Zakk Sabbath, Featuring Blasko, Announce Double Album Ahead of Tour
Zakk Wylde’s Black Sabbath tribute trio, Zakk Sabbath, is about to hit the road for two months and has just revealed their next album, “Doomed Forever Forever Doomed.”
Harley Benton Introduces Do-It-Yourself MB Style Kit Bass
Harley Benton has introduced a new DIY kit for players who want to build their own bass. The Bass Guitar Kit MB-Style comes with everything you need to assemble your own MB bass.
Peter Gabriel Releases “i/o” with Tony Levin on Bass
At long last, Peter Gabriel’s “i/o” is available. A decade in the making, Gabriel has been drip-feeding fans new singles during full moons.
Bobby Vega’s Groove-laden “What Cha Got” Available Now
The inimitable Bobby Vega has unleashed a new solo album called “What Cha Got,” which is something of a musical self-portrait. Teeming with masterful grooves, the album combines elements of many genres for a mix that Vega admits eschews simple categorization.
Details of “This Is Spinal Tap” Sequel Emerge as Derek Smalls Reissues Solo Debut
It’s been 40 years since This Is Spinal Tap spoofed and celebrated the madness of rock and roll, and now director Rob Reiner has revealed a proper sequel is in the works.
Schecter Introduces Charles Berthoud Signature Bass
Bass virtuoso and YouTube sensation Charles Berthoud has teamed up with Schecter for a new signature bass. The CB-4, which comes in right and left-handed versions, features an ash body, a flamed maple top, a walnut and padauk neck with carbon fiber reinforcements, and a rosewood fingerboard.
Jimbo Hart Leaves Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit
After taking a break from the band earlier this year, Jimbo Hart has announced that he has officially left Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit. The bassist, who co-founded the group with the songwriter, made the announcement on X.
Flower Pedals Introduces the Lupine Fuzz Pedal
Flower Pedals has unveiled the Lupine Fuzz, which combines an analog octave up with a JFET fuzz into one compact pedal.
Adam Blackstone Spreads Holiday Cheer on “A Legacy Christmas”
After appearing on stages and albums for the world’s most famous artists, acclaimed bassist and producer Adam Blackstone released his debut solo album, “Legacy,” in 2022. Now he’s released his first Christmas album with “A Legacy Christmas.”
Bass of the Week: Monkey Bassness No. 22
This week we’re checking out another beautiful instrument by Monkey Bassness. Bass No. 22 has a gorgeous “Red Dragon Blood” dye on its body.
Super7 Introduces New Boosty Collins ReAction Figure
Earlier this year, toy manufacturer Super7 launched a Cliff Burton figure. Now they’re bringing the funk with a new version of the Bootsy Collins ReAction figure.
Two Notes Unveils the Opus Amp Simulator
Two Notes has announced the Opus Amp Simulator, a pedalboard-friendly unit that features preamp and poweramp tube-stage modeling for tone on the go.