Archive for October 2026
André Cymone Calls for Unity and Action With “All Rise”
Bassist André Cymone returns with “All Rise,” a positive protest song blending funk, soul, and rock with a call for unity, independent thought, and voting.
Brian Cook and Russian Circles Bring a Wall of Sonic Devastation to KEXP
Watch Russian Circles unleash crushing low end and pummeling rhythms at KEXP, with bassist Brian Cook leading the charge through classics and new material.
Anna Butterss Announces Departure From Jason Isbell’s 400 Unit
Anna Butterss has left Jason Isbell's 400 Unit after three years, thanking fans and bandmates as they look ahead to the next chapter of their musical career.
Brian Bromberg Talks Piccolo Bass, Groove, and Starting Over on “Awakening”
Brian Bromberg discusses Awakening, the personal upheaval behind its melodies, and how piccolo bass helped him create an album that puts the songs first.
Brady Watt Reunites with Gary Clark Jr. for Bass & Bars Episode 88
Gary Clark Jr. joins bassist Brady Watt for Bass & Bars episode 88, reconnecting after earlier performances together on tour and at Radio City Music Hall.
Haken Brings “in a fever dream” to North America With Freddie Draper on Bass
Haken announces a 2027 North American tour supporting “in a fever dream,” with Freddie Draper on bass and support from Einar Solberg and Thank You Scientist.
Amels Audio Packs an All-Tube DI Into a Caviar Tin
Amels Audio debuts the Osetra, an all-tube instrument DI with a transformerless Class-A circuit and a numbered, 20-unit Founder’s Edition built into caviar tins.
Watch Ozzy Osbourne’s Final “Mr. Crowley” Performance with Mike Inez on Bass
Ozzy Osbourne’s final concert featured Mike Inez on bass for “Mr. Crowley.” Newly released footage captures a huge Warwick and Ampeg sound alongside Zakk Wylde.
EarthQuaker Gives the Blumes Jr More Low-End Crunch in Limited MOSFET Mod Run
EarthQuaker’s limited-edition Blumes Jr MOSFET Mod brings three clipping voices, added low-end crunch, and a compact design to its bass-focused overdrive pedal.
Meshuggah Unveil 40th Anniversary Tour With Testament and Blood Incantation
Meshuggah celebrate 40 years with a 2027 North American tour featuring Testament and Blood Incantation, bringing three heavy bassists together on one bill.
Nathan East and Friends Bring the Funk on The Meters’ “Cissy Strut”
Nathan East plays his signature Yamaha bass on The Meters’ 1969 classic “Cissy Strut,” joining Guthrie Trapp, Keith Wyatt, and Daison Claiborne for a jam
Goose Announces Seven-Date Spring 2027 Tour
Goose has announced seven spring 2027 tour dates in Georgia and Florida. See the schedule and watch bassist Trevor Weekz dig into “Big Modern!” at Red Rocks.