The Most Important Person in the Band is…The Bass Player?

How many bass players does it take to change a light bulb? Just one, but the guitar player has to show him how to do it first.

For years, bassists have been the most unappreciated musicians in rock. However, a recent series of scientific indicates that bass players might actually be the most important member of the band.

According to the article 'Science Suggests Bassists Are For More Important Than Most People Realize', which was recently published by the website Mic.com, lower toned instruments dictate the way our brains perceive music. In other words, the better the bass line is, the more we'll like the song.

In addition to establishing a rhythmic feel, bass lines also help shape the harmony and melody of a song more than any other instrument. Another research study cited in the article found that music with more bass tends to entice feelings of power and drive among listeners.

Even though the bass player might not be the most flamboyant member of the band, they may ultimately be the most important.