Archive for 2025 - Page 34
Lari Basilio’s “New Chapter” Pairs Soulful Guitar with Leland Sklar’s Legendary Low End
“New Chapter” is the latest live video from Lari Basilio’s Redemption, with Leland Sklar bringing signature tone and feel on his Dingwall 5-string.
MonoNeon’s “Crusty Neon Missionary Baptist Church” Honors His Grandma Liz With Funk and Faith
"Crusty Neon Missionary Baptist Church" finds MonoNeon and Grandma Liz creating a soulful album of funk, hymns, and family connection.
Wonder Women: Vivien Garry’s Journey as a Trailblazing Jazz Bassist
Discover the story of Vivien Garry, one of jazz’s first female bassists, who carved her place in bebop history on 52nd Street and beyond.
Throwback Alert: Metallica Unleashes Lost “Breadfan” Video from ‘95 Newsted Era
Metallica has unveiled a 1995 performance of “Breadfan” from Donington Park, featuring Jason Newsted in one of the band’s loudest and loosest live moments.
Fender Custom Shop Launches Adrian Younge Jazz Bass with Half-Fretless Neck & Built-In Fuzz/Tremolo
Fender Custom Shop releases the Adrian Younge Jazz Bass, featuring a half-fretless neck and built-in fuzz and tremolo for a unique vintage-inspired sound.
Beginner Bass Guitar Guide: What to Buy First and How to Upgrade Later
Learn what beginner bass guitar gear you need to start playing — plus simple, affordable upgrades to take your first bass further.
Virtuosity Meets Vision: DarWin Drops “Rising Distortion” Ahead of New Album
Mohini Dey cuts through with clarity and bite on DarWin’s “Rising Distortion,” joined by Greg Howe, Simon Phillips, and DarWin himself.
New from Mono: M80 Classic Ultra Bass Case with Wheels, Redesigned Storage, and AirTag Pouch
Mono launches the M80 Classic Ultra Bass Case, featuring upgraded storage, Freeride wheels, and an AirTag pouch for gig-ready protection.
New EMG E-Series Bass Pickups Deliver Powerful Ceramic Tone in Slim Soapbar Design
EMG’s new E-Series bass pickups feature slim soapbar design, ceramic magnets, and solderless installation for powerful, versatile tone.
Watch Charles Berthoud Push His New 5-String Bass to the Limit
Charles Berthoud debuts his new 5-string signature bass from Schecter in a solo performance that shows what this instrument is made for.
Adam Blackstone’s “Humble Magic, Vol. 1” Reimagines Jazz Standards with Soul
Adam Blackstone returns with "Humble Magic, Vol. 1," blending jazz standards, new originals, and soulful big band arrangements with bass at the core.
Mic Swings and Stack Knobs: Taking Back Sunday in Photos from Chicago & Tour Dates
With a fired-up crowd and a strong setlist, Taking Back Sunday kicked things off right in Chicago. Shaun Cooper’s tone was locked in and full.