Archive for April 2025
From Two Chords to Endless Bass Ideas: Unlocking Melodic Creativity
Learn how to craft melodic bass lines using only two simple chords. Explore arpeggios, inversions, and creative phrasing in this Bass Gym lesson.
Prince Cover: Oz Noy’s Band Reimagines “I Would Die 4 U” with James Genus & Dave Weckl (Live in Chicago)
Oz Noy's band takes on Prince's "I Would Die 4 U" live in Chicago, with James Genus on bass, Dave Weckl on drums, and Chrissi Poland on vocals.
Pops Magellan Channels Raw Emotion in New Single “Drive Complaining,” Announces Debut EP Tour
Bassist Pops Magellan unveils "Drive Complaining," a raw, funky new single, and announces solo shows supporting her debut EP, "Damage."
Carol Kaye, Bass Icon Behind “Good Vibrations” and Thousands of Hits, Finally Enters Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
After decades behind countless hits, bass icon Carol Kaye is being honored with the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame's Musical Excellence Award in 2025.
Stevie Wonder’s “Do I Do” Gets a Funky Bass Reboot from Lorenzo Feliciati
Lorenzo Feliciati lays down a funky bass groove on Stevie Wonder's "Do I Do," blending Nate Watts and Jaco Pastorius vibes into a fresh new jam.
Joe Dart and The Fearless Flyers Bring High-Voltage Funk on “The Fearless Flyers V”
Joe Dart and The Fearless Flyers return with a limited vinyl EP, "The Fearless Flyers V," featuring their signature high-voltage funk-jazz grooves.
Bass of the Week: This Boutique Bass Will Stop You In Your Tracks
This boutique Locus bass by Nichols Guitar Co. caught our eye with its stunning woods, multi-scale neck, and 26 frets. See what makes it stand out.
Gary Willis Drops New Single and Video Highlighting His Bass (and Guitar) Mastery
Gary Willis highlights his skills on both bass and guitar in "Be The Light," a newly released single and video now available to watch.
The Wood Brothers Return with “Puff of Smoke”: New Album, Video, and 2025 Tour Dates
The Wood Brothers reveal "Puff of Smoke," their ninth album, due August 1, alongside a new music video for "Witness" directed by bassist Chris Wood.
Weekly Top 10: ZZ Top’s 2025 Tour, Rare Jaco Solo, Wild Bass Builds, and More (April 19-25, 2025)
Catch up on this week's top bass stories: ZZ Top's 2025 tour, unearthed Jaco Pastorius solo, custom bass creations, and new music from Nathan East.
“If You Have to Ask”: Stuart Clayton Covers Flea’s Funky Groove on Bass
Stuart Clayton takes on the Red Hot Chili Peppers' classic "If You Have to Ask" with a bass cover that highlights Flea's laid-back funk groove.
Sting Returns to His Roots With “Sting 3.0 Live” Trio Album Including Classics Like “Message in a Bottle”
Sting captures the energy of his "Sting 3.0" tour with a new live trio album, featuring classics like "Message in a Bottle" and "Every Breath You Take."