David Byrne’s Stripped-Down Band Highlights Inventive Bass Work at Tiny Desk
David Byrne brings a lively, joyful Tiny Desk set, and Kely Pinheiro’s steady Bass lines keep the groove locked in as the band leans fully into the fun.
Nick Fyffe Grooves in Newly Released 2001 Jamiroquai “Love Foolosophy” on Later with Jools Holland
Jamiroquai revisits their 2001 era with a fresh release from Later with Jools Holland showing Nick Fyffe locked into the smooth and heavy Love Foolosophy pocket.
Inside the Groove: Riccardo Oliva’s Bass Work with the Matteo Mancuso Trio at Montreal
Riccardo Oliva brings serious heat in this live cut from Montreal Jazz Fest, driving the trio with fast, aggressive lines on his 6-string Ibanez.
A Dingwall in the Spotlight: Nick Campbell Leads a Wild Groove on “For Your Consideration”
Nick Campbell’s instrumental trio performance shines with tight interplay and a clear Dingwall-driven groove.
Halftime: Jack White’s Set Gets Its Low-End Edge from Dominic John Davis as Eminem Joins the Moment
Jack White opened the Thanksgiving halftime show with a fiery set featuring bassist Dominic John Davis on a vintage Jazz Bass before Eminem’s surprise appearance.
Pino Palladino and Simon Phillips Deliver a Masterclass at Zoetermeer
Pino Palladino teams up with Philip Saisse and Simon Phillips for a tight jazz fusion performance filled with sharp lines bold grooves and players pushing each other forward.
The Steve Morse Band Shares “Triangulation,” With Dave LaRue Delivering a Standout Bass Performance
Dave LaRue brings a clear and powerful Bongo tone to the Steve Morse Band’s new “Triangulation” video, delivering tight progressive rock lines with his signature touch.
How Ben Williams and Nate Smith Shape the Pulse of ‘UNDEFEATED’ at KEXP
Ben Williams brings warm tone and deep feel to Nate Smith’s UNDEFEATED at KEXP, offering a clear look at how a bassist and drummer can shape a live groove together.
Robert Trujillo Drops a Heavy, Unrelenting Bass Hammer with Metallica in Melbourne’s “Seek & Destroy”
Rob Trujillo brings a powerful low end to Metallica’s new Seek and Destroy release, digging in on his gold Warwick during the band’s high energy Melbourne performance.
How Michael League’s Nik Huber Signature Bass Locks In with the Metropole Orkest on Snarky Puppy’s New Performance
Michael League feels heavy in the recent Snarky Puppy performance with the Metropole Orkest, using his Nik Huber bass and a sub octave effects.
MonoNeon Explores the Outer Limits on “Tell Me That This Love Ain’t Real” for the Nord Live Session
This Nord Live Session of “Tell Me That This Love Ain’t Real” shows MonoNeon taking the bass into free-form, adventurous territory at the forefront of modern expression.
A Powerhouse CMA Performance: Chris Stapleton and Bassist J.T. Cure Bring ‘Bad As I Used to Be’ to Life
Chris Stapletons CMA performance gets an extra lift from J T Cures rich Guild Starfire tone and rare close ups that highlight the bassist shaping the whole groove.