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Archive for September 2025

Metallica’s Robert Trujillo Unveils Limited Edition Godin Yellow Flame Acoustic-Electric Bass
Basses

Metallica’s Robert Trujillo Unveils Limited Edition Godin Yellow Flame Acoustic-Electric Bass

Robert Trujillo unveiled his new Godin Yellow Flame bass at Guitar Center. The ultra-limited model is signed and now available.

The Fearless Flyers Follow Up with a Funky Live Take on “Patrouille de France”
Bass Videos

The Fearless Flyers Follow Up with a Funky Live Take on “Patrouille de France”

Joe Dart and The Fearless Flyers return with “Patrouille de France,” a live cut from Italy built on a relaxed groove and tight interplay.

Supergroup of Belew, Levin, Vai & Carey Capture King Crimson’s 80s Era on BEAT LIVE
New Albums

Supergroup of Belew, Levin, Vai & Carey Capture King Crimson’s 80s Era on BEAT LIVE

"BEAT LIVE" — the new album and concert film from Adrian Belew, Tony Levin, Steve Vai & Danny Carey — is available now, honoring King Crimson’s 80s era.

BHI Guitars Perseo 6BBLS: Handcrafted Italian Headless Bass with Darkglass Electronics
Bass of the Week

BHI Guitars Perseo 6BBLS: Handcrafted Italian Headless Bass with Darkglass Electronics

Discover the BHI Perseo 6BBLS, a handcrafted Italian six-string headless bass featuring a buckeye burl top, Dingwall pickups, and Darkglass electronics.

Joe Dart and The Fearless Flyers Lock In on “Frecce Tricolori” (Live in Italy)
Bass Videos

Joe Dart and The Fearless Flyers Lock In on “Frecce Tricolori” (Live in Italy)

Watch Joe Dart and The Fearless Flyers deliver “Frecce Tricolori” live in Italy with pocket, power, and their signature stripped-down funk.

Bassist Sam Grisman Leads Project on 2025 Tour With Bluegrass, Folk, and Grateful Dead Songs
Concerts & Tours

Bassist Sam Grisman Leads Project on 2025 Tour With Bluegrass, Folk, and Grateful Dead Songs

Bassist Sam Grisman takes his band on a 2025 U.S. tour, blending bluegrass, folk, and Grateful Dead songs across a wide range of venues.

Jackson RR-B IV Bass, MonoNeon’s “Stereo,” and More: Weekly Top 10 (Sep 20–26)
Weekly Top 10

Jackson RR-B IV Bass, MonoNeon’s “Stereo,” and More: Weekly Top 10 (Sep 20–26)

From the Jackson RR-B IV debut to MonoNeon’s wild “Stereo” groove, here are this week’s top 10 bass stories, lessons, and performances.

Jeff Berlin & Vail Johnson Turn “Roundabout” Into a Bass-Only Showdown
Bass Videos

Jeff Berlin & Vail Johnson Turn “Roundabout” Into a Bass-Only Showdown

Two bass legends take on a prog classic. Jeff Berlin and Vail Johnson deliver a bold bass-only version of Yes’s “Roundabout.

NS Design FIN Bass: Carbon Fiber, Multiscale, and Limited to Just 12 Units
Basses

NS Design FIN Bass: Carbon Fiber, Multiscale, and Limited to Just 12 Units

NS Design’s FIN bass pushes boundaries with a carbon fiber build, multiscale 6-string design, and a run of only 12 instruments.

Dunlop Unleashes the Way Huge Smalls Doom Hammer Fuzz: “A ’90s Fever Dream in a Box”
Pedals & Effects

Dunlop Unleashes the Way Huge Smalls Doom Hammer Fuzz: “A ’90s Fever Dream in a Box”

Dunlop expands the Way Huge line with the Smalls Doom Hammer Fuzz, reviving a 1978 circuit for dense, aggressive tones on guitar and bass.

Rock Legends Turn It Up to 11 on All-Star Spinal Tap Tribute for Teen Cancer America
News

Rock Legends Turn It Up to 11 on All-Star Spinal Tap Tribute for Teen Cancer America

The all-star Spinal Tap tribute “The Majesty of Rock” unites Troy Sanders, Justin Chancellor, Scott Reeder, Abby Travis, and more to support Teen Cancer America.

Hadrien Feraud Brings Fire to WHOEVAZNTAWN’s “Tell ya What”
Bass Videos

Hadrien Feraud Brings Fire to WHOEVAZNTAWN’s “Tell ya What”

WHOEVAZNTAWN’s “Tell ya What” features Hadrien Feraud on his white Ken Smith 5-string and Markbass rig, locking into a soulful, funky groove.