Leland Sklar Inducted Into the Musicians Hall of Fame After Decades of Hits
Legendary session bassist Leland Sklar was inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame in Nashville, joining the 2026 class alongside Michael McDonald, Keith Urban, Dann Huff, and more.
No Volume Knob, No Problem: Joe Dart’s New Sterling by Music Man Bass Leads 2026 Crop
Sterling by Music Man and Vulfpeck bassist Joe Dart have unveiled the 2026 Crop basses, including the returning Joe Dart I and new Joe Dart Vision.
Claypool Lennon Delirium Drop Psychedelic Concept Album The Great Parrot-Ox and the Golden Egg of Empathy
Les Claypool and Sean Ono Lennon unveil "The Great Parrot-Ox and the Golden Egg of Empathy," a psychedelic concept album exploring A.I., empathy, and free will.
Remembering Kiyoshi Kitagawa, Beloved Jazz Bassist and Kenny Barron Trio Mainstay
Jazz bassist Kiyoshi Kitagawa, longtime member of Kenny Barron’s trio and a fixture of the New York jazz scene, has passed away at 67.
Geese Announce Expanded 2026 “Getting Killed Again” Tour with Fall Dates
Geese have announced their 2026 “Getting Killed Again” tour with dates across Europe and North America, including a new fall headlining run.
Hot Chocolate Bassist Tony Wilson, Co-Writer of “You Sexy Thing,” Passes Away
Tony Wilson, Hot Chocolate co-founder, bassist, and co-writer of “You Sexy Thing,” has died at age 89. His son confirmed the news in a tribute.
Wolfgang Van Halen’s Mammoth Drops Summer 2026 Tour Dates
Wolfgang Van Halen’s Mammoth has announced summer 2026 tour dates in support of "The End", with Ronnie Ficarro handling live bass duties.
Sandberg Founder Holger Stonjek Chronicles 40 Years of Bass History in New Book
Sandberg Guitars founder Holger Stonjek has released "The Face of Bass," a 154-page book chronicling the company’s 40-year journey from a cowshed workshop to a global bass brand.
“Wilco Live (Yellow)” Captures John Stirratt’s Warm, Inventive Bass Lines
Wilco has released "Wilco Live (Yellow)," a 22-song live collection featuring performances from 2019 to 2024 and bassist John Stirratt’s melodic approach.
Inside Geddy Lee’s New Custom Rickenbacker 4000V Bass for Rush’s Return
Rickenbacker reveals a custom 4000V bass built for Geddy Lee ahead of Rush’s reunion tour, featuring vintage specs, unique finishes, and classic pickups.
FruitFX Space Cube Combines Square-Wave Fuzz With PLL Madness
FruitFX Pedals has introduced the Space Cube, a hand-assembled fuzz pedal that combines square-wave fuzz with a PLL for synth-like tones.
Weekly Top 10: Harley Benton, Sunn Amps, Serek Basses, and More
Harley Benton’s BassTheWorld Signature bass, Sunn Amps’ Beta Mini, Serek Basses, Todd Rundgren, Thundercat, and more make this week’s top 10 list.