Archive for 2019 - Page 22
Bass of the Week: Gamma Bass Guitars “Starburst”
This week we’re checking out a cool custom bass from Gamma Bass Guitars called the “Starburst.” The one-of-a-kind bass features hand-painted artwork by Julie Rosenberg, who says she has “always been drawn to bold color and geometric style design.”
Brian Bromberg’s Unapologetically Funky Big Bombastic Band: Minneapolis, 1987
Brian Bromberg took his Unapologetically Funky Big Bombastic Band to the 2019 Berks Jazz Festival. One of the tunes, “Minneapolis, 1987” has since gotten a lot of attention (with over 1 million views).
Top 10: The Most Watched Bass Videos (September 2019)
September was another huge month for bass videos around here, and these top 10 reader favorites really hit some big numbers. Here is your 10 top list for the month. Enjoy.
Electro-Harmonix Introduces the Nano Operation Overlord Pedal
Electro-Harmonix has unveiled the Nano Operation Overlord, a distortion/overdrive in a compact chassis. The stompbox is versatile in application thanks to a three-position switch that sets the input level to make it compatible with bass, guitar, and more.
Kinga Głyk: Joy Joy
Kinga Glyk is releasing a new album on November 1st. By the sounds of the first track she’s shared from “Feelings,” it is going to be a great record. Dig the vibe on “Joy Joy.”
New Documentary Focuses on the Legends of Double Bass in Jazz
Nick Wells is following up his documentary “Beneath the Bassline” with a new film focusing on jazz. “Walking the Changes: Legends of Double Bass in Jazz” explores the evolution of the double bass in jazz including its beginnings and pivotal moments.
Ray Ross Introduces 5-String Saddle-Less Bass Bridge
AP International is now shipping a five-string version of the Ray Ross Bass Bridge. Designed by inventor and luthier Aaron Ross, the bridge utilizes a saddle-less design that instead employs a tone pin that keeps the string straight from bridge to nut.
Theo Katzman: You Could Be President
Theo Katzman has a new album coming. “Modern Johnny Sings: Songs in the Age of Vibe” will once again feature his Vulfpeck bandmate, Joe Dart. Here’s an early preview of the album, with the video for “You Could Be President.”
SonoTone Introduces Vintage Series Bass Strings
SonoTone has unveiled a new line of strings called the Vintage Series. Each set is created to “replicate the strings of yesteryear.”
Tech 21 Unveils the Steve Harris SH1 Signature SansAmp
Tech 21 has added a new pedal to its signature product line with the Steve Harris SH1 Signature SansAmp. The Iron Maiden bassist worked with the company to come up with a solution for touring with his side project, British Lion.
Joshua Young & Ben Kersh: What a Wonderful World
Bassist Joshua Young and drummer Ben Kersh recently shared this video, which knocked me out. “Our bass and drums cover of this classic standard!” they shared. Joshua displays some amazing technique on this one.
The Darkness Returns with “Easter is Cancelled”
The Darkness has returned with “Easter Is Cancelled.” The record “examines the role of the musician in the barbarous culture of the world today...” That’s summed up in the opening track, which features Frankie Poullain riding the low notes on his Thunderbird.