performing Jamerson's lines to demonstrate his unique feel and phrasing. Biographical Detail

. Written by Dr. Licks (Allan Slutsky) and published in 1989, this book is the definitive resource for understanding Jamerson's revolutionary impact on the "Motown Sound". Cambridge University Press & Assessment Guide Overview & Key Content

To achieve the specific tone detailed in the guide, Jamerson famously used: 1962 Fender Precision Bass : Known as "The Funk Machine". La Bella Flatwound Strings : He used heavy-gauge (.052–.110) strings and famously never changed them