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Marcus Miller Working on New Album

Marcus Miller Working on New Album

It appears Marcus Miller is in the studio working on his new album, according to his Facebook page. Though details are still slim, the iconic bassist announced a few artists that he’s working with. “Working on my new album,” he posted. “In the studio with Sean Jones, Federico Gonzalez Pena, Adam Rogers, Alex Han and Louis Cato. Time to make...

Jason Newsted Reunites with Metallica for 30th Anniversary Celebration

Jason Newsted Reunites with Metallica for 30th Anniversary Celebration

During the first night of their 30th Anniversary concerts last week, Metallica brought Jason Newsted back for a special guest appearance. Newsted, who left the band in 2001, was introduced by singer James Hetfield as “someone who lived with us, and toured with us and did stuff with us for 14 years.” The band then kicked into “Harvester of Sorrow,”...

Shonna Tucker Parts Ways With Drive-By Truckers

Shonna Tucker Parts Ways With Drive-By Truckers

After eight years with the band, bassist Shonna Tucker has left the Drive-By Truckers. The split, which appears to be amicable, was announced by Tucker on the group’s website. “It’s time for me to move on to the next great thing, whatever that may be,” Tucker wrote. “I want to thank each and everyone of you, with my whole heart...

Catherine Popper Leaves Grace Potter and the Nocturnals

Catherine Popper Leaves Grace Potter and the Nocturnals

Catherine Popper has parted ways with the folk/blues rock-tinged group Grace Potter and the Nocturnals. Popper, who joined the group in 2009, made the announcement on her Facebook page. “Hey everybody for the past two and a half years, [Grace Potter and the Nocturnals] has been my family away from my family. We’ve all grown so much together. So it’s...

Chuck Rainey Recovering After Stroke

Chuck Rainey Recovering After Stroke

After suffering a major stroke on Friday November 4th, bass legend Chuck Rainey is expected to have a full recovery, according to his wife Susan. “Thank U Dear Friends for all the prayers and healing Light,” Mrs. Rainey posted on Facebook. “Chuck had a stroke Friday night but the prognosis is good for a full recovery. Please keep him in...

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Freekbass Releases “50 Freekbass Licks You Must Know” Instructional Video

Freekbass Releases “50 Freekbass Licks You Must Know” Instructional Video

Freekbass has released a new instructional video with a whopping 273 minutes of lessons. 50 Freekbass Licks You Must Know includes jam tracks, text commentary, tab and notation as well as power tab files. Aimed at intermediate students, the licks are designed to teach new techniques as well as build upon common ones. Freekbass also gives you tips on how...

Former Tool Bassist Paul D’Amour Debuts New Band, Preview Track

Former Tool Bassist Paul D’Amour Debuts New Band, Preview Track

Original Tool bassist Paul D’Amour has unveiled a new track from his latest project, Feersum Ennjin. Though the band has been around in some form since 2005, their debut self-titled album is due out November 22nd. It will mark the first hard rock release for the bassist since he left Tool in 1995, as he pursued a career in TV...

Rex Brown Plans Pantera-Era Memoir

Rex Brown Plans Pantera-Era Memoir

Rex Brown has a book deal, and is working on his memoir. The former Pantera bassist follows former Pantera frontman Phil Anselmo, who is working on his own autobiography. Brown’s autobiography, Official Truth, 101 Proof: The Inside Story of Pantera, described as “starkly honest and revealing”, will offer a look into the bassist’s time with Pantera, from their rise to...

Tal Wilkenfeld Working on New Album

Tal Wilkenfeld Working on New Album

After a somewhat quiet period, Tal Wilkenfeld has announced she’s working on a new album with special guests to include Jackson Browne, ex-Journey vocalist Steve Perry, and Mike Elizondo. Wilkenfeld, who raised eyebrows while laying down the low end with Jeff Beck, says she’ll also be displaying her vocal talents on the record. “When I first started I was singing,”...

Josh Newton Parts Ways With Every Time I Die

Josh Newton Parts Ways With Every Time I Die

Bassist Josh Newton is no longer a member of Every Time I Die according to his Twitter account as he wrote, “Thanks to all the @everytimeidie dudes and all who cared. ‘twas fun. ch-ch-ch-changes…” A similar statement was made by the band, which just wrapped up an overseas tour. The parting was amicable as Newton added, “Just to reiterate: all...

Duff McKagan Releases Memoir, Announces Book Signing Tour

Duff McKagan Releases Memoir, Announces Book Signing Tour

Duff McKagan has chronicled his life and incredible career in his new memoir, It’s So Easy: And Other Lies, available now. The ex-Guns N’ Roses and Velvet Revolver bassist, who recently launched a wealth management firm, tells of his big break, struggles with alcohol and drug addiction, and return to sobriety into the present. “This is just my story,” the...

Meshell Ndegeocello Announces New Album, Free Track

Meshell Ndegeocello Announces New Album, Free Track

Meshell Ndegeocello has announced that she will be dropping her ninth studio album on November 8th on Naïve Records. Weather will be the follow up to the bassist/songwriter’s 2009 album Devil’s Halo. A preview track called “Dirty World” is available for streaming and download. Recorded in Los Angeles, the album was produced by Joe Henry and features special guests Chris...