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Primus: Follow The Fool
Bass Videos

Primus: Follow The Fool

The latest Primus EP, “Conspiranoid,” featured just three tracks, but each one was a slam dunk for fans of the band. Les Claypool and the gang have just released a music video for “Follow The Fool.”

Jeff Berlin Honors Jack Bruce on “Jack Songs”
New Albums

Jeff Berlin Honors Jack Bruce on “Jack Songs”

In 2014, the world lost a musical giant with the passing of Jack Bruce. Jeff Berlin began working on a tribute album shortly after his passing, and now that album is available as “Jack Songs,” with an unreal cast of musicians.

Caveman Audio Launches the BP1 Compact Bass Preamp Pedal
Pedals & Effects

Caveman Audio Launches the BP1 Compact Bass Preamp Pedal

Caveman Audio’s BP1 bass preamp has been shrunk down to create the new BP1 Compact. The new pedal offers the same tone as its 1073-inspired predecessor while saving space by paring down on some features.

Bass Extremes: “Just-in Time” (Featuring Justin Chancellor)
Bass Videos

Bass Extremes: “Just-in Time” (Featuring Justin Chancellor)

Victor Wooten surprised everyone yesterday when he dropped a new Bass Extremes video with Steve Bailey. The duo is joined in this clip by Tool’s Justin Chancellor on “Just-in Time,” from the upcoming album, “S’Low Down.”

Alphonso Johnson and Jazz Is Dead Announce Winter Tour
Concerts & Tours

Alphonso Johnson and Jazz Is Dead Announce Winter Tour

Jazz Is Dead announced a new set of tour dates that will begin a celebration of the Grateful Dead tribute act’s 25th anniversary. The current lineup of the band includes Steve Kimock, Bobby Lee Rodgers, Pete Lavezzoli, and Alphonso Johnson.

Carvin Introduces the BX1 Bass Preamp Pedal
Pedals & Effects

Carvin Introduces the BX1 Bass Preamp Pedal

Carvin has unveiled a new preamp for bassists called the BX1. The company describes the pedal as offering a natural bass tone with unprecedented control and extended headroom.

Stuart Clayton: Cory Wong “News to Me” Bass Cover
Bass Videos

Stuart Clayton: Cory Wong “News to Me” Bass Cover

We’ve been digging what Cory Wong has been doing for a while now, especially when that involves Sonny T. Stuart Clayton shared this video of him playing along to Wong’s “News to Me,” and Sonny’s awesome bass line. Dig that ’66 Fender Jazz too!

Tedeschi Trucks Band Releases Third “I Am The Moon” EP and Episode
New Albums

Tedeschi Trucks Band Releases Third “I Am The Moon” EP and Episode

The third part of the Tedeschi Trucks Band’s four-part epic “I Am The Moon” is out. “Episode III: The Fall” continues the series, and Brandon Boone again lays down a tasteful foundation for the 12-piece band.

Groove – Episode #92: Miles Mosley
Groove Podcast

Groove – Episode #92: Miles Mosley

Episode #92 of Groove is here! Our guest this month is a long-time friend of ours, and he’s an extraordinary bassist. Enjoy the conversation with Miles Mosley.

Rebecca Johnson Band: Shakey Ground
Bass Videos

Rebecca Johnson Band: Shakey Ground

Rebecca Johnson and her band hit the stage at The Beach Club Collaroy in Sydney, Australia, in July. She shared this video from the performance this week, with the band getting down on “Shakey Ground.”

Victor Wooten to Join Cory Wong on “Power Station” Tour
Concerts & Tours

Victor Wooten to Join Cory Wong on “Power Station” Tour

Victor Wooten is gearing up for a run of Bass Extremes tour dates with Steve Bailey and Derico Watson this month, but he’s also just dropped another big announcement: He’s joining Cory Wong for the “Power Station” Tour.

Keep It Groovy: Fast, Box Shuffle a la “I’m Tore Down”
Keep It Groovy

Keep It Groovy: Fast, Box Shuffle a la “I’m Tore Down”

In this bass lesson, Ryan Madora keeps it groovy with a fast-paced shuffle pattern that takes advantage of the “blues box.”