"The Art of Slap Bass"

...From a friend and instructor of mine.

This is a really great thing that he's got going, read the intro and check out the site.

You won't be disappointed... "Jack Spade"

by "Djordje Stijepovic"

-THE ART OF SLAP BASS-

In past few years, interest in slap technique for the double bass has been increasing exponentially. Unfortunately, it continues to be very difficult to find information about it.

While researching for my upcoming book about slap bass, I had a chance to meet and interview some of the greatest living bassists. The majority of these players rarely (or never) get media attention. It's a shame that throughout history, so many amazing musicians only become recognized posthumously. In my opinion, recognizing contemporary efforts is an important part of progress.

My intention is not to be a journalist of any kind. I'm primarily a bass player who wants to promote slap technique and to illustrate how slap can be used in any genre of music. The Art of Slap Bass is for everyone; not only jazz, classical, rock'n'roll and world music bassists, but also for people who share a passion for this beautiful instrument.

Hopefully, this website will be a useful source of information for bassists all over the world; a place where people interested in slap bass can connect with each other (see the forum). It should also help to promote some of today's finest slap bass players. I'll post their interviews on this website and feature their videos on the youtube channel, so please subscribe to it here.

I hope this website will grow over time and that it will encourage others to share their knowledge about slap bass.

Enjoy!

Sincerely,

Djordje Stijepovic

Here are some video's they've got on Youtube. . . "Jack Spade"

Thursday, Dec. 3rd @ the SF Eagle Tavern

Get ready to wear out your dancing shoes. Sick Wolf is performing @ the Eagle Tavern Thursday night along with Shake Well. The bands usually start around 9 p.m..

So far it's just us, Sick Wolf, and Shake Well on the bill, but, a third band will most likely be added on.

Shake Well, (pics above) are an awesome sounding rock band from BLACK RIVER FALLS, Wisconsin. This is a band that is guaranteed to grab your attention and force you to shake your booty. They are on Myspace, so if you would like to give 'em a listen to before just click HERE.

Warming the stage up for them is us, Sick Wolf. It is our first show with our new drummer "Buck Ettee" and we are all excited to tear it up for you.

Although Sick Wolf has played the Eagle Tavern before, this is the first time with the new line-up, and, in the opinion of Jack Spade. 'This is the best the band has ever been.'

So, come one, come all.

Dust off them dancin' shoes and have a ball.

For a measly 5 bucks you can experience a Thursday night like no other.

Let the bartenders Brian and Doug get you toasted, relax in the bars GIANT back patio which offers a nice fire pit to keep you warm, and rock out with us.