Archive for May 2020 - Page 6
Nervosa Announces New Lineup
The all-female Brazilian thrash metal band Nervosa has had a major shakeup in their lineup. Bassist/vocalist Fernanda Lira and drummer Luana Dametto left the band last month. Now they've announced bassist Mia Wallace is joining the group.
BassCon Online to Feature Leland Sklar, Stuart Hamm, John Patitucci, and Guy Pratt
Ove Bosch has announced a new online bass camp called BassCon Online. Bosch, who was the organizer and host of the Warwick Bass Camp, has confirmed four top-shelf bassists for the event: Leland Sklar, Stuart Hamm, John Patitucci, and Guy Pratt.
Bass of the Week: Schönitz Gitarren Zett
This week we’re checking out the Schönitz Zett, a five-string acoustic bass guitar with some interesting build details. Luthier Jens Schönitz optimized the body for comfort and extra volume.
Spare Parts: Herbie’s Tune
It has been a while since we’ve been able to feature Spare Parts. They’re back with a new “Quarantine Collaboration” series of videos, and they’re sounding as good as ever. Check out their performance “Herbie’s Tune” - in honor of Herbie Hancock.
In Memoriam: John McKenzie
John McKenzie, who played with a wide range of artists, has passed away from undisclosed causes. He was 64 years old. Record producer John Reynolds shared the news on social media.
Fender Introduces the Player Series Mustang Bass PJ
Fender has expanded their Player Series of instruments with a handful of guitars and one new bass: the Player Mustang Bass PJ. The short-scale bass fits a new pickup set into the vintage body style.
Ghost-Note with MonoNeon: Inner Turmoil
I really dig the Zildjian LIVE! series. I also really dig Ghost-Note. In this clip, drummer Sarah Thawer takes the spotlight on the tune, “Inner Turmoil,” and MonoNeon once again lays it down with some impressive lines. This one has it all!
Colin Edwin Releases “Allusions”
Colin Edwin (Porcupine Tree, O.R.k., Twinscapes) has just released a new album called “Allusions”, which he describes as “nostalgic lo-fi solo bass processed with reverbs, delay, and echoes.”
MEC Pickups With Brushed Metal Housings Now Available
Among their many new products shown at NAMM, Warwick announced that MEC bass pickups would now be available with brushed metal housings. Now the pickups are available for purchase. The sets come in gold, black, and silver finishes.
Guy Pratt’s Lockdown Licks: Pink Floyd’s “Money” Solo and “One of These Days”
Session ace Guy Pratt kicked off a YouTube series last month called “Lockdown Licks” to reveal the secrets of songs he has recorded or has played. In this episode, he goes over two Pink Floyd classics he’s played with the band.
Kent Miller and the Tnek Jazz Quintet Honor the Music of Sam Jones
The Tnek Jazz Quintet has released a new album paying homage to one of the greatest jazz bassists to ever live. “Plays the Music of Sam Jones” features bandleader Kent Miller handling the role of Jones.
Sonic Nuance Updates Tuner + DI Pedal for 2020
Sonic Nuance has once again updated its flagship direct box. The third version of the TDI (tuner DI) is 30 percent smaller, lighter, more durable, and quieter, the company says.