The bass is one of the most crucial components in a song. It's the irreplaceable link between the harmony of the chords and the rhythm of the music. Bass riffs have been immortalized by four-string geniuses like Cliff Burton, Geddy Lee, Geezer Butler, Steve Harris, and many others that we've listed in this week's Top 11.
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11. Ace Of Spades ( Motörhead ) – Lemmy
10. Elevate ( The Winery Dogs ) – Billy Sheehan
09. Ramble On ( Led Zeppelin ) – John Paul Jones
08. Come Together ( The Beatles ) – Paul McCartney
07. Take The Time ( Dream Theater ) – John Myung
06. Peace Sells ( Megadeth ) – Dave Ellefson
05. No More Tears ( Ozzy Osbourne ) – Bob Daisley
04. For Whom The Bell Tolls ( Metallica ) – Cliff Burton
03. Running Free ( Iron Maiden ) – Steve Harris
02. NIB ( Black Sabbath ) – Geezer Butler
01. YYZ ( Rush ) – Geddy Lee