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The Perfect Major Pentatonic Bass Lesson: Learning Vince Guaraldi’s “Little Birdie”
Keep It Groovy

The Perfect Major Pentatonic Bass Lesson: Learning Vince Guaraldi’s “Little Birdie”

If you’re looking for a fun groove to jam on and a way to dig into the major pentatonic scale, this lesson is for you. We’ll use Vince Guaraldi’s “Little Birdie” as our inspiration — it’s a lighthearted, soulful tune that perfectly captures how musical the pentatonic scale can be on bass. Let’s grab our instruments, get into the key...

Avishai Cohen Proves the Upright Can Groove Harder Than Ever
Bass Videos

Avishai Cohen Proves the Upright Can Groove Harder Than Ever

Avishai Cohen leads the way on upright in a live take of “Roni’s Swing,” mixing rich tone with effortless feel.

Puscifer’s “Normal Isn’t” Goes Deep: Tony Levin and Greg Edwards Anchor Its Dark Groove
New Albums

Puscifer’s “Normal Isn’t” Goes Deep: Tony Levin and Greg Edwards Anchor Its Dark Groove

Tony Levin and Greg Edwards bring their signature low-end mastery to Puscifer’s new album, Normal Isn’t — a dark, guitar-driven return to form.

U2’s Adam Clayton Opens His Bass Vault for Julien’s “Played, Worn & Torn” Auction
Basses

U2’s Adam Clayton Opens His Bass Vault for Julien’s “Played, Worn & Torn” Auction

U2’s Adam Clayton is auctioning 18 of his personal basses through Julien’s Auctions, including iconic Fenders and tour-used instruments.

Gabriel Severn and the Schultz Siblings Deliver Fusion Fire on Chick Corea’s “Got a Match” at JammJam 2025
News

Gabriel Severn and the Schultz Siblings Deliver Fusion Fire on Chick Corea’s “Got a Match” at JammJam 2025

abriel Severn joins Justin-Lee and Jamie-Leigh Schultz at JammJam LA for a fiery take on Chick Corea’s “Got a Match,” powered by his Paul Lairat and EBS rig.

Rush Mania Continues: Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson Add 17 More “Fifty Something” Tour Dates
Concerts & Tours

Rush Mania Continues: Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson Add 17 More “Fifty Something” Tour Dates

Rush extends their sold-out “Fifty Something” tour with 17 new dates across the U.S. and Canada after overwhelming fan demand.

Bass of the Week: Fodera Anthony Jackson Presentation II – Honoring a Legacy of Innovation
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: Fodera Anthony Jackson Presentation II – Honoring a Legacy of Innovation

Fodera’s Anthony Jackson Presentation II showcases the late bassist’s pursuit of perfection, featuring innovative design, custom hardware, and timeless tone.

A Farewell to Anthony Jackson: His Unforgettable Bass Work on “Desire” with Hiromi
Bass Videos

A Farewell to Anthony Jackson: His Unforgettable Bass Work on “Desire” with Hiromi

This live performance of “Desire” with Hiromi’s Trio Project shows Anthony Jackson at his best, commanding and inventive as ever.

Bootsy Collins, Buckethead & Victor Wooten Drop a Funk-Metal Explosion with “Metal Health”
News

Bootsy Collins, Buckethead & Victor Wooten Drop a Funk-Metal Explosion with “Metal Health”

Bootsy Collins, Buckethead, and Victor Wooten collide on “Metal Health,” a funk-metal jam that’s cosmic, chaotic, and irresistibly groovy.

Farewell to Anthony Jackson, One of the Most Influential Bassists of All Time – RIP AJ
In Memoriam

Farewell to Anthony Jackson, One of the Most Influential Bassists of All Time – RIP AJ

Anthony Jackson pushed the boundaries of the electric bass and anchored iconic recordings across genres. We remember his unmatched voice in low-end.

From Fender’s Fresh Classics to a D’Angelo Masterclass: This Week’s 10 Bass Highlights
Weekly Top 10

From Fender’s Fresh Classics to a D’Angelo Masterclass: This Week’s 10 Bass Highlights

Fender’s new American Professional Classic Series, Yolanda Charles’ signature Sandberg, and a D’Angelo tribute top this week’s 10 bass highlights.

In Memory of Sam Rivers, We Revisit This Explosive Limp Bizkit Set
Bass Videos

In Memory of Sam Rivers, We Revisit This Explosive Limp Bizkit Set

Sam Rivers made Limp Bizkit groove like no one else. This Lollapalooza Chile 2024 set is a powerful reminder of his impact and a must-watch for any bass fan.