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Weekly Top 10: Wonder Women Interview with Nalani, New Bass Gear, David Ellefson Starts a New Band, New Albums, and More
Weekly Top 10

Weekly Top 10: Wonder Women Interview with Nalani, New Bass Gear, David Ellefson Starts a New Band, New Albums, and More

This week, Brittany Frompovich checks in with Nalani for the latest episode of Wonder Women, we shared a very unique bass for Bass of the Week and shared the news on some new gear, albums, and more.

Modern Vintage Guitars Introduces the Five-String MVJ5-75 Bass
Basses

Modern Vintage Guitars Introduces the Five-String MVJ5-75 Bass

Modern Vintage Guitars has expanded its lineup with the MVJ5-75, which is the company’s first five-string offering. Based on a ‘70s style, the bass comes in several configurations of colors and fingerboard choices.

Tumult: Bardamu
Bass Videos

Tumult: Bardamu

Buckle up, because this one is a roller coaster. Tumult is a post-rock/jazz hybrid featuring bassist Matteo Mazzù. He shared the video for “Tumult,” which he says was inspired by artists like Tortoise and Mr. Bungle, Chris Morrissey, and ADHD.

Thundercat Guests on DOMi & JD Beck’s Debut, “Not Tight”
New Albums

Thundercat Guests on DOMi & JD Beck’s Debut, “Not Tight”

Few groups have been pushing musical limits like the duo of DOMi and JD Beck, whose trailblazing drum and keyboard works have been catching the attention of musical icons. They’ve just released a new album with the help of Thundercat on bass.

Mojo Hand FX Announces the Octaverse Reverse Octave Delay Pedal
Pedals & Effects

Mojo Hand FX Announces the Octaverse Reverse Octave Delay Pedal

Mojo Hand FX has announced the Octaverse, a dedicated reverse octave delay. The “cinematic and expressive effect” offers creative textures to create ambience in a standalone unit.

Snarky Puppy: Bet
Bass Videos

Snarky Puppy: Bet

When Snarky Puppy released the first video from their upcoming album, “Empire Central,” a couple of weeks ago, I was pumped. Now they’ve given us another taste of what’s to come with another amazing performance from the record.

Barry Coates, Jimmy Haslip, and Jerry Kalaf Release “New Dreams”
New Albums

Barry Coates, Jimmy Haslip, and Jerry Kalaf Release “New Dreams”

The trio of Barry Coates, Jimmy Haslip, and Jerry Kalaf have teamed up to release an album called “New Dreams.” The instrumental band creates rich atmospheres and ambience across its eight tracks.

Sandberg Guitars Introduces BassTheWorld.com Signature Series Basses
Basses

Sandberg Guitars Introduces BassTheWorld.com Signature Series Basses

Sandberg Guitars and BassTheWorld.com’s Gregor Fris have teamed up to release a special series based on his original Sandberg TT4 Passive Masterpiece Aged bass.

Theo Katzman: My Heart Is Dead
Bass Videos

Theo Katzman: My Heart Is Dead

There’s a story behind Theo Katzman’s new album, “Songs in the Age of Live.” He just dropped another video from the recording at Brooklyn Steel, which features an incredible band, including his longtime Vulfpeck bandmate Joe Dart on bass.

Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros Set Fall Tour Dates
Concerts & Tours

Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros Set Fall Tour Dates

Hot off the final date of Dead & Company’s latest tour, Bob Weir has announced a 21-night run with his project Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros. The band is anchored by bassist, producer, and Blue Note Records President Don Was.

Wonder Women: Nalani
Wonder Women

Wonder Women: Nalani

In this month’s installment of “Wonder Women”, we catch up with Nalani, a bassist, vocalist, and entertainer known for her versatility and showmanship. She has performed with and is mentored by some of the most legendary names in the bass world.

Lake Street Dive: Nick of Time
Bass Videos

Lake Street Dive: Nick of Time

Lake Street Dive dropped a special video yesterday. 10 years after they recorded a cover of “I Want You Back” on a Boston sidewalk, they returned to the scene to record a cover of “Nick of Time.”