Archive for June 2026 - Page 2
Bass of the Week: Schecter’s FreeZesicle Is Ricky “Freeze” Smith’s Purple Funk Machine
Schecter’s FreeZesicle bass was built for Ricky “Freeze” Smith, pairing a Freeze Purple finish with EMG electronics and Prince-inspired visual details.
Keanu Reeves Handles the Low End in Dogstar’s Full Pinkpop 2026 Set
Keanu Reeves brings the low end to Dogstar’s full Pinkpop 2026 set, playing a Fender PJ bass through a new Gallien Krueger RB rig.
International Society of Bassists Welcomes Electric Bass, Adds Steve Bailey and Victor Wooten
The International Society of Bassists is expanding its mission to include electric bass, with Steve Bailey and Victor Wooten joining the effort.
Photo Set: Marcus King Band Brings Rare Guitars and Big Grooves to Chicago
Photos from Marcus King Band’s Chicago stop at The Salt Shed, featuring Eric Vogel on bass and historic guitars from Garcia and Bloomfield.
Weekly Top 10: ZVEX DB-1 Pedal, Major Pentatonic Bass Lines, Ron Carter, and More
This week’s top bass stories include the ZVEX DB-1, Ryan Madora’s major pentatonic lesson, Ron Carter with Norah Jones, Yes, Fender, and much more.
Fernando Molinari Goes Full Fretless with Marco Minnemann and an All-Star Lineup
Fernando Molinari’s “Gemina” blends fretless bass, progressive fusion, and an all star lineup featuring Marco Minnemann and Mariko Muranaka.
Sixpence None the Richer Bassist Justin Cary Dies at 50
Justin Cary, bassist for Sixpence None the Richer and a Nashville session player, has died at 50 following a stroke. Read about his career and legacy.
La Bella Launches Ian Martin Allison Signature Strings for Short Scale Bass
La Bella Strings has teamed up with Ian Martin Allison once again to introduce a short scale version of his signature strings. Available in four and five-string sets, the new scale option still has the same feel and custom gauges as the original set. “When Ian Martin Allison approached us about doing a signature set of Super Polished strings, he...
All Them Witches Get Heavy on KEXP With a Wildly Modded Rickenbacker Bass
Charles Michael Parks Jr. leads All Them Witches through two heavy KEXP cuts while digging into a battered, modified Rickenbacker bass.
Billy Gould Confirms Faith No More’s 2027 Reunion Tour: “We’re Gonna Play”
Billy Gould has confirmed Faith No More will return to the stage in 2027, marking the influential band’s first shows since 2016.
Fernando Molinari Unleashes Progressive Bass Firepower on “Numen”
Fernando Molinari discusses his new EP, Numen, a progressive instrumental album blending metal, jazz, fusion, flamenco, and bold bass work.
Jethro Tull Opens the Vault for a Live 2008 “Thick As A Brick” Clip
Jethro Tull’s new 2008 live clip of “Thick As A Brick” features Ian Anderson’s flute and David Goodier’s serious bass setup.