Archive for 2019 - Page 5

If you have some time on your hands today, you’re in luck. Joe Dart made an appearance at Berklee for a bass clinic, and we now can watch the full event. Joe talks about Vulfpeck, music, playing with drummers, and plays throughout.

As Iron Maiden bassist Steve Harris and his band British Lion prepare to hit the road in the U.S. next year, they’ve released the second single from their upcoming album, “The Burning.”

After reuniting earlier this year, the iconic punk rock band Bikini Kill has announced a new round of tour dates. The band’s current lineup includes founding members Kathleen Hanna, Kathi Wilcox, and Tobi Vail along with guitarist Erica Dawn Lyle.

This week we’re checking out the Stellart Guitars Athena, which is a gorgeous five-string bass featuring a chambered body and neck-through construction.

It has been a while since we’ve shared a video by Or Lubianiker. Thanks to our friends at BassTheWorld, we have a new one to check out. In this clip, Or is joined by banjoist Avital Tamir in a performance of “Deus Ex Makineta.” The combo is incredible.

Evan Marien has just published a new transcription book of his playing, including his original compositions and bass solos from other works. The bassist transcribed all of his own playing for players who want a new challenge.

After announcing the departure of Ashley Purdy last month, the Black Veil Brides have revealed their new bassist as Lonny Eagleton. Lead singer Andy Black recently spoke with Kerrang! about the lineup change.

Origin Effects have unveiled a special limited-edition reissue of their original Cali76 compressor pedal with the Cali76-TX.

Aaron Gibson’s “Horror Films and Sunday School” was among my favorite albums released in 2019. For years, Aaron has matched his incredible music with incredible videos, but this one might be the best one yet.

Gone is Gone, the supergroup fronted by Mastodon bassist/vocalist Troy Sanders, have returned with a new single called “No One Ever Walked on Water.” The track marks their first new music since their 2017 debut album, “Echolocation.”

EBS recently unveiled the “Blue Label” pedal series that updates their flagship models with new features. They have now announced the third unit in the lineup with the Multicomp Blue Label.

Zander Zon and Tommy Lee Depp got together for Zander’s “Pandora’s Bass” series, and put together quite a video. This one features not only some incredible tapping but also some great musicianship by both.