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Rocking the Bass: Iconic Rock and Metal Bassists

Test your knowledge about the legendary bassists who have shaped the sound of rock and metal music.

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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Who is widely regarded as the 'Father of Modern Bass Playing'?

  1. Jaco Pastorius
  2. James Jamerson
  3. John Entwistle
  4. Geddy Lee
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which bassist is known for his iconic bassline in Led Zeppelin's 'Kashmir'?

  1. John Paul Jones
  2. Paul McCartney
  3. Geezer Butler
  4. Cliff Burton
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Who is the bassist for the heavy metal band Metallica?

  1. Robert Trujillo
  2. Jason Newsted
  3. Cliff Burton
  4. James Hetfield
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which bassist played with the Red Hot Chili Peppers from 1993 to 2004?

  1. Flea
  2. Anthony Kiedis
  3. John Frusciante
  4. Chad Smith
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Who is the bassist for the progressive rock band Rush?

  1. Geddy Lee
  2. Alex Lifeson
  3. Neil Peart
  4. John Rutsey
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which bassist is known for his intricate basslines and use of tapping technique?

  1. Billy Sheehan
  2. Victor Wooten
  3. Steve Harris
  4. Les Claypool
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Who is the bassist for the hard rock band AC/DC?

  1. Cliff Williams
  2. Angus Young
  3. Malcolm Young
  4. Brian Johnson
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which bassist is known for his melodic basslines and work with the band Yes?

  1. Chris Squire
  2. Jon Anderson
  3. Steve Howe
  4. Rick Wakeman
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Who is the bassist for the thrash metal band Slayer?

  1. Tom Araya
  2. Kerry King
  3. Jeff Hanneman
  4. Paul Bostaph
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which bassist is known for his work with the band Black Sabbath?

  1. Geezer Butler
  2. Tony Iommi
  3. Ozzy Osbourne
  4. Bill Ward
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Who is the bassist for the alternative rock band Radiohead?

  1. Colin Greenwood
  2. Thom Yorke
  3. Jonny Greenwood
  4. Ed O'Brien
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which bassist is known for his work with the band Tool?

  1. Justin Chancellor
  2. Maynard James Keenan
  3. Adam Jones
  4. Danny Carey
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Who is the bassist for the grunge band Nirvana?

  1. Krist Novoselic
  2. Kurt Cobain
  3. Dave Grohl
  4. Pat Smear
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Which bassist is known for his work with the band Primus?

  1. Les Claypool
  2. Larry LaLonde
  3. Bryan Mantia
  4. Tim Alexander
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Who is the bassist for the heavy metal band Iron Maiden?

  1. Steve Harris
  2. Bruce Dickinson
  3. Dave Murray
  4. Adrian Smith
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