Archive for April 2026
Remembering Kiyoshi Kitagawa, Beloved Jazz Bassist and Kenny Barron Trio Mainstay
Jazz bassist Kiyoshi Kitagawa, longtime member of Kenny Barron’s trio and a fixture of the New York jazz scene, has passed away at 67.
Chick Corea’s Elektric Band Final Performance Features John Patitucci at Tokyo Jazz
The Elektric Band’s final show captures John Patitucci on 6 string bass, driving fast paced progressive jazz with the group locked in at full strength.
Geese Announce Expanded 2026 “Getting Killed Again” Tour with Fall Dates
Geese have announced their 2026 “Getting Killed Again” tour with dates across Europe and North America, including a new fall headlining run.
Hot Chocolate Bassist Tony Wilson, Co-Writer of “You Sexy Thing,” Passes Away
Tony Wilson, Hot Chocolate co-founder, bassist, and co-writer of “You Sexy Thing,” has died at age 89. His son confirmed the news in a tribute.
Muse Dig Deep on “Cryogen” as Chris Wolstenholme Unleashes Crushing Low End
Chris Wolstenholme’s signature Status bass cuts through Muse’s new “Cryogen” live release, with heavy, gritty tone and strong low-end presence.
Wolfgang Van Halen’s Mammoth Drops Summer 2026 Tour Dates
Wolfgang Van Halen’s Mammoth has announced summer 2026 tour dates in support of "The End", with Ronnie Ficarro handling live bass duties.
Sandberg Founder Holger Stonjek Chronicles 40 Years of Bass History in New Book
Sandberg Guitars founder Holger Stonjek has released "The Face of Bass," a 154-page book chronicling the company’s 40-year journey from a cowshed workshop to a global bass brand.
Donny Benét Dials In a ’59 P-Bass & a Vintage Ken Smith for “Midnight Appointment”
A 1959 Fender P-Bass sets the mood as Donny Benét leans into a Paul Jackson-inspired groove that pulls you in and holds you there.
“Wilco Live (Yellow)” Captures John Stirratt’s Warm, Inventive Bass Lines
Wilco has released "Wilco Live (Yellow)," a 22-song live collection featuring performances from 2019 to 2024 and bassist John Stirratt’s melodic approach.
Inside Geddy Lee’s New Custom Rickenbacker 4000V Bass for Rush’s Return
Rickenbacker reveals a custom 4000V bass built for Geddy Lee ahead of Rush’s reunion tour, featuring vintage specs, unique finishes, and classic pickups.
Radiohead’s “Everything In Its Right Place” Gets a Live Jazz Overhaul
A one-take jazz version of Radiohead’s “Everything In Its Right Place” features upright bassist Bob DeBoo shaping the groove and pushing the band.
FruitFX Space Cube Combines Square-Wave Fuzz With PLL Madness
FruitFX Pedals has introduced the Space Cube, a hand-assembled fuzz pedal that combines square-wave fuzz with a PLL for synth-like tones.