Bob Babbitt
Bass player for Motown recordings
Born
November 26th, 1937
87 years ago
Died
2012
13 years ago — 75 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent bass player contributed significantly to the Motown sound during the 1960s and 1970s. Worked with artists such as Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, and The Temptations. Babbitt's bass lines shaped numerous classic tracks and defined an era of music. In addition to studio work, participated in live performances and collaborated with various prominent musicians throughout a lengthy career.
Played bass on Marvin Gaye's 'What's Going On'
Contributed to The Temptations' 'Cloud Nine'
Worked with Stevie Wonder on several albums
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