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Shavo Odadjian and Get’m Get’m Unveil Luxe Luminous Strap Series for Guitar and Bass
Accessories & Strings

Shavo Odadjian and Get’m Get’m Unveil Luxe Luminous Strap Series for Guitar and Bass

System of a Down’s Shavo Odadjian and Get'm Get'm reveal the Luminous strap line—luxury design, pro-grade durability, and handmade quality for guitar and bass players.

Masterclass with Derrick Hodge: Stories, Scores & Soulful Bass Wisdom
Bass Videos

Masterclass with Derrick Hodge: Stories, Scores & Soulful Bass Wisdom

In a rare sit-down with Scott Devine, Derrick Hodge opens up about his journey in music, bass philosophy, and evolving as a composer and performer.

Juan Alderete’s Gear Collection Hits Reverb, Dusty Hill’s 1980 Performance Resurfaces, and a Smarter Way to Practice Scales
Weekly Top 10

Juan Alderete’s Gear Collection Hits Reverb, Dusty Hill’s 1980 Performance Resurfaces, and a Smarter Way to Practice Scales

From Dusty Hill's legendary 1980 set to Juan Alderete’s epic gear sale and scale practice tips, here’s what bassists are talking about this week.

Watch Roger Waters Drop a Blazing Live “Have a Cigar” Performance
Bass Videos

Watch Roger Waters Drop a Blazing Live “Have a Cigar” Performance

Hot off the press Roger Waters unleashes a killer live “Have a Cigar” from Prague. Kilminster’s solo is already blowing up

Ghost-Note, With Members of Snarky Puppy and More, Extend U.S. Tour Through 2025
Concerts & Tours

Ghost-Note, With Members of Snarky Puppy and More, Extend U.S. Tour Through 2025

Ghost-Note, the funk-fusion supergroup led by Snarky Puppy’s Sput Searight and Nate Werth, has added new 2025 tour dates across the U.S. See the full schedule and watch their live performance.

Unearthed: Sly & The Family Stone’s Earliest Live Recording Captures Larry Graham’s Funk Bass Roots
New Albums

Unearthed: Sly & The Family Stone’s Earliest Live Recording Captures Larry Graham’s Funk Bass Roots

Before their breakout, Sly & The Family Stone recorded a rare 1967 live set. Hear Larry Graham’s groundbreaking bass style in its rawest form before it changed funk forever.

Rudy Sarzo Anchors Tom Morello’s Supergroup B in Classic Rock Blowout at Sabbath Finale
Bass Videos

Rudy Sarzo Anchors Tom Morello’s Supergroup B in Classic Rock Blowout at Sabbath Finale

Rudy Sarzo anchors an all-star cover set at Black Sabbath’s finale, joined by Morello, Tyler, Hagar, Corgan, and more in a high-octane rock celebration.

Béla Fleck and the Flecktones Reunite with Jeff Coffin and Alash for “Jingle All the Way” Tour
Concerts & Tours

Béla Fleck and the Flecktones Reunite with Jeff Coffin and Alash for “Jingle All the Way” Tour

Béla Fleck and the Flecktones reunite with Jeff Coffin for their “Jingle All the Way” tour, featuring Victor Wooten and Tuvan throat-singers Alash.

Bootsy Collins, Laura Lee, Sting & More: June’s Top 10 Bass Videos You Need to See
Top Ten

Bootsy Collins, Laura Lee, Sting & More: June’s Top 10 Bass Videos You Need to See

These 10 bass videos caught fire in June—live sets, interviews, and standout performances from Bootsy, Laura Lee, Sting, and more.

Judas Priest’s Hellfest 2025 Set Brings Painkiller Power and Bass-Driven Fire
Bass Videos

Judas Priest’s Hellfest 2025 Set Brings Painkiller Power and Bass-Driven Fire

Judas Priest’s Hellfest 2025 Set Showcases Ian Hill’s Relentless Groove and Commanding Presence all while rocking his Spector NS-2

Mooer F15i Li: Portable Amp with Built-In Effects for Bass and Guitar
Amps

Mooer F15i Li: Portable Amp with Built-In Effects for Bass and Guitar

Explore Mooer’s F15i Li, a portable amp for bass and guitar with 55 amp models, built-in effects, Bluetooth, and a rechargeable battery.

Gary Karr, Who Brought Solo Bass to the Spotlight, Dies at 84
In Memoriam

Gary Karr, Who Brought Solo Bass to the Spotlight, Dies at 84

Double bass virtuoso Gary Karr, known for elevating the bass as a solo instrument, has died at 84.