All Wrong / Whisper

All right!! This is one of the best bass intros I've ever heard. Mark Sandman is a genius. This live performance is amazing. The bass on Whisper is also great, so enjoy it as a bonus.

Song: All Wrong / Whisper
Artist / Band: Morphine
Album: Cure For Pain / Yes
Bass: Mark Sandman
Year: 1993 / 1995

All Wrong and Whisper bass tabs (external links)

Early To Bed

Since we've had lots of melodic lines, here's a very simple one: a single note throughout the whole song. It's all in the rhythm.

Only a genius like Mark Sandman could pull that off and make it work so beautifully.

Song: Early To Bed
Artist / Band: Morphine
Album: Like Swimming
Bass: Mark Sandman
Year: 1997

French Fries w/ Pepper

In my opinion, Mark Sandman was one of the greatest bassists of all time. His inventiveness (ever heard of lo-rock?) can be heard on the basslines he has created with his unique playing style. You don't get to hear a 2-string slide bass very often, do you?

"French Fries w/ Pepper" is not Morphine's greatest hit, but certainly is a nice introduction to his work and style.

Song: French Fries w/ Pepper
Artist / Band: Morphine
Album: Like Swimming
Bass: Mark Sandman
Year: 1997

Bass tab (external link)