Ron Carter Brings Timeless Authority to Emmet Cohen’s “Well You Needn’t”
Ron Carter’s lines drive Monk’s “Well You Needn’t” on Emmet Cohen’s new release, showcasing legendary time, phrasing, and straight ahead bass playing.
Throwback: Miles Davis Turns “Milestones” Loose with Dave Holland on Bass
The year of Bitches Brew, Miles Davis was redefining the band in real time. Dave Holland’s upright work reveals a new role for the bass.
Watch Mark Sandman’s 2-String Slide Bass in This 1994 Morphine Session
A four song Morphine set from 1994 showcases Mark Sandman’s 2 string bass and slide technique, delivering a deep, raw groove with minimal gear.
Jack Bruce, Cream, and “Sunshine Of Your Love” Live at Royal Albert Hall in 2005
Newly released footage from Cream’s 2005 reunion highlights Jack Bruce’s fretless tone as he and Eric Clapton split vocals on this classic track.
Low, Loud, and Locked: Dominic John Davis on SNL with Jack White
Dominic John Davis shapes the sound of Jack White’s SNL debut of “Derecho Demonico,” blending groove, tone, and effects.
Thundercat Takes “Walking on the Moon” Into Orbit on New Release
Still “Walking on the Moon,” Thundercat returns with a second Amazon session clip, floating through chords and groove on his Ibanez six-string.
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.
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.
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.
Donny Benét Channels Pure Groove on “Horses” with a Vintage Fretless Music Man
In this studio session, Donny Benét uses a vintage fretless Music Man to shape “Horses,” proving a simple groove with the right feel can carry everything.
A New Chapter for Rush Begins With a Old Song: “Finding My Way” Live
Rush open a new chapter at the Juno Awards, debuting Anika Nilles on drums with a powerful return to their 1974 track “Finding My Way.”
Marcus Miller Delivers a Masterclass at DC JazzFest 2025 — Full Set Streaming Now
Marcus Miller takes over DC JazzFest 2025 with a full-length set, dialing in his Fender Jazz Bass and Markbass tone across 77 minutes of focused, dynamic playing.