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Dayna Stephens Swaps Sax for Bass on His Bold New Album, “Monk’D”
New Albums

Dayna Stephens Swaps Sax for Bass on His Bold New Album, “Monk’D”

Dayna Stephens takes up double bass on Monk’D, a stripped-down, deeply personal tribute to Thelonious Monk recorded at Rudy Van Gelder’s studio.

Sam Rivers: The Groove Architect Behind Limp Bizkit Passes at Age 48 (1977–2025)
News

Sam Rivers: The Groove Architect Behind Limp Bizkit Passes at Age 48 (1977–2025)

Sam Rivers, Limp Bizkit’s founding bassist, has passed away at 48. His groove and tone helped define a generation of heavy, funk-driven bass.

Ohana Debuts a 28-Inch Scale Custom Shop Bass Built for Big Tone in a Small Package
Basses

Ohana Debuts a 28-Inch Scale Custom Shop Bass Built for Big Tone in a Small Package

Ohana Music enters the electric bass world with its first solid body design — a 28" scale Custom Shop model built for comfort, tone, and travel.

John Myung stands out on Dream Theater’s newly released live performance of Barstool Warrior
Bass Videos

John Myung stands out on Dream Theater’s newly released live performance of Barstool Warrior

Dream Theater’s new “Barstool Warrior” live video showcases John Myung’s signature tone and flawless touch on his six string Music Man Bongo.

Khruangbin Marks 10 Years of “The Universe Smiles Upon You” With Intimate 2025 U.S. Tour
Concerts & Tours

Khruangbin Marks 10 Years of “The Universe Smiles Upon You” With Intimate 2025 U.S. Tour

Khruangbin marks a decade since "The Universe Smiles Upon You" with a fall 2025 U.S. tour in intimate venues.

MTD’s Norm Stockton KNSJ5 Saratoga Is Here — A Signature 5-String with Serious Soul
Basses

MTD’s Norm Stockton KNSJ5 Saratoga Is Here — A Signature 5-String with Serious Soul

MTD adds the Norm Stockton Signature KNSJ5 to its Kingston line, featuring a 35" scale, a quilted maple top, and Bartolini electronics.

HAIM Showcases Their Signature Groove with “Down To Be Wrong” on Jimmy Kimmel Live
Bass Videos

HAIM Showcases Their Signature Groove with “Down To Be Wrong” on Jimmy Kimmel Live

HAIM’s “Down To Be Wrong” on Jimmy Kimmel Live is all about groove and chemistry, led by Este Haim’s fat, focused tone and effortless command of the low end.

At 94 Years Old, Bass Virtuoso François Rabbath Continues to Evolve on “Amall”
New Albums

At 94 Years Old, Bass Virtuoso François Rabbath Continues to Evolve on “Amall”

Bass legend François Rabbath, 94, explores jazz, funk, and world grooves on Amall with his son Sylvain and guest Victor Wooten.

Kala Reissues Hutch Hutchinson Signature U-Bass With Spruce and Hawaiian Koa Tops
Basses

Kala Reissues Hutch Hutchinson Signature U-Bass With Spruce and Hawaiian Koa Tops

The Hutch Hutchinson Signature U-Bass returns for 2025 with new spruce and koa models, improved stability, and Fishman electronics.

Michael Parks Jr. Anchors All Them Witches’ Massive Sound Live at AB
Bass Videos

Michael Parks Jr. Anchors All Them Witches’ Massive Sound Live at AB

All Them Witches deliver a heavy yet soulful live performance at AB, with bassist and singer Michael Parks Jr. leading the charge in true low-end style.

Don Was Finally Steps Out Front with “Groove In The Face of Adversity”
New Albums

Don Was Finally Steps Out Front with “Groove In The Face of Adversity”

After decades producing legends, Don Was releases "Groove In The Face of Adversity," his soulful Detroit-rooted debut with the Pan-Detroit Ensemble.

Bass Gym: Explore D Phrygian on Bass With Open D Tuning for Darker Grooves
Bass Gym

Bass Gym: Explore D Phrygian on Bass With Open D Tuning for Darker Grooves

Discover how Bb major and open D tuning unlock the D Phrygian sound for rich, dark-toned bass riffs and modal creativity.