-Volt studios in Memphis, and as one of the most influential bass players in the history of American music, Donald "Duck" Dunn (1941-2012) laid down the booty-shaking foundations to countless soul, R&B, blues, and rock recordings throughout the 1960s and '70s, providing the essential grooves for generations of listeners. Duck worked with some of the biggest artists, musicians, and songwriters of the day, including Booker T. & the MGs, Otis Redding, Sam & Dave, Wilson Pickett, Eddie Floyd, Elvis Presley, Isaac Hayes, and many more. And later, as a member of John Belushi and Dan Aykroyd's riotous Blues Brothers, Duck helped revitalize these genres via his epic bass lines and role in the hit movie. But his unparalleled 50-year career was just getting started. He went on to record and perform with the likes of Eric Clapton, Neil Young, Tom Petty, Stevie Nicks, CSNY, Bob Dylan, Jimmy Buffett, and many more, until his passing in 2012. Now, in this exclusive, one-of-a-kind book, Duck's life and music are presented in full detail, with rare photos, stories, over an hour of audio demonstrations and play-alongs, gear info, and authentic, note-for-note transcriptions of nearly 60 iconic bass lines. Written by bassist and researcher Nick Rosaci, with help from Duck's family, friends, and music compatriots, this book presents a piece of history that documents not only the triumphs and tragedies of Duck's amazing life, but also uncovers the magic behind the "soul fingers" that plucked a thousand timeless grooves.

(Bass). He was the backbone the nerve center of entertainers including Otis Redding, Booker T, Sam and Dave, Eric Clapton, the Blues Brothers, and countless others. His bass playing has influenced thousands of bassists. Donald "Duck" Dunn's exciting life and deep pocket bass grooves are explored in interviews from his friends, family, and colleagues; plus, over fifty transcribed bass parts, rarely seen photographs, and over an hour of recorded demonstrations. Songs include: I Can't Turn You Loose Respect 634-5789 Knock on Wood Dock of the Bay Ain't No Sunshine Key to the Highway Hometown Blues She Caught the Katy Stop Draggin' My Heart Around Stand and Be Counted * and many more transcribed bass parts.

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