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Archive for August 2019

Quilter Labs Introduces the InterBass Pedal
Pedals & Effects

Quilter Labs Introduces the InterBass Pedal

Quilter Labs has introduced a new device for bassists called the InterBass. The pedal-sized enclosure is described as a “bass interconnectivity system” and aims to be the solution for modern bassists.

Pomplamoose: Love You Madly
Bass Videos

Pomplamoose: Love You Madly

Pomplamoose just released an incredible new cover video. This time around, they do their thing on Cake’s “Love You Madly.” Nick Campbell is laying down some groovy bass on this one.

Tool Releases New Album, Announces North American Tour
New Albums

Tool Releases New Album, Announces North American Tour

It’s finally here. Fear Inoculum is Tool’s first album in 13 years, and it does not disappoint. As if that wasn’t enough good news, Tool announced a round of North American tour dates for the fall.

Havok Announces Fall Tour
Concerts & Tours

Havok Announces Fall Tour

Havok, featuring monster bassist Nick Schendzielos, has announced a fall tour. The outing will kick off in their home state of Colorado on October 15th before heading south and into Mexico.

Darryl Anders and AgapéSoul: Kite
Bass Videos

Darryl Anders and AgapéSoul: Kite

Last year, Darryl Anders and his band AgapéSoul released their second album, “Conversations.” The album kicks off with this track, “Kite,” which includes perfect bass tone from Anders and a vocal performance from Zoe Ellis that feels like ear candy.

Robert Randolph & The Family Band Release “Brighter Days”
New Albums

Robert Randolph & The Family Band Release “Brighter Days”

Robert Randolph & the Family Band are back with a new album called “Brighter Days.” Randolph’s band is aptly named: each member is a relative of his. That includes bassist Danyel Morgan, who helps to deepen the groove with blues, gospel, and R&B lines.

Leland Sklar and The Immediate Family Enter the Studio, Announce Tour Dates
News

Leland Sklar and The Immediate Family Enter the Studio, Announce Tour Dates

The Immediate Family is a band made up of L.A.’s most sought after session players, including Leland Sklar. The band has announced they’re going into the studio for the own album, and have some tour dates set as well.

Fender Unveils New Player Series Bass Colors
Basses

Fender Unveils New Player Series Bass Colors

Fender has introduced two new colors to their Player Series: Silver and Capri Orange. The new hues apply to the entire mid-priced, made-in-Mexico line including the Fender Player Precision, Player Jazz Bass, and the Player Jaguar Bass.

Rush: Anthem (1975)
Bass Videos

Rush: Anthem (1975)

Thursday’s are for throwbacks, and we can’t think of a better way to participate than sharing some epic, old-school Rush. Recorded in 1975, here’s the band performing “Anthem,” with Geddy Lee rocking the Ric.

11th Annual Rocky Mountain Bass Slam Announced
Events

11th Annual Rocky Mountain Bass Slam Announced

If you hear a rumbling in the Rockies, it can mean only one thing: The Rocky Mountain Bass Slam is back for its 11th year. The event will feature Chuck Rainey, Doug Johns, and many others.

TC Electronic Introduces the Hall of Fame 2×4 Reverb Pedal
Pedals & Effects

TC Electronic Introduces the Hall of Fame 2×4 Reverb Pedal

TC Electronic has expanded its line of pedals with the Hall of Fame 2×4 Reverb. The pedal builds on their existing Hall of Fame pedal with four pressure-sensitive footswitches that let you quickly change presets.

What Do You Want To See Happen For the Future of Bass Playing?
Ask Damian Erskine

What Do You Want To See Happen For the Future of Bass Playing?

Damian almost skipped this week’s “Ask” question... but then he decided to go for it, thinking this could actually ignite some really interesting conversations. The question is this: “What Do You Want To See Happen For the Future of Bass Playing?”