Sullivan Fortner Trio Reworks Dizzy Gillespie’s “Show Nuff” Live at BIMHUIS
A fast, straight ahead take on “Show Nuff” by Dizzy Gillespie that cooks from the jump, with Tyrone Allen’s upright bass setting the pace and keeping it there.
Eva Gardner on Touring with P!nk, The Mars Volta, and Life as a Working Bassist
Eva Gardner shares her journey from Mars Volta to P!nk, with insights on touring, tone, and building a lasting career as a working bassist.
Throwback: The Police Tear Through “Message in a Bottle” Live in 1980
From the early days of The Police, this performance captures Sting on fretless, pushing “Message in a Bottle” with energy, movement, and a lead-style approach.
A Real World Test for the Ibanez 6 String Jazz MDM1606 with Tay Grace H
A smooth demo of the Ibanez MDM1606, with Tay Grace H exploring tone, groove, and six string range in a relaxed fusion performance.
Bass Giants Unite: Marcus Miller, Christian McBride, and More at International Jazz Day 2026 in Chicago
Chicago hosts a rare gathering of bass talent as Marcus Miller, Christian McBride, and James Genus join a stacked International Jazz Day lineup.
Chick Corea’s Elektric Band Final Performance Features John Patitucci at Tokyo Jazz
The Elektric Band’s final show captures John Patitucci on 6 string bass, driving fast paced progressive jazz with the group locked in at full strength.
Muse Dig Deep on “Cryogen” as Chris Wolstenholme Unleashes Crushing Low End
Chris Wolstenholme’s signature Status bass cuts through Muse’s new “Cryogen” live release, with heavy, gritty tone and strong low-end presence.
Donny Benét Dials In a ’59 P-Bass & a Vintage Ken Smith for “Midnight Appointment”
A 1959 Fender P-Bass sets the mood as Donny Benét leans into a Paul Jackson-inspired groove that pulls you in and holds you there.
Radiohead’s “Everything In Its Right Place” Gets a Live Jazz Overhaul
A one-take jazz version of Radiohead’s “Everything In Its Right Place” features upright bassist Bob DeBoo shaping the groove and pushing the band.
Nate Mendel Keeps It Heavy on “Caught In the Echo” with Foo Fighters ON SNL UK
This SNL UK performance of Caught In the Echo finds Nate Mendel keeping Foo Fighters tight with a steady, focused groove.
Wes Stephenson Takes a Standout Solo on “Slide Rule” with Mark Lettieri Group
Mark Lettieri Group locks into Slide Rule before Wes Stephenson steps out with a standout solo and sub octave groove.
Watch J.M. Popo Tackle Chick Corea’s “Spain” in a High-Energy Trio Setting
J.M. “Popo” powers through “Spain” on a custom STR 6-string, blending precision, energy, and a tight solo in this modern trio performance.