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/    The following is the author's own interpretation of the song, to be    /
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                  IN FLAMES — ZOMBIE INC. (BASS)
                        From the Album COLONY
     Copyright 1999 NUCLEAR BLAST
                     Version 1.0 — DECEMBER 2001

Transcribed by: Christian Andolf

For Questions, Comments, Newest Version, or Corrections contact
Christian Andolf: at [email protected]

Check Out Death Warp, With More Transcriptions On It:
 http://www.sorrowsend.com/DeathWarp/

 .  — palm mute          /  — slide up to
   — slide down to      ~  — vibrato
 h  — hammer on          b  — bend
 p  — pull off            Suffixes for bend
                          ph — pinch harmonic
                           f — full bend    h — half bend
*  — see comment           r — release      t — tap bend
X  — percussion mute       ~ — vibrato bend
@  — slight palm mute     () — ghost note, sustained note

Tune Bass to C (C, F, A#, D#)

Intro (0:00)
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|——2~——————————5~————————|
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Verse I (0:23)
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Verse II (0:46)
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Verse I (0:57) x4
Verse II (1:19) x4

Chorus (1:43) (There's really some sort of bass solo here 
 but it's too difficult to hear so I play this instead)
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|——0~——————————3~————————| x3

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|——0~——————————3—33—5—55—5—5——|

Chorus Fill (2:06)
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|——3—33—5—55—5——0~——|

Guitar Solo (2:09)
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|—GUITAR—|
|—(REST)—|
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Small Fill (2:42)
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|—5—5—5—5—2—2—2—2—|
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(2:43) (Again, some form of bass solo here)
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(2:54)
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Guitar Part (3:06)
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|—GUITAR—|
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Small Fill (3:15)
Verse I (3:17) x4
Verse II (3:39) x4
Chorus (4:04) x? (?: Until fadeout)

Now, play the chorus a lot of times until it starts to fadeout. 
Yet, as always, you can come up with your own ending.


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About In Flames

In Flames is a Swedish melodic death metal band from Gothenburg, formed in 1990. Since the band's conception in 1993, they have released nine studio albums and one live DVD. As of 2008, In Flames has sold over 2 million records worldwide.

How to Read Bass Tabs

Bass tablature (tabs) is an easy way to learn songs without needing to read traditional sheet music. Here’s a quick guide to understanding the symbols and techniques commonly found in tabs:

1. The Basics

Strings and Frets:
Each line in a tab represents a string on your bass:
- The top line is the highest-pitched string (G on a 4-string bass).
- The bottom line is the lowest-pitched string (E on a 4-string bass).
Numbers on the lines indicate which fret to press. For example:
```
G|-------------------|
D|-------------------|
A|---3---------------|
E|-------------------|
            
```
This means you play the 3rd fret on the A string.

2. Common Techniques

Hammer-On (h):
Play the first note by picking it, then press down on a higher fret with another finger without picking again.
```
G|-------------------|
D|-------5h7---------|
            
```
Pull-Off (p):
Pluck a note and then "pull off" your finger to let a lower fret ring.
```
G|-------------------|
D|-------7p5---------|
            
```
Slide (/ or \):
Move your finger up (/) or down (\) the fretboard while maintaining pressure.
```
G|-------------------|
D|-------5/7---------|
            
```

3. Advanced Techniques

Bend (b): Push the string up or down to raise the pitch. Example: G|-------7b9---------|
Vibrato (~): Shake the string slightly after playing a note to create a vibrating sound. Example: G|-------7~----------|
Muted Notes (x): Rest your finger lightly on the string without pressing a fret and pluck for a percussive "click" sound.

4. Rhythm and Timing

Tabs don’t always indicate timing, so listen to the song while reading the tab. Wider spaces between numbers mean longer pauses, while closer numbers indicate quicker notes.

5. Slap and Pop

Slap (s): Strike the string with the side of your thumb for a percussive sound.
Pop (p): Pull the string away from the fretboard and let it snap back.

Practice Makes Perfect

Tabs are a great tool to learn songs, but mastering the techniques takes practice. Listen carefully to the original track and play along to lock in the rhythm. Don’t rush — smooth, accurate playing is more important than speed. Happy jamming! 🎸

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