Archive for 2025 - Page 6

Amon Amarth and Dethklok unite for “The Amonklok Conquest,” a 2026 North American tour featuring Castle Rat and three powerhouse bassists.

Green Day’s Mike Dirnt reflects on Warning at 25, his evolving bass approach, daily playing habits, and how music continues to ground and inspire him.

Billy Strings delivers a tight Tiny Desk set with Royal Masat’s upright bass bringing warmth, drive, and definition for listeners who love acoustic low end.

Tetsu Yamauchi, bassist for Free and The Faces, has died at 79. His family shared the news as fans remember his era-defining work in both bands.

Modest Mouse is reopening their Reverb shop, offering a well-worn ’63 Danelectro bass and other touring instruments used across decades of shows.

Vincen García delivers big tone and fearless playing in this new clip, moving between slap and fingerstyle while driving the band with his unmistakable sound.

This Bass Gym lesson dives into a melodic funk pick workout using Dorian and Lydian modes, with guidance on groove, articulation, and technique.

Peavey brings back the Super Festival Series, introducing the 1,200-watt F-1200B bass amp and 610 enclosure with classic tone and updated tech.

The Omnific dive deep into their signature dual bass style in the Nodus Tollens video featuring tight interplay on two Dingwall five strings with driving drums.

Gov’t Mule announces 2026 tour dates as Kevin Scott prepares for his 10th annual star-studded Funky Holiday Spectacular.

Red Bird’s Mini Gemini pairs a tiny 23.5" scale with spruce reclaimed from an 18th-century monastery. A bold, fully pro short-scale bass with a huge story.

This North Sea Jazz 2025 set shows Lee Ritenour in top form and highlights Munir Hossn whose commanding bass work adds depth and drive to the entire performance.