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Previously Unheard James Brown Song Features Bootsy Collins on Bass
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Previously Unheard James Brown Song Features Bootsy Collins on Bass

Universal Music Enterprises and Republic Records have announced the release of a previously unheard 1970 track by James Brown. The song features a stone cold bass line from Bootsy Collins.

Super7 Introduces New Boosty Collins ReAction Figure
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Super7 Introduces New Boosty Collins ReAction Figure

Earlier this year, toy manufacturer Super7 launched a Cliff Burton figure. Now they’re bringing the funk with a new version of the Bootsy Collins ReAction figure.

From The Bottom: Digging Into the Bass Line on “Groove Is In the Heart”
From the Bottom

From The Bottom: Digging Into the Bass Line on “Groove Is In the Heart”

In this episode of “From The Bottom,” Paul Thompson digs into the 1990’s #1 Billboard Dance hit “Groove Is In the Heart” by Deee-Lite (with Bootsy Collins and Q-Tip) and one of the most recognizable bass lines from the last 35 years.

From the Bottom: Breaking Down Flea’s Top 3 Favorite Bass Lines
From the Bottom

From the Bottom: Breaking Down Flea’s Top 3 Favorite Bass Lines

Flea tweeted his top three favorite bass lines a few weeks ago, and Paul Thompson is here to share his picks and break down each one. Flea’s list includes some iconic synth, electric, and upright bass lines.

“S’Low Down” Marks The Triumphant Return of Wooten and Bailey’s Bass Extremes
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“S’Low Down” Marks The Triumphant Return of Wooten and Bailey’s Bass Extremes

Two decades after their last release, Victor Wooten and Steve Bailey have unleashed the third Bass Extremes album. “S’Low Down” features the virtuosos with drummer extraordinaire Gregg Bissonette and a huge supporting cast.

Wooten, Bailey, & Bissonette Announce Bass Extremes Album Details, Tour Dates
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Wooten, Bailey, & Bissonette Announce Bass Extremes Album Details, Tour Dates

Ever since they first teased it in 2018, we’ve been dying to hear what the new Bass Extremes album will sound like. Now Victor Wooten, Steve Bailey, and Gregg Bissonette have unveiled more about it. They’ve also unveiled a set of tour dates.

Sheila E. TV: Episode #15 – Bootsy Collins
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Sheila E. TV: Episode #15 – Bootsy Collins

Episode #15 of Sheila E. TV’s series features a legendary guest. Check out her chat with Bootsy Collins.

Bootsy Collins’ “The Power of the One” Now Available
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Bootsy Collins’ “The Power of the One” Now Available

Ever since his time with James Brown, funk master Bootsy Collins has spent his career keeping it on “The One.” Now the bassist has released a new star-studded album called “The Power of The One”.

Bootsy Collins Announces New Album, “The Power of the One”
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Bootsy Collins Announces New Album, “The Power of the One”

Attention funkateers! Bootsy Collins has announced a new album, “The Power of the One”, which will be released on October 23rd. It will also include three bassists alongside the funk legend: Christian McBride, Larry Graham, and Victor Wooten.

Steve Bailey, Victor Wooten, and Patitucci Host “Bootsy’s Challenge” Webinar
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Steve Bailey, Victor Wooten, and Patitucci Host “Bootsy’s Challenge” Webinar

This week’s Berklee/BassVault.com webinar is sure to get funky. Hosts Steve Bailey, Victor Wooten, and John Patitucci will be talking with Bootsy Collins, Ron Carter, Béla Fleck, and Emi SunShine in a session they’re calling “Bootsy’s Challenge.”

Bootsy Collins and Mascot Label Group Announce The Funk Garage Imprint
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Bootsy Collins and Mascot Label Group Announce The Funk Garage Imprint

Bootsy Collins announced last year that he would be retiring from playing live, but that doesn’t mean he isn’t keeping busy. The funk legend has just teamed up with Mascot Label Group to announce a new imprint under the label called The Funk Garage.

Bootsy Collins: 1993 Band Rehearsal
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Bootsy Collins: 1993 Band Rehearsal

Here’s a great clip recorded during a 1993 rehearsal with Bootsy Collins and his band. It is cool to see Bootsy directing the group and playing his funky lines. Check out his reaction around the 4:05 mark to Bernie Worrell’s epic clavinet run.