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Somebody on the Bass Forum mentioned that he had seen a film clip of Sly & The Family Stone performing "Thank you falletinme be mice elf again" with Larry Graham on a Rick 4005. Now, Larry is universally credited with developing the "slap and pop" style, and that "Thank you . . . " is acknowledged to be the first recording of that style. Wouldn't it be interesting if the Rick 4005 was used to make that recording? Anybody out there who can help me track down this little tidbit of info? I'm working on a book on Rick basses, and if this thought happens to be the case, I think it would make an interesting addition to the book. And, of course, if there is anyone who can put me in touch with Larry Graham, I could ask him directly.

You might try contacting Bill Leigh at Bass Player, he should be able to put you in touch will Graham. One magazine editor to another should make it go easier.

Whoa, that IS interesting!

Any update on this? I seem to remember seeing a picture of him with the 4005 around here but I can't find it now.

Here's a link to the clip in question:

http://emkay.pwp.blueyonder.co.uk/thank_u.mpg

It's from a mimed TV appearance and it isn't complete...it would be interesting to know whether he actually recorded the track with the Ric.