Scroll page down to read all reviews. The Complete Guide to Reggae and Jamaican Bass Styles, by Ed Friedland. Ed Friedland's long awaited Reggae Bass has hit the book stores. Sample bass lines are thoroughly rooted with background and technical info, and the history sections are very informative.
Styles covered include early ska, rock steady, reggae, dub, and dancehall.
The Mastery of Blues, Soul, and Funk styles, by Jerry Jemmott and Dave Rubin. In what seems to be a departure in the Bass Builders theme, legendary bass artist Jerry Jemmott is the focus of a retrospective that contains bio info, photos, and many transcribed bass lines. Jemmott himself narrates the book and CD, and offers a personal take on his music and experiences. A nice start would be separate books on Chuck Rainey, Carol Kaye, and Joe Osborn, among others. A Collection of Grooves and Styles For Bass Guitar, by Sean Malone.