Archive for November 2023

The inimitable Bobby Vega has unleashed a new solo album called “What Cha Got,” which is something of a musical self-portrait. Teeming with masterful grooves, the album combines elements of many genres for a mix that Vega admits eschews simple categorization.

In this edition of “Wonder Women: Stories From the Women Who Play Bass,” we delve into the journey of Micki / Michael Steele, the accomplished bassist, singer, and songwriter most famously known for her tenure in The Bangles.

Yesterday, we shared the news of Charles Berthoud’s new Schecter signature bass. Here’s another video of Charles showcasing it, with an excellent performance of “Crash.”

It’s been 40 years since This Is Spinal Tap spoofed and celebrated the madness of rock and roll, and now director Rob Reiner has revealed a proper sequel is in the works.

Bass virtuoso and YouTube sensation Charles Berthoud has teamed up with Schecter for a new signature bass. The CB-4, which comes in right and left-handed versions, features an ash body, a flamed maple top, a walnut and padauk neck with carbon fiber reinforcements, and a rosewood fingerboard.

I love it when Ellen Alaverdyan records music with her dad, Hovak. This new one dropped recently, and is an incredible duet by the two.

After taking a break from the band earlier this year, Jimbo Hart has announced that he has officially left Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit. The bassist, who co-founded the group with the songwriter, made the announcement on X.

Flower Pedals has unveiled the Lupine Fuzz, which combines an analog octave up with a JFET fuzz into one compact pedal.

Richard Bona stopped at KNKX Public Radio in Seattle for a three-song performance with his trio. I loved the use of dynamics for this set!

After appearing on stages and albums for the world’s most famous artists, acclaimed bassist and producer Adam Blackstone released his debut solo album, “Legacy,” in 2022. Now he’s released his first Christmas album with “A Legacy Christmas.”

This week we’re checking out another beautiful instrument by Monkey Bassness. Bass No. 22 has a gorgeous “Red Dragon Blood” dye on its body.

Cory Wong dropped a cool behind-the-scenes look from The Fearless Flyers doing a soundcheck at Paradiso. Joe Dart’s bass comes through loud and clear!