The Nett Duo, featuring Charnett Moffett, Releases “Overtones”
The Nett Duo has released their debut recording, called “Overtones.” The duo, which consists of guitarist Jana Herzen and virtuoso bassist Charnett Moffett, put together a free-form program that blends jazz, rock, folk, and classical music.
Dumpstaphunk: “Water” Live (2013)
This version of Graham Central Station’s “Water” by Dumpstaphunk is stellar – AND it has two bassists. Nick Daniels and Tony Hall share Larry Graham’s bass line as they lead the band in this 2013 performance.
Anthony Wellington Announces Bassology at Sea 2019
Bassist and world-class educator Anthony Wellington has announced the second Bassology at Sea cruise, which will take place November 9th through the 16th.
Nick Schendzielos: Bass Playthrough of Havok’s “Hang ’Em High”
It’s been a while since we’ve gotten a new Nick Schendzielos video, but this is totally worth the wait. The bassist tears through Havok’s “Hang ‘Em High” in this playthrough video.
Bootsy Collins Announces Retirement from Live Bass Playing
William “Bootsy” Collins has been funking on stage for 50 years, but now his days of performing on bass seem to be over. The former Parliament-Funkadelic bassist shared that he will no longer be playing the bass live due to health issues.
Dezron Douglas Releases “Black Lion”
Bassist, composer and bandleader Dezron Douglas has released a six track EP entitled “Black Lion” with his ensemble of the same name. The bassist, who has worked with artists from Cyrus Chestnut to Pharaoh Sanders, says the album is straight from the heart.
Death By Audio Introduces the Total Annihilation 2 Pedal
Death By Audio was launched in 2002 with the concept for a single pedal: the Total Sonic Annihilation. Now they’ve revisited the feedback looper with the introduction of the Total Sonic Annihilation 2 pedal.
Bass of the Week: Franz Bassguitars Wega 5 “Behind the Scene”
Artist Torsten Russ used this Franz Bassguitars Wega 5 as his canvas as part of the company's Art Line. This bass, called the "Behind the Scene", features hand-painted designs and 18-carat gold leaf.
In Memoriam: Remembering the Bassists We Lost in 2018
The end of the year always brings a time of reflection. With the incredible new music and artists we’ve enjoyed, we’ve also lost some of the best bassists in the world. Join us as we remember the bassists we lost in 2018.
Lollar Pickups Introduces ’70s J-Bass Pickup Set
Lollar Pickups has expanded their line of bass pickups with a new ’70s J-Bass set. The new pickups are designed to replicate the sound of an original ’75 Jazz Bass, but they’re not exact replicas.
Reel Big Fish Returns with “Life Sucks… Let’s Dance”
Reel Big Fish has returned with their 8th studio album, “Life Sucks… Let’s Dance.” While the title sounds a bit sarcastic, frontman Aaron Barrett says the album has a positive outlook thanks in part to recording in their home of Orange County, California
Adrian Belew Announces Quartet Tour with Julie Slick
After touring with his power trio for years, guitarist Adrian Belew has announced a tour for 2019 with a new quartet, which includes Julie Slick. The outing will be in support of a new album, “Pop-sided.”