Artist:Merle Haggard Bassist:Jerry Ward Free Download About the song: In "Mama Tried", Merle Haggard focuses on the pain and suffering he caused his own mother by being incarcerated in 1957 in San Quentin Haggard ultimately served three years on a robbery conviction. Jerry Ward plays a solid meat and potatoes bassline with some tasty variations. What a … Continue reading Mama Tried
Artist:Johnny Cash Bassist:Marshall Grant Free Download About the song: Ring of Fire was written by June Carter Cash and Merle Kilgore about Johnny Cash and Junes experience falling in love. It was originally recorded and released by Anita Carter in 1963. After hearing Anita's version, Cash claimed he had a dream where he heard the … Continue reading Ring Of Fire
Artist:Tammy Wynette Bassist:Bob Moore Free Download About the song: This is a classic and controversial Country hit from 1968 that features the talent of A Team studio session legend, Bob Moore. While mostly 'meat and potatoes' Double Bass playing, it does feature interesting unison lines, slash chords and a variety of runs. As is typical … Continue reading Stand By Your Man
