What is the best bass guitar brand for playing soul/hip-hop music?

I’d like to start playing Bass and I’[K-ON!] not sure What would be the best Guitar for what I am trying to achieve. I really enjoy the The Roots, Old soul Music (early 70′s) and newer band that emulate that old sould sound (Dap Kings, Amy Whinehouse, etc). As far as brand, type, price, and shape(?).

Thanks!