Top 10 Bass Stories: Judas Priest Revelation, Viral SNL Sketch & Nicole Fiorentino’s Tour Story (Apr 5-11)

This week’s list covers a wide range of bass stories – some surprising, some just plain fun. Steve Di Giorgio and Jeroen Paul Thesseling finally brought their long-planned vision to life with the debut of Quadvium’s “Tetradom.” Nathan East casually dropped a bombshell about recording with Judas Priest in the ’80s. Nicole Fiorentino shared how one DM led to her hitting the road with Garbage. And SNL gave bassists their moment in a sketch that spiraled into all-out chaos. From gear drops to groove tips, here are the ten stories bassists clicked the most for the week of April 5-11.

1. A Bass Dream Realized: Steve Di Giorgio & Jeroen Paul Thesseling’s Vision Comes to Life on “Tetradom”

Bassists Steve Di Giorgio and Jeroen Paul Thesseling fulfill a long-held vision with "Tetradom," a groundbreaking debut from their band, Quadvium.

2. Everyone Played Bass. Chaos Ensued: SNL’s Hilarious “Bass Lake Jam” Sketch Is Pure Gold

SNL gives bassists their moment in a sketch that spirals from slow jam to all-bass chaos. “Free Fallin’” and a bass-it hound included.

3. From Theory to Groove: How Interval Practice Makes Your Bass Playing Funkier

Master your bass fretboard with creative interval exercises. Build funky grooves and elevate your playing by exploring key interval positions and fills.

4. The New G&L JB, Built with a Bass Veteran, Channels Leo Fender’s Legacy

Designed with Pancho Tomaselli, this G&L JB bass honors Leo Fender's legacy with MFD pickups, sleek styling, and a versatile tonal range.

5. 1991’s Greatest Bass Lines: 10 Iconic Grooves That Shaped the Year

Discover the greatest bass lines of 1991 featuring Flea, Les Claypool, Victor Wooten, and more. From jazz to grunge to hip hop, these grooves defined an era.

6. Judas Priest Secret Bass Session: Nathan East Confirms He Stepped In During the ’80s

Session legend Nathan East says he quietly filled in on bass for Judas Priest in the '80s while longtime member Ian Hill was away in rehab.

7. Bass of the Week: Kauer’s Cubist-Inspired Draken #012 Stuns in Antique White

This week's featured bass is Kauer's Draken #012, a cubist-inspired design with an antique white finish and standout Art Deco vibes.

8. Bad Wolves Bassist Kyle Konkiel Steps Away: “I Can No Longer Give 100%”

After 8 years with Bad Wolves, bassist Kyle Konkiel has stepped down, sharing a heartfelt message as the band reveals his replacement.

9. This $548 Bass Guitar Nails the Vintage British Look: Meet the Rapier Symphonic

The new Rapier Symphonic Bass revives a 1960s British guitar vibe with classic looks, bold colors, and Alan Entwistle-designed pickups.

10. “I Woke Up to a DM”: How Nicole Fiorentino Joined Garbage’s Comeback Tour

Nicole Fiorentino shares how an unexpected DM led to her joining Garbage for their first U.S. headlining tour in a decade.