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Remembering Roger McLachlan: Little River Band’s Founding Bassist Dies at 71
Roger McLachlan, who played on the first two Little River Band albums, has passed away at 71 following a private battle with pancreatic cancer.
Reader Spotlight: How George Kramarski Traded Classical Piano for Bass and Never Looked Back
From Bogotá to NYC, George Kramarski’s path from piano to bass reflects a deep love of music, culture, and connection.
Jeffrey Runnings, Post-Punk Bassist and Voice of For Against, Dies at 61
Jeffrey Runnings, bassist and vocalist of post-punk pioneers For Against, has died at 61. A final solo album is set for release later this year.
“Ace of Bass”: Gang of Four’s Dave Allen Dies at 69 After Dementia Struggle
Gang of Four bassist Dave Allen has died at 69. The band called him their "Ace of Bass" and shared he had been battling early-onset dementia.
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.
How Daft Punk’s “Get Lucky” Came Together: Nathan East Breaks It Down
Nathan East looks back on recording Daft Punk's "Get Lucky" with Omar Hakim, Nile Rodgers, and Pharrell—including the one-take bass line that made the cut.
Wonder Women: Antonella Mazza on Music, Motherhood, and Finding Her Voice
Antonella Mazza shares her story of life on the road, Hendrix gigs, motherhood, and the power of playing bass from the heart.
From Jagger to Her Own Stage: Yolanda Charles on Her Bold Move with “Acid Funk”
She played with icons like Jagger and Clapton. Now Yolanda Charles is making her own statement with her latest album, "Acid Funk."
Josh Werner on Jazz, Hip-Hop, and the Art of Improvised Bass
In this interview, bassist Josh Werner explores the connection between jazz and hip-hop, his work with James Brandon Lewis, and how improvisation shapes his sound.
Wonder Women: Toné Compito on Breaking into the Bass World and the Power of Networking
From NAMM to Wooten Woods, Toné Compito talks about her path in bass, the power of networking, and what it takes to build a career in the music industry.
Why Yolanda Charles is Skipping the Traditional Album Rollout and Releasing “Acid Funk” Her Way
Yolanda Charles is redefining album releases. With "Acid Funk," she’s skipping the traditional rollout and embracing an independent path on her own terms.
Jonathan Colman’s Improvisation Manifesto: A Dungeon Master’s Guide for Musicians
Bassist Jonathan Colman shares his manifesto for group improvisation, blending structure and spontaneity to create bold, unpredictable musical experiences.