Artist: Terrorvision
Song: Discotheque Wreck
Album: How to make friends and influecne people (track 4 I think)
Tabbed by: Ferretus
Date: 11th September 2001

Tuning: Standard 4 string

This is my first tab and I think it is a little off in places but on the whole is right. Any 
suggestions gratefully received.

Initial Intro
E: 0—00—3————0—00—3—0—5 0—00—3—0—00—3—5

Intro
E: 00—3—5——00—3—2—00—3—5—————————:|
A:————————————————————————0—2—4——:|

:| = Repeat

Verse start
E:0——3—5——0——3—2——0——3—5—————————:|
A: ———————————————————————0—2—4——:|
...bar, he's in your hair etc

Chorus build up
E: 00—3—5——00—3—2——00—3—5—————————00—3—5—00—3—2—00—3—5——————
A:—————————————————————————0—2—4————————————————————————0———
his collars turned up high...

Chorus
E:0——3—5——0——3—2—0——3—5—————————:|
A:———————————————————————0—2—4——:|
and we're moving...

E:0——3—5——0——3—2——0——3—5—————————:|
A:————————————————————————0—2—4——:|
He's in your sights...

Chorus build up
E: 00—3—5——0—3—2——0—3—5—————————00—3—5—00—3—2—00—3—5——————
A:———————————————————————0—2—4————————————————————————0———
his collars turned up high...

Chorus
E:0——3—5——0——3—2—0——3—5—————————:|
A:———————————————————————0—2—4——:|
and we're moving...

Mid
E:———————————————0—3454—0—3454—————————————————0——00————————
A:0—3454—0—3454—————————————————0—3454—0—3454—————————55555—
I can mash potato...

Chorus
E:0——3—5——0——3—2—0——3—5—————————:|
A:———————————————————————0—2—4——:|
and we're moving...

Chorus (higher)
E:
A:0——3—5——0——3—2——0——3—5—————————:|
D:————————————————————————0—3—5——:|

Outro
E:0—00—3—0—00—3—5——:|
A:—————————————————————:|
D:—————————————————————:|

About Terrorvision

Terrorvision are an English rock band. They were formed in 1987 (originally as The Spoilt Bratz) in Keighley, and initially disbanded in 2001. The band used Bradford as a base after the name change to Terrorvision, by which time the band members had left home and all moved there.

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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