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Vocal bass is the art of vocal imitating instrumental Basslines. an artform most commonly found, in modern acapella music.

Early usage[edit] vocal bass began being used in the early 1900s by singers and musicians who couldn't afford instruments to simulate the sounds of a bass instruments. 50s doo-wop bands such as frankie valli The four Seasons, the platers, and the tokens, made the usage of vocal bass in acapella well known.

In modern acapella music[edit] vocal bass is often incorporated into acapella music, to provide the rhythm section for the group, by simulating the sounds of a bass guitar or contrabass. either on it's own or alongside Vocal percussion. after famous acapella groups such as Take 6, Five o-clock shadow, rockapella, The house jacks and other groups began to use it in their work it became a vital element of modern acapella music.

famous vocal bass artists=[edit]
 * Avi Kaplan (ofPentatonix)
 * Tim Foust (of Home free)
 * Alvin Chea (of Take 6)
 * Benni "human bass" chawes
 * Lawrence Redding
 * Al Jarreau
 * Bobby Mcferrin
 * Reggie Watts