Archive for September 2025 - Page 6
Bass Icons Stanley Clarke and Ben Williams Unite for NJPAC Concert November 9
Stanley Clarke *N* 4EVER and bassist Ben Williams will perform at NJPAC on Nov 9 as part of the TD James Moody Jazz Festival.
Les Claypool Tells the Wild Story Behind the South Park Theme Song
Les Claypool recalls how Primus wrote the South Park theme in Rick Beato’s interview, from a slower draft to one of TV’s most iconic songs.
A Haunting Castle Becomes the Stage for Black Hole Constellation’s Bass and Drum Ritual
Black Hole Constellation recorded a haunting bass-and-drums set in the ruins of Šášov Castle, celebrating their album Garden of Deception Delights.
DiMarzio Introduces Colossal Bass Pickups with Metal Covers and Detailed Mid-Range
DiMarzio has unveiled the Colossal pickups for 5-string bass, a new humbucking design promising “more of everything” with dynamic range, comfort, and tonal detail.
The Dorian Mode for Bass: Patterns, ii–V Vamps, and Funky Groove Building
Learn the Dorian mode on bass: what it is, how it fits in theory, and how to groove over Dm7–G7 vamps for funky, pocket-ready lines.
Newly Released Footage Shows Led Zeppelin at Their Peak in 1975’s “In My Time of Dying”
Watch Led Zeppelin tear through “In My Time of Dying” in this newly surfaced 1975 live video from their legendary Earls Court run.
Paul McCartney’s Long-Lost Höfner Bass Gets Its Own BBC Documentary
Paul McCartney’s legendary Höfner 500/1 bass, stolen in 1972 and found in 2024, takes center stage in the new BBC documentary "The Beatle and the Bass."
Spinal Tap, Thundercat & Tal Wilkenfeld Unleash the Heaviest ‘Big Bottom’ Ever
Spinal Tap, Tal Wilkenfeld, and Thundercat turned “Big Bottom” into a five-bass showcase on Jimmy Kimmel Live. The low end ruled the night.
Blackstar Introduces the Beam Solo: A Wireless Headphone Amp for Silent Practice
Practice anytime, anywhere. The Blackstar Beam Solo is a wireless headphone amp with 50+ tones, Bluetooth, and built-in tools.
Richard Spaven Trio Delivers Hypnotic Fusion in Yardbird Sessions Performance
The Richard Spaven Trio opens the Yardbird Sessions with a tight, groove-heavy set featuring bassist Yves Fernandez and guitarist Stuart McCallum.
Esperanza Spalding Joins Nicholas Payton and Karriem Riggins on Long-Awaited Trio Album Triune
Esperanza Spalding reunites with Nicholas Payton and Karriem Riggins for Triune, a trio album rooted in Black American Music, funk, and soul.
Inside Marcus Miller’s Career: From Miles Davis to Film Composition on On That Note
Bass legend Marcus Miller talks with Shawn Stockman about composing for film, playing with Miles Davis, and working with Luther Vandross.