slap bass
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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That’s how Larry Graham came up with slap bass.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 30, 2026
With its distinctive slap bass and riotous laugh track, “Seinfeld” both captures a singular moment in 1990s Manhattan and transcends its era.
From Seattle Times ● Mar. 22, 2024
Though “Squeeze” may embrace genre signifiers like double kick drums and slap bass, it’s far from a typical metal album.
From New York Times ● Feb. 21, 2022
Side One kicks off with “Rock This Town,” driven by a slap bass line straight out of 1950s Memphis and a video that highlighted their distinctive look.
From Washington Post ● May 21, 2019
The show's use of comedy is certainly subtle, and shifting; this isn't a sitcom with a slap bass and a laughter track.
From The Guardian ● Feb. 8, 2011
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