In this clip I had to find the fine line between playing note by note and getting a natural feel. As a result there is some “ad-libbing” but I hope the feeling should compensate that :) “Looking Around” is one good example of how Chris Squire was inspired by elements of soul/R&B from the era: syncopated playing, incorporating octave leaps, yet adapting it to his own taste, picking style and that thunderous Rickenbacker timbre, resulting in a wonderful groove and great fun to play along. I hope you enjoy it like I did!
You can also view the remastered and expanded version :)
Bass: Rickenbacker 4001CS
Strings: Warwick Red Label (45-105, stainless steel)
Preamp: Sansamp Bass Driver DI (BDDI)
Signal path: Bass→BDDI→PC
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