Archive for June 2025 - Page 6
5-String Bass Workout: Slap, Strum, and Pluck on the B String
This Bass Gym lesson shows how to build a groove around the B string using slap, strumming, and double-stop techniques.
John Cowan Lays It Down as The Doobie Brothers Perform “Listen to the Music” Live on Colbert
John Cowan Brings Vintage Jazz Bass Tone to Doobie Brothers’ “Listen to the Music” Performance on Colbert
Yes Announces 2025 Tour Performing Fragile in Full, Celebrating a Prog Rock Milestone
Yes will perform their 1971 prog classic "Fragile" in full during their 2025 U.S. tour, featuring tracks like “Roundabout” and “Heart of the Sunrise.”
10 Must-Have Father’s Day Gifts for Bassist Dads Under $100 with Exclusive Promo Codes
Discover the best Father’s Day gifts for bass players under $100, including tuners, strings, cables, accessories, and more practical gear picks.
Fender and Khruangbin’s Laura Lee Collaborate on Stylish Limited Edition Jazz Bass
The new Fender Laura Lee Jazz Bass pairs vintage aesthetics with DiMarzio pickups, honoring the Khruangbin bassist’s distinctive tone and style.
Sly Stone Tribute: “Thank You” Live in 1974 with Rustee Allen on Bass
Honoring Sly Stone with a 1974 clip of “Thank You,” performed live by Sly and the Family Stone with Rustee Allen on bass.
Black Sabbath’s Final Concert, “Back to the Beginning,” to Stream Live July 5th
Geezer Butler reunites with Black Sabbath’s original lineup for their final show, “Back to the Beginning,” streaming live from Birmingham on July 5.
Michael Spalt’s Blue Deluxe Bass Turns Found Objects into Playable Art
The Blue Deluxe bass by Michael Spalt showcases a one-of-a-kind design using repurposed materials and detailed handcrafted elements.
Alex Polydoroff Brings Bartolini-Fueled Intensity to Jesús Molina’s Live “Pichi” in Mumbai on His BassMods 5-String
Bassist Alex Polydoroff delivers a standout performance with Jesús Molina in Mumbai, showcasing his Bartolini-equipped BassMods 5-string on “Pichi.
Doobie Brothers Reunite with Michael McDonald and Bass Icons for “Walk This Road”
"Walk This Road" marks the Doobie Brothers’ latest release with Michael McDonald and session bass legends including Pino Palladino and Bob Glaub.
Dingwall SP1, Aristides S/B5, Nathan East’s Funk Jam, and Trujillo on Tour: This Week in Bass
Explore this week’s top bass stories, including the Dingwall SP1, Aristides S/B5, a funk jam from Nathan East, and Robert Trujillo live on tour.
Mohini Dey Leads a Killer Lineup and Delivers Precision Bass Work in DarWin’s “Man vs. Machine” with Greg Howe and Simon Phillips
Watch Mohini Dey perform with Greg Howe, Simon Phillips, and Matt Bissonette in DarWin’s latest video, “Man vs. Machine,” blending prog and groove.