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Jack White Drops Two New Singles Ahead of This Weekend’s SNL Appearance
New Albums

Jack White Drops Two New Singles Ahead of This Weekend’s SNL Appearance

Jack White has released “G.O.D. and the Broken Ribs” and “Derecho Demonico” ahead of his April 4 Saturday Night Live appearance, with Dominic Davis delivering a standout bass moment.

Bill Laswell Needs Our Help: GoFundMe Launched for Visionary Bassist and Producer
News

Bill Laswell Needs Our Help: GoFundMe Launched for Visionary Bassist and Producer

A GoFundMe has been launched to support Bill Laswell as the legendary bassist and producer faces ongoing health challenges and mounting living and medical expenses.

Bush Strip It Down at Tiny Desk as Corey Britz Locks In with His Headless Bass
Bass Videos

Bush Strip It Down at Tiny Desk as Corey Britz Locks In with His Headless Bass

Bush deliver four songs at Tiny Desk, blending classics and new material while Corey Britz uses a headless 6 string Ibanez to drive a tighter groove.

Thundercat Returns With “Distracted,” His Most Expansive Album Yet
New Albums

Thundercat Returns With “Distracted,” His Most Expansive Album Yet

Thundercat is back with "Distracted", his first album since 2020. Hear the bass phenom stretch out with guests including Tame Impala, Mac Miller, Lil Yachty, and Willow.

Gov’t Mule Expands 2026 Tour With “Kicking In Your Stall” Summer Run
Concerts & Tours

Gov’t Mule Expands 2026 Tour With “Kicking In Your Stall” Summer Run

Gov’t Mule has expanded its 2026 tour schedule with the “Kicking In Your Stall” summer run, featuring headlining dates across the U.S. from July through August.

At Red Rocks Vulfpeck Brings the Party While Joe Dart Brings the Pocket
Bass Videos

At Red Rocks Vulfpeck Brings the Party While Joe Dart Brings the Pocket

Vulfpeck hits Red Rocks and opens with Dean Town as Joe Dart delivers a deep pocket and a rare Aguilar and GK rig twist.

Napalm Death’s Shane Embury Goes Deep on Debut Solo Album “Bridge to Resolution”
New Albums

Napalm Death’s Shane Embury Goes Deep on Debut Solo Album “Bridge to Resolution”

Shane Embury has announced his debut solo album, Bridge to Resolution, and shared the first single, “Spasm Prayer.” The album arrives June 26.

A Faster Way to Play Octaves: The Thumb and Index String Crossing Technique
Bass Gym

A Faster Way to Play Octaves: The Thumb and Index String Crossing Technique

Struggling with fast octave lines? This thumb and index bass technique makes string crossing smoother, faster, and more ergonomic.

Stefan Lessard Turns an Extended “Crush” into Pure Feel with Dave Matthews Band
Bass Videos

Stefan Lessard Turns an Extended “Crush” into Pure Feel with Dave Matthews Band

Dave Matthews Band open up “Crush” in this extended live version, with Stefan Lessard delivering a deep, steady groove on Music Man bass.

Gene Simmons Expands 2026 Solo Tour With New West Coast Shows
Concerts & Tours

Gene Simmons Expands 2026 Solo Tour With New West Coast Shows

Gene Simmons has added three West Coast solo tour dates for July 2026, with support from Sebastian Bach, Lita Ford, and Quiet Riot on select shows.