Ben Bennett: Bass Playthrough of Xoth’s “Battlesphere”
This may be some of the most aggressive thumping and plucking you’ve ever seen. Death metal band Xoth just released this video of bassist Ben Bennett playing through their song “Battlesphere,” and he absolutely beats the music out of his bass.
Xvive Introduces the G1 Butterfly Guitar Stand
Xvive has announced the G1 Butterfly Guitar Stand, a compact stand that accommodates bass guitar, electric guitar, acoustic guitar, and more. Designed in Germany, the stand cradles your instrument in an upright position.
In Memoriam: Laura Lynch
Sad news to report today as Laura Lynch, bassist and founder of The Chicks (formerly the The Dixie Chicks), died in a car crash in Texas. She was 65 years old.
Geddy Lee’s Toronto Stop on Book Tour Filmed for CBC Special
For all of us that didn’t get to attend Geddy Lee’s “My Effin’ Life” book tour, it looks like we’re in luck: Lee’s stop at Toronto’s Massey Hall was reportedly filmed for a special episode of CBC Music’s “Live at Massey Hall.”
Mark Egan Announces New Trio Album, “Cross Currents”
Bass legend Mark Egan has formed Potent Trio with drummer Shawn Pelton and guitarist Shane Theriot. Moreover, the group has announced an album for this coming spring.
Summer School Electronics Introduces the Half Day Compressor Pedal
Summer School Electronics has added a new pedal to their lineup with the Half Day Compressor, which the company describes as a Ross-style compressor with modern amenities.
The Blue Note Quintet, Featuring Matt Brewer, Announce Tour Dates
Blue Note Records will be celebrating their 85th anniversary in 2024. To do so, they’ve assembled the Blue Note Quintet, an all-star collective of Blue Note recording artists that will tour the U.S. from January through March.
Jad Freer Announces CAPO Tim Lefebvre Edition Preamp
Bass great Tim Lefebvre was the very first player to use the Jad Freer CAPO preamp and owns serial #001. Now the company has collaborated with him to create a signature edition of the pedal.
Children Of Bodom’s Final Concert Released As New Live Album
Children of Bodom released ten studio albums, two live albums, two EPs, two compilation albums, and one DVD over their 26-year career. Turmoil led the group to break up in 2019. Their final show has been released as the close of the band’s career.
Bass of the Week: Serek Basses Lucite Lincoln
I’ve always been fascinated by the old lucite basses from the ’70s, so when Serek Basses unveiled a trio of lucite instruments, my interest was piqued. Here’s the Lucite Lincoln.
Star-Studded Bubba Bash Returns for 2024 to Benefit Cedars-Sinai Hospital
This past January, YYNOT’s Bubba Bash raised over $100,000 for Cedars-Sinai Hospital in memory of late Rush drummer Neil Peart. Now the fundraising event is back for more in early 2024.
“Immediate Family” Documentary Now Streaming
At long last, the documentary “Immediate Family” is available to stream. Denny Tedesco’s latest film tells the story of a legendary group of session musicians that shaped the music of the ’70s, ’80s, and beyond - including Leland Sklar.