Mr. Big Bassist Billy Sheehan Explains Why He Feels Paul McCartney Is “Probably the

Billy Sheehan is widely considered one of the premiere rock bassists, with a resume that includes being an original member of Mr. Big, The Winery Dogs, and David Lee Roth’s solo band.

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As talented a bassist as Sheehan is, for him, no one in the rock world surpasses Paul McCartney. Billy shared his respect for the iconic Beatle during a recent interview on The Mistress Carrie Podcast.

During their conversation, host Mistress Carrie asked Sheehan if he could name a song with what he’d consider the best bass line.

Sheehan’s initial response was the 1966 Yardbirds song “Lost Woman,” which featured Paul Samwell-Smith on bass. He then moved on to pour praise on McCartney’s playing.

“Almost anything McCartney did is just brilliant,” he declared. “Some people don’t get it. I think if [you] give me enough time, I’ll get them to get it.”

Sheehan continued, “I would be happy to explain to anyone why Paul McCartney is probably the greatest … really, just a really great, great player.”

The 71-year-old musician then drew positive comparisons between McCartney and lauded Motown session bassist James Jamerson.

Source: Matt Friedlander/americansongwriter.com

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