Archive for 2025 - Page 69
Watch Cory Wong and Mark Lettieri Bring the Funk on “Gigantactis” Live in Chicago
Cory Wong and Mark Lettieri team up on a live version of "Gigantactis," captured in Chicago with the Wongnotes locked into a tight, funky groove.
From Funk Sideman to Frontman: Lige Curry’s Solo Tour Rides With Parliament Funkadelic
Longtime P-Funk bassist Lige Curry hits the road with solo Ligedelic shows while continuing to tour with George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic.
Spice Up Your Pentatonic Playing with This Chromatic Bass Exercise
This bass lesson shows how to add chromatic flavor to the A minor pentatonic, unlocking more expressive, dynamic grooves with just a few added notes.
Paul Simon’s Quiet Celebration Tour Marks Reunion with Graceland Bassist Bakithi Kumalo
Graceland bassist Bakithi Kumalo returns to the stage with Paul Simon on the Quiet Celebration Tour—his first since the singer's 2018 farewell.
New Look, Same Hook: Peter Hook’s Signature Bass Returns in Gold and Sunburst for 2025
Peter Hook's signature Hooky Viking PRO bass returns for 2025 in new Gold and Sunburst finishes, limited to just 18 of each.
Aaron Gibson Reimagines “Webs” in This Stripped-Down Solo Session
Aaron Gibson delivers a raw, intimate version of "Webs" with just bass and vocals, offering a fresh take on the track from "Horror Films and Sunday School."
After 24 Years, Pulp Returns – and Dedicates Their New Album to Late Bassist Steve Mackey
Pulp returns after 24 years with a new album, "More," dedicated to longtime bassist Steve Mackey. Hear the first single, "Spike Island."
Bass of the Week: A Client’s Wild Idea Sparked This One-of-a-Kind Acoustic Bass
The Madrigal bass was born from a daring idea, custom-built by Tyler Wells to push boundaries and deliver a bold acoustic voice.
Sérgio Groove Comes Out Swinging in “Sorte Divina” – A Fiery Performance Anchored by Bass Mastery
A powerful blend of groove, feel, and fire — Sérgio Groove delivers a standout bass performance in "Sorte Divina" that's impossible to ignore.
“Fahrenheit-182” Reveals Mark Hoppus’s Most Honest Take on Blink-182 and Life After Cancer
In his memoir "Fahrenheit-182," Mark Hoppus opens up about his battle with cancer, the legacy of Blink-182, and the struggles that shaped his story.
Top 10 Bass Stories: Judas Priest Revelation, Viral SNL Sketch & Nicole Fiorentino’s Tour Story (Apr 5-11)
From a surprise Judas Priest reveal to Nicole Fiorentino's tour story and SNL's viral sketch, these are the top 10 bass stories from April 5-11, 2025.
Inside Seymour Duncan’s New 700-Watt Bass Amp: Clean Power, Built-In Overdrive, and Versatile EQ
This 700-watt amp from Seymour Duncan delivers clean power, built-in overdrive, and EQ control — perfect for bassists using preamps or modelers.