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Silverchair — Young Modern Station bass tabs



(submitted by Alvarenga77)
The first tab I write, I think is 80 % Correct xD.

Intro

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Verse 1

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Stalled at young modern station
Arthritic conversation
Life has a deadline lately

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Allergic and in the news


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The clocks are ticking timless
Dead Dali days behind us
The band is back together

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Allergic and in the news

Chorus

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Does it make you cry
When I make you feel so far away
The interviews over
Stuck to the goal
To rescue my skin

Bridge

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Verso 2

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I need a different liquor
So sick of getting sicker
And I'm moving back to the country

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Allergic and in the news

Chorus 2

Does it make you cry
When I make you feel so far away
The interviews over
Stuck to the goal
To rescue my skin
You're so far away
The interviews over

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Outro

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He dreams of tracks and choices
I think I'm hearing voices

Solo

2x

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Chorus

Does it make you cry
When I make you feel so far away
The interviews over
Stuck to the goal
To rescue my skin
You're so far away
The interviews over

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Thank you
By Hario

Tablature player for this song:
Silverchair - Young Modern Station  Bass Tab

About Silverchair

Silverchair is an Australian alternative rock band. The band formed as Innocent Criminals in Newcastle, New South Wales, in 1992, with their current lineup of vocalist and guitarist Daniel Johns, bass guitarist Chris Joannou, and drummer Ben Gillies. Silverchair has been highly successful in the Australian recording industry, receiving the industry's flagship awards, the ARIA Awards, a record 21 times. The band has also received six APRA Awards.

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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