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Denny Tedesco Responds to Carol Kaye’s Rock Hall Rejection and “Wrecking Crew” Critique
News

Denny Tedesco Responds to Carol Kaye’s Rock Hall Rejection and “Wrecking Crew” Critique

Denny Tedesco shares his side of the story following Carol Kaye’s Rock Hall rejection and criticism of The Wrecking Crew documentary.

Carol Kaye on Skipping the Rock Hall, Squier’s New Basses, and More: This Week’s Top 10 Bass Stories
Weekly Top 10

Carol Kaye on Skipping the Rock Hall, Squier’s New Basses, and More: This Week’s Top 10 Bass Stories

From Carol Kaye’s decision to skip the Rock Hall to Squier’s 2025 basses, here are the top 10 bass stories that got readers talking this week.

Hadrien Feraud Pushes the Boundaries with Whoevazntawn and His Signature Mayones
Bass Videos

Hadrien Feraud Pushes the Boundaries with Whoevazntawn and His Signature Mayones

Hadrien Feraud’s tone and technique shine as he anchors Whoevazntawn with his go-to Mayones and Ken Smith basses.

Audiofab’s Frequency Distiller Delivers Alembic-Style Filters for Bassists
Pedals & Effects

Audiofab’s Frequency Distiller Delivers Alembic-Style Filters for Bassists

Inspired by the Alembic SF-2, Audiofab’s Frequency Distiller gives bassists dual filters, clean blend control, and a wide frequency range.

New from Line 6: Helix Stadium Series Packs Pro-Grade Control into Touchscreen Floor Units
Pedals & Effects

New from Line 6: Helix Stadium Series Packs Pro-Grade Control into Touchscreen Floor Units

Line 6 introduces the Helix Stadium series, expanding its flagship line with new amp and effects processors for stage and studio use.

Funk Meets Fire: Ellen Alaverdyan and Dino Jelusick Team Up for “Wrong Side of the Law”
Bass Videos, News

Funk Meets Fire: Ellen Alaverdyan and Dino Jelusick Team Up for “Wrong Side of the Law”

Ellen Alaverdyan stars in The Big Ol’ Nasty Getdown’s latest video for “Wrong Side of the Law,” with Dino Jelusick and Kenny Aronof

The Wood Brothers Unveil “The Trick” and Announce 2025 “Puff of Smoke” Tour
Concerts & Tours

The Wood Brothers Unveil “The Trick” and Announce 2025 “Puff of Smoke” Tour

Ahead of their album "Puff of Smoke", The Wood Brothers release “The Trick” and confirm new fall 2025 tour dates across the Midwest and East Coast.

Two Fretless Bass Giants Unite: Steve Di Giorgio and Jeroen Paul Thesseling on Quadvium’s “Tetradōm”
Interviews

Two Fretless Bass Giants Unite: Steve Di Giorgio and Jeroen Paul Thesseling on Quadvium’s “Tetradōm”

In this exclusive interview, Steve Di Giorgio and Jeroen Paul Thesseling share how they created Quadvium’s fretless-forward debut, "Tetradōm".

Bootsy Collins Talks George Clinton, Funk Legacy, and Bass-Driven Songwriting
Bass Videos

Bootsy Collins Talks George Clinton, Funk Legacy, and Bass-Driven Songwriting

Bootsy Collins reflects on his legacy, working with George Clinton, and the deep groove that made him one of funk’s most iconic bassists.

Jerry Jemmott’s Iconic Basslines from Aretha, B.B. King, and More Collected in New Transcription Book
News, Sheet Music & Instruction

Jerry Jemmott’s Iconic Basslines from Aretha, B.B. King, and More Collected in New Transcription Book

Explore 15 of Jerry Jemmott’s iconic basslines—played with Aretha Franklin, B.B. King, and more—in a new transcription book with artist commentary.

Carol Kaye to Skip Rock Hall Induction, Rejects “Wrecking Crew” Label
News

Carol Kaye to Skip Rock Hall Induction, Rejects “Wrecking Crew” Label

Bass legend Carol Kaye says no to the Rock Hall, rejecting the “Wrecking Crew” name and standing by her identity as a studio musician

Charles Burrell, the ‘Jackie Robinson of Classical Music,’ Dies at 104
In Memoriam

Charles Burrell, the ‘Jackie Robinson of Classical Music,’ Dies at 104

Jazz and classical legend Charles Burrell, the first Black musician in a major U.S. symphony and a Colorado icon, has died at 104.