Archive for January 2023 - Page 5

For bassists working “inside the box,” Nembrini Audio has just introduced a new DAW plugin, The Bass Driver. The three-band overdrive and amp simulator is based on the SansAmp Bass Driver D.I. while allowing for more flexibility.

Our good friend Magnus Sjöquist shared this video on Facebook of the Swedish Steely Dan tribute band Josie & the Cousins performing “Aja.” Way to go, Magnus!

Following the success of their previous dates, The Eagles have announced a new leg of their Hotel California Tour for 2023. The band’s lineup includes Don Henley, Joe Walsh, Vince Gill, and bassist Timothy B. Schmit.

Ibanez has revealed three new SR1350B models to its SR Premium line for 2023. The four, five, and six-string versions of the bass now sport a new top and finish for a refreshed look.

Lake Street Dive’s “Live from The Sultan Room” series of videos has a new entry. Bridget Kearney’s big tone and bouncy bass line comes through loud and clear on the band’s cover of Dionne Warwick’s “Anyone Who Had A Heart.”

The Godfather of Punk’s career is still going strong as Iggy Pop is back with his 19th studio album. “Every Loser” features an insane musical roster with members of Guns N’ Roses, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Pearl Jam, Foo Fighters, blink-182 and more.

After releasing the Mendocino short-scale bass last year, Grez Guitars has unveiled a new long-scale version of the model. The bass has the same design features as its predecessors, including a mahogany body topped with salvaged old-growth Redwood, a mahogany neck, and an ebony fingerboard. “Like all the instruments in the Mendocino line, this bass is inspired by the funky...

GroundUP Music has released another video by Nate Wood, and it is as impressive as the rest. In this one, Nate simultaneously handles drums, bass, synths, and vocals performed in one live take on “Addendum.”

Bassist Russell Hall has released “Black Caesar,” a new album of music that spans hundreds of years while using jazz as its foundation. Though the music is so diverse, it all was created as a response to the tragedies of the last three years.

As the bassist for Melvins and Red Kross, you know Steven McDonald’s musical knowledge is as broad as it is deep. We picked McDonald’s brain about the essential bass lines that everyone should know.

We’re excited to share this new video of Kira Roessler performing at the Sardine in San Pedro, California. The former Black Flag bassist played a set of originals and covers with drummer Dave Bach and her brother Paul Roessler on keys.

If you’re looking to explore early works for the double bass, you’ll want to check out George Speed’s new album. “Bass Favorites and Transcriptions from the 18th Century” features his exquisite playing accompanied by pianist Heidi Louise Williams.