Weekly Top 10: Rush Returns, Joe Lally Talks New Music, and Sadowsky Goes Six-String
Rush returned with a surprise new lineup, Joe Lally discussed The Messthetics and Fugazi, and Sadowsky unveiled new MetroExpress six-string basses in this week’s Top 10.
Angine de Poitrine Follow Viral KEXP Session With New Album, “Vol. II”
Microtonal art rock duo Angine de Poitrine return with Vol. II, expanding on the sound that made their Live on KEXP session a viral hit.
Bassists.com Launches a New Way to Explore the Bass Universe
No Treble founder Corey Brown has launched Bassists.com, a new music discovery site featuring bassist profiles, artist connections, discographies, videos, and an interactive map.
Jack White Drops Two New Singles Ahead of This Weekend’s SNL Appearance
Jack White has released “G.O.D. and the Broken Ribs” and “Derecho Demonico” ahead of his April 4 Saturday Night Live appearance, with Dominic Davis delivering a standout bass moment.
Bill Laswell Needs Our Help: GoFundMe Launched for Visionary Bassist and Producer
A GoFundMe has been launched to support Bill Laswell as the legendary bassist and producer faces ongoing health challenges and mounting living and medical expenses.
Thundercat Returns With “Distracted,” His Most Expansive Album Yet
Thundercat is back with "Distracted", his first album since 2020. Hear the bass phenom stretch out with guests including Tame Impala, Mac Miller, Lil Yachty, and Willow.
Gov’t Mule Expands 2026 Tour With “Kicking In Your Stall” Summer Run
Gov’t Mule has expanded its 2026 tour schedule with the “Kicking In Your Stall” summer run, featuring headlining dates across the U.S. from July through August.
Napalm Death’s Shane Embury Goes Deep on Debut Solo Album “Bridge to Resolution”
Shane Embury has announced his debut solo album, Bridge to Resolution, and shared the first single, “Spasm Prayer.” The album arrives June 26.
Gene Simmons Expands 2026 Solo Tour With New West Coast Shows
Gene Simmons has added three West Coast solo tour dates for July 2026, with support from Sebastian Bach, Lita Ford, and Quiet Riot on select shows.
Sadowsky Debuts MetroExpress 6-String Bass Line with Modern and Vintage J/J Models
Sadowsky has introduced its MetroExpress 6-string bass line after two years of prototyping, with Modern and Vintage J/J models developed with input from Steve Bailey.
Doug Irwin Dies at 76: Master Guitar Builder Also Left His Mark on Bass History
Doug Irwin, the legendary luthier behind Jerry Garcia’s Wolf, Tiger, Rosebud, and more, has died at 76. He also left a lasting mark on bass history.
Bass of the Week: Devon Bass J6 Modern Stuns with Dye-Stabilized Boxwood Burl
Devon Smullen’s J6 Modern pairs a vivid dye-stabilized boxwood burl top with Bartolini dual-coil pickups, a Gregory 18-volt preamp, and premium custom details.