Kikuchi Guitars Brings Its Boutique Japanese Bass Craftsmanship to Europe and USA
Japanese boutique bass brand Kikuchi Guitars, led by master luthier Yoshi Kikuchi, is now available in the U.S. and Europe with its Hermes bass lineup.
Stuart Clayton’s New Instructional Book Is a Deep Dive Into the Art of Solo Bass
Stuart Clayton has released "Solo Bass: 18 Solo Pieces for Bass Guitar," a new instructional book featuring original compositions, studies, classical arrangements, and more.
Bryan Beller Anchors Haken’s New Single, “In a Fever Dream”
Haken has returned with “In a Fever Dream,” their first new song in three years. The track features Bryan Beller on bass following Conner Green’s departure.
Signed Les Claypool Whamolas Are Coming to the Claypool Gold Tour
Pachyderm Instruments has announced a limited run of signed Whamola Tour Edition instruments available at the Claypool Gold Tour merch booth.
Steve Swallow Announces First Leader Album in Over a Decade, “Winter Songs”
Jazz bass icon Steve Swallow has announced “Winter Songs,” his first leader date in over a decade and a deeply personal new album for ECM Records.
Electro-Harmonix Unleashes the Deluxe Bass Big Muff 2
Electro-Harmonix has unveiled the Deluxe Bass Big Muff 2, a bass fuzz pedal with Blend, Gate, Crossover, DI output, Direct output, and more.
The Smashing Pumpkins Announce “Rats in a Cage” Tour Celebrating “Mellon Collie” with Jack Bates
The Smashing Pumpkins have announced the “Rats in a Cage” Tour, celebrating Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness with dates across North America.
Geddy Lee Talks Rush’s “50 Something” Tour, Tone, Set List Choices, and Anika Nilles
Geddy Lee sat down with Rick Beato to discuss Rush’s “50 Something” tour, his bass tone, choosing the set list, and working with drummer Anika Nilles.
Marco Ronquillo on Bass, Berklee, and Bringing Latin Grooves to Pop
Bassist Marco Ronquillo discusses his journey from El Salvador to Berklee, his Latin and funk influences, building an online presence, gear, and finding his own voice.
Feel the Low End: Seamoon FX Introduces the More! Pedal
Seamoon FX has introduced More!, a streamlined one-knob bass pedal designed to enhance sub bass frequencies for a tone you feel as much as hear.
Bass of the Week: Dingwall’s D-Roc Custom Euro Spec Roars With Burl-Topped Beauty
This week’s Bass of the Week is the Dingwall D-Roc Custom Euro Spec, a multi-scale bass with a maple burl top, FD3 pickups, and a Matte Tiger Eye Burst finish.
Don Was Brings Detroit Groove Across the U.S. on New 2026 Tour Dates
Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble have announced a new run of 2026 summer tour dates, kicking off July 4th in Portland, Oregon.