Troy: you did say not note for note, but it's your feel and interpretation of each song you do is what keeps your fans like me coming back again and again. Great work.
Back in the 70s and 80s I never really gave Black Sabbath much thought. My main influences were Steve Harris and Geddy Lee but in the early 2000s I bought a Black Sabbath greatest hits and I was amazed at what I had missed. Geezer Butler is now on my list along with the other two.
I started with Kiss, moved quickly to Black Sabbath, and then straight to Rush, where I remained for quite some time. Geezer was definitely a trailblazer.
"Nativity In Black" A++ Troy (as usual). You are so smooth and your ad lib is so tasteful. Geezer was not only an phenomenal bass player but an incredible lyricist. Rudy Sarzo did a nice job on Ozzy's "Speak of the Devil".
When I was looking up some info on the song, I read that "NIB" was actually a reference to Bill Ward's beard which Geezer thought looked like the "nib" of a pen. "Nativity In Black" was just a legend, probably started by a big fan. Yeah, Sarzo, Aldridge, and Gillis all did a great job on that album, didn't they? Thanks and take care, Sam!
I love the way you put your “stank” all over that. I’ve messed with the way Geezer plays it over and over. What I get from this is a whole new approach on what you can do with this song. When your playing it with other musicians, you don’t hear the “original” part mocking you… you hear, “ Damn, that song is crazy hard, you nailed it!” Well played, now I have some new techniques to learn. You’re the best Fonzy!!!
Classic song and bass line, great job! Really loved that fill you did around 4:11. Very nice touch, it's always a nice treat when you throw in little flourishes like that when it calls for it.
Hey Troy, that was just as good as any other cover I've heard, if not better for your individual expression. This song is a favourite of mine and a work in progress. I did in one of my previous posts asked to do this one, so thank you. You continue to inspire.
Omg now I'm so freaked out in a really good way on this video because for #1 I've played regular guitar and mostly learned by ear or watch and learned but ever since I Was a young teen black Sabbath was hands down the creators of heavy metal and geezer Butler played with a style that I when I listen to "after forever" and of course "NIB" and just those 2 songs alone let me know without a doubt that's the sound and style I want to learn from because geezer just makes the songs sound so heavy just by knowing when to bang the cords really hard to also feed off of tonni and so I will be as a rookie with my first Ibanez bass and thank you sir for playing ..... One thing that I noticed with geezers bass is that he had it set to sound like a distorted like sound as if it was as loud as it would go to the point of that heavy distorted sound and so after the short freestyle intro if you are wearing earbuds or good headphones you can hear geezer suddenly turn up the volume all the way I assume to get whatever he could because that song was made to be loud and heavy tune and in 69 that album was definitely people hearing heavy metal for the first time 💯😫
Yes sir! New respect for that song and you always put it down. I always trust your interpretation and find I can count on you over most available bass tab.
This is actually Tom, Marvine's son. She asked me to post something, letting you know she's been feeling a bit "under the weather" since returning home from our mini "staycation". She enjoyed the trip but has pretty much been in bed, ever since getting home. I hope you had a great Halloween! Thanks for continuing to post such awesome videos! When my mom is feeling better, I'm sure she'll post as normal. :) Peace...
Hello Tom and thanks for reaching out. I'm so sorry to hear that Marvine isn't feeling well and Lynn and I both sincerely hope she makes a quick and full recovery. Please send her our best... and tell her that Lynn's birthday card arrived right on time and she was touched by it. It was very sweet and Lynn will be sending a thank you note shortly. Thanks for stepping in and keeping us informed. Tell your Mom that we are thinking about her and that we hope she feels better soon. I wish that you could get her on Facebook so that we could connect more and I'l love to put her in touch with my Mother, who is, I think, about the same age - 80. Thanks again, Tom and take care!
My first exposure to Sabbath was Masters of Reality. So heavy! I then gobbled up all their LP's and became a big fan of Geezer. Well done on this one Troy. Happy Halloween!
i i am back. I was so very sick these past few days. I'm glad Lynn got her card on time.. I have another item for her. I am so very glad God me through that terrible illness, Love, Marvine :-)
It's funny when you see and hear different takes of well known songs. You know, the takes that didn't make it to the album. There are always little or even major variations to the parts you know. Live versions are always different. I guess I'm saying there's no need for you or anyone to play exactly note for note what the original bassplayer did. Thanks Troy.
I usually try to play my the songs as closely to the way they were recorded as I can. I have my own reasons for doing this and don't fault anyone who plays things their own way. When I don't adhere to the recorded material, I'll go out of my way to let people know that.
Also since it's Halloween, in case you're not familiar (but you probably are) you might get a kick out of David Lindley & El-Rayo X covering Werewolves of London!
This is great. Any chance you listened to Rudy Sarzo's take on this song from the live Ozzy album "Speak of the Devil"? Your interpretation remind me of that version. EDIT: I watched the full video and saw you mentioned this version! Good to know my ears are working!
Man that bass sounds amazing and I thought you did absolutely awesome on the cover. Do you think the Geezer Butler version is better than the Rudy Sarzo version ?
I can understand that. My Mother gets herself into trouble sometimes by clicking on things she shouldn't. There are a lot of people out there who try to take advantage of people.
Black Sabbath has so many amazing basslines. Butler was a huge influence on my bass playing.
Same Here Dude
The Great and Mighty Geezer inspires legions.
Same.
Same
Troy: you did say not note for note, but it's your feel and interpretation of each song you do is what keeps your fans like me coming back again and again. Great work.
Yes Totally agree !!
Thank you, but I usually try my best to do my covers as closely to the way they were recorded as I can. Thanks again!
I used to lay on the floor, with my headphones on listening to this. Stoned of course 😊
I hear you!
Back in the 70s and 80s I never really gave Black Sabbath much thought. My main influences were Steve Harris and Geddy Lee but in the early 2000s I bought a Black Sabbath greatest hits and I was amazed at what I had missed. Geezer Butler is now on my list along with the other two.
I started with Kiss, moved quickly to Black Sabbath, and then straight to Rush, where I remained for quite some time. Geezer was definitely a trailblazer.
"Nativity In Black" A++ Troy (as usual). You are so smooth and your ad lib is so tasteful. Geezer was not only an phenomenal bass player but an incredible lyricist. Rudy Sarzo did a nice job on Ozzy's "Speak of the Devil".
When I was looking up some info on the song, I read that "NIB" was actually a reference to Bill Ward's beard which Geezer thought looked like the "nib" of a pen. "Nativity In Black" was just a legend, probably started by a big fan. Yeah, Sarzo, Aldridge, and Gillis all did a great job on that album, didn't they? Thanks and take care, Sam!
Amazing cover! Thanks. One of my favorite songs of all time.
Thanks a lot, I’m glad you liked it!
Sounds great Geezer Butler have good inspiration for the time, well done,,, Alain
Thank you Alain.
I love the way you put your “stank” all over that. I’ve messed with the way Geezer plays it over and over. What I get from this is a whole new approach on what you can do with this song. When your playing it with other musicians, you don’t hear the “original” part mocking you… you hear, “ Damn, that song is crazy hard, you nailed it!”
Well played, now I have some new techniques to learn. You’re the best Fonzy!!!
Thanks Tommy!
Classic song and bass line, great job! Really loved that fill you did around 4:11. Very nice touch, it's always a nice treat when you throw in little flourishes like that when it calls for it.
Thanks a lot!
Hey Troy, that was just as good as any other cover I've heard, if not better for your individual expression. This song is a favourite of mine and a work in progress. I did in one of my previous posts asked to do this one, so thank you. You continue to inspire.
Thanks a lot Shaun, I appreciate it.
Beautiful Spector bass
Thanks David.
love your Black Sabbath covers. making me want to pick up and learn the bass myself
Thank you Brandon. You should!
Morning Black Sabbath riff, thank you, can never get enough of Black Sabbath
I hope you liked it!
Keep it up man, you're a legend!
Hendrix didn't play sergeant pepper note for note either😉
I’ll try… You’re too kind. Thanks!
Such presence! The control! The feeling! Very nicely done!
Thank you very much!
Amazing, love Black Sabbath, Thanks again for the inspiration
Awesome, I’m glad you liked it!
Happy Halloween Troy! Always happy to see a Black Sabbath cover from you!
Thank you!
Marvelous, thanks Troy!
Thanks Sam!
You always make any song sound amazing, beautiful Spector too,. Sending hearts from Tennessee! 💕
Thank you so much Cindy!!
Great work. I feel like Geddy is being channeled through Geezer on this one.
Thanks a lot Michael!
Yes yes yes!!! This one is badass! 🤘🏻
Thanks!
Stellar playing Troy! Love your dynamics, tone, and that bass is gorgeous!!🤘🤘🤘
A true pleasure to watch and listen to!
Thank you very much!!
Omg now I'm so freaked out in a really good way on this video because for #1 I've played regular guitar and mostly learned by ear or watch and learned but ever since I
Was a young teen black Sabbath was hands down the creators of heavy metal and geezer Butler played with a style that I when I listen to "after forever" and of course "NIB" and just those 2 songs alone let me know without a doubt that's the sound and style I want to learn from because geezer just makes the songs sound so heavy just by knowing when to bang the cords really hard to also feed off of tonni and so I will be as a rookie with my first Ibanez bass and thank you sir for playing ..... One thing that I noticed with geezers bass is that he had it set to sound like a distorted like sound as if it was as loud as it would go to the point of that heavy distorted sound and so after the short freestyle intro if you are wearing earbuds or good headphones you can hear geezer suddenly turn up the volume all the way I assume to get whatever he could because that song was made to be loud and heavy tune and in 69 that album was definitely people hearing heavy metal for the first time 💯😫
Welcome Jerry and thanks for taking the time to leave such a great comment.
Yes sir! New respect for that song and you always put it down. I always trust your interpretation and find I can count on you over most available bass tab.
Thanks a lot Chris.
I like your rendition Troy… yes you have streamlined it! Very comprehensive and I want to learn it the way you played it! That works! Thank you!
Thanks Jack!
Rock da melhor qualidade! E o baixista também!!! Show
Muito obrigado!!!
Well done Troy, as usual ! Thank you for this video. ;-)
Thanks again Jonathan!
4:11 🤯 very nice👍Geezer's the man. You killed it as usual.
Thanks a lot!
Your bass skills are off the charts. I love your take on this. Very tasty !!
Very nice of you to say. Thanks so much!
Great job with a very unconventional piece. I always marvel at your sound.
Thank you very much William.
Nice job. Thanks..
Have a great day..!!
Thank you very much. You too!
Sweet man, cool to see this.
Thanks!
This is actually Tom, Marvine's son. She asked me to post something, letting you know she's been feeling a bit "under the weather" since returning home from our mini "staycation". She enjoyed the trip but has pretty much been in bed, ever since getting home. I hope you had a great Halloween! Thanks for continuing to post such awesome videos! When my mom is feeling better, I'm sure she'll post as normal. :) Peace...
Hello Tom and thanks for reaching out. I'm so sorry to hear that Marvine isn't feeling well and Lynn and I both sincerely hope she makes a quick and full recovery. Please send her our best... and tell her that Lynn's birthday card arrived right on time and she was touched by it. It was very sweet and Lynn will be sending a thank you note shortly. Thanks for stepping in and keeping us informed. Tell your Mom that we are thinking about her and that we hope she feels better soon. I wish that you could get her on Facebook so that we could connect more and I'l love to put her in touch with my Mother, who is, I think, about the same age - 80. Thanks again, Tom and take care!
C'mon Troy My Good Dude 🤘.
That was pretty sweet, As always.🎃 👹🤘
Thanks a lot!
Dang, Geezer. I was pleased with it.
Awesome, I’m glad you liked it.
So savory.
You sort of "Geddyized" it a bit lol. One of my wishes over the years was to hear Rush cover a Sabbath song, too.
That’s probably because I spent more time playing Rush than any other music in the course of my lifetime.
Terrific!
Thanks Kevin!
My first exposure to Sabbath was Masters of Reality. So heavy! I then gobbled up all their LP's and became a big fan of Geezer. Well done on this one Troy. Happy Halloween!
I went quickly from Kiss to Black Sabbath and then to Rush. Thank you very much! You too!
Awesome playing have a great weekend
Thank you.
You did Geezer proud.
Do you think so? Thanks Uncle Ted.
Haha awesome. Included “Bassically” too! You the man Troy. Happy Halloween 🎃
Thanks! Did I say that? You too!
Awesome playing and tone, Troy!
Thank you Joe.
Awesome🎸🎸🎸🎸🎸. You nailed it.
Thank you!
Troy sounds good you capture Gezzer sound very well
Troy think gezzer was using Wahwah pedal
Thank you Stephen… Yes, I believe he did use a Wah-wha pedal.
@@TJH3113 Troy you did a good job on Troy
GOOD JOB...
Thanks
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i am back. I was so very sick these past few days. I'm glad Lynn got her card on time.. I have another item for her. I am so very glad God me through that terrible illness, Love, Marvine :-)
Hi Marvine! I'm so glad that you are feeling better, we were worried about you. Take care of yourself and be well.
@@TJH3113 Thanks a million for you kind thoughts. i have something for lynn, Will mail it when Tom can. keep praaying for me. Love, marvine
When I saw this title I had an Ozzy moment… “OH, YEAH!” 😂
Ha ha!
Awesome Job Troy!
Thanks a lot!
Oh yeah!
Thanks!
SOUNDS REAL GOOD VERY NICE BASS
Thanks a lot Mark
Geezer would approve.
Do you think? Thanks a lot!
❤
Love Black Sab..& u play it to perfection...Happy Halloweekend Troy 🎃🕷🦇
Thanks Lisa! You too!
Hello my friend could you be able to play more than a feeling by boston.....thank you.
I’ll check it out. Thank you for the suggestion.
It was good!
Killer cover not sure if you did fairies wear boots but would love to you tackle that one if not.
Nevermind I see you already did it! Watching it now lol
Thanks! Glad you found it.
Nice !
You had the the feel and idea . No need to play it note for note , Thanks , I enjoyed this .
Thanks James!
It's funny when you see and hear different takes of well known songs. You know, the takes that didn't make it to the album. There are always little or even major variations to the parts you know. Live versions are always different. I guess I'm saying there's no need for you or anyone to play exactly note for note what the original bassplayer did. Thanks Troy.
I usually try to play my the songs as closely to the way they were recorded as I can. I have my own reasons for doing this and don't fault anyone who plays things their own way. When I don't adhere to the recorded material, I'll go out of my way to let people know that.
@@TJH3113 I appreciate it and you do a great job. Thanks.
Also since it's Halloween, in case you're not familiar (but you probably are) you might get a kick out of David Lindley & El-Rayo X covering Werewolves of London!
I’ll try and check it out. Thanks.
@@TJH3113 It's a fun one!
👍
Thanks
🤘
Thank you Joe
This is great. Any chance you listened to Rudy Sarzo's take on this song from the live Ozzy album "Speak of the Devil"? Your interpretation remind me of that version. EDIT: I watched the full video and saw you mentioned this version! Good to know my ears are working!
Awesome! Thanks for following up!
Yo Geezer! 👍👍👍
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Man that bass sounds amazing and I thought you did absolutely awesome on the cover. Do you think the Geezer Butler version is better than the Rudy Sarzo version ?
Thanks a lot. I can’t say which is better, of course Geezer wrote the part, so he owns it.
Have you played Stuck in the middle with you from stealers wheel on this channel? i couldn’t find any video’s, maybe for something in the future!
No, I haven't done that one, but I'll check it out.
G-E-E-Z-E-R-I-S-A-G-E-N-I-U-S
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Nice, like always
Thank you Jens.
4:09 !!
Haha… I forgot about that.
Dude,you should've worn the green Demon mask on the far left when you filmed this.
Ha ha… Maybe next time!
Any effects used on your end?
No effects, just a SansAmp YYZ paddle.
Great job Troy! That album mix isn't the best for the bass.
Thank you! Yeah, the mix is really dense, for lack of a better word.
Tom and Marvin are concerned about my being on face book. Explain it to them beause I would love to communicate with her. Thanks Marvine
I can understand that. My Mother gets herself into trouble sometimes by clicking on things she shouldn't. There are a lot of people out there who try to take advantage of people.
I can play all of this one just not that intro 😂 wish i could,. Maybe if i try another 100 times 🤣
The intro took forever to get down. Keep at it!
Ever think about getting a Cry Baby?
Nah, too much work.