MusicGene Simmons, from Kiss, says he ‘can’t remember anything Flea plays’In addition to Flea, the iconic bassist of the Red Hot Chili Peppers, Gene Simmons mentioned other musicians who would not have a memorable sound, such as John McLaughlinho today at 10:10

Legendary bassist, vocalist and founder of the hard rock band Kiss, Gene Simmons gave his opinion on another great bass name: Fleafrom Red Hot Chili Pepperswho doesn’t have a “memorable” style, in the rock legend’s opinion.

During an interview with Guitar World, Simmons talked about the different styles that a bass player can adopt in their career. “I don’t consider myself – and have never been interested in becoming – a bass virtuoso. I don’t like musical exhibitions,” he stated. “I’m much more attracted to things that are memorable. For me, it’s part of the joy of music.”

You can be a jazz musician and be respected by musicians, but the rest of the world doesn’t care. Let’s play a game: name a jazz musician that means something.

Then, the singer mentioned John McLaughlinBritish jazz guitarist: “He’s a great musician. But here’s a question: can you hum any melody he’s ever played solo? Of course not. With all due respect, but this song tries to show how well you play – but I don’t mind that. The hardest thing to do is write a good song or simple riff.

Right away, Gene Simmons He talked about other artists who, for him, fit this description. “There are a lot of amazing bass players, like Jaco Pastorius and the jazz guys. Or guys like Fleagreat on the instrument, but I don’t remember anything he plays – and I also don’t like the sound of a bass made by slap,” he said.

The hardest thing to do is know which notes to put in a solo and which notes not to put in a solo. Sometimes if it’s shockingly simple and barely moves but I can hum, that’s what matters because it’s memorable.