Felix Zenger & Jan-Olof Strandberg: Under Construction
Jan-Olof Strandberg shared his latest video with us, and it’s got some serious cool factor going on. He teamed up with beatboxer Felix Zenger for a quick jam session they call “Under Construction.”
Hagar, Anthony, Satriani, and Bonham Announce “Best Of All Worlds” Tour
Michael Anthony will be on the road again next year with Sammy Hagar, Jason Bonham, and Joe Satriani for the “Best of All Worlds” tour. The outing will coincide with the 20th Anniversary of Van Halen’s greatest hits record, “Best of Both Worlds.”
Bass of the Week: MG Bass Guitar Duo Oasis Double Neck
This double neck by MG Bass Guitars sports both a fretted fingerboard and a fretless fingerboard to offer the best of both worlds. We reached out to luthier Mauricio Costa for the scoop.
Leland Sklar and The Immediate Family Announce New Album, “Skin In The Game”
With their documentary getting released in December, the legendary sessions musicians of The Immediate Family have announced their next studio album. “Skin In The Game,” the band’s second full-length studio album, will be released on February 16th.
Rex Brown and Pantera Announce New North American Tour Dates
After wrapping up the first leg earlier this summer, metal titans Pantera have announced a second leg of their North American headlining tour.
Ola Englund Launches Budget-Minded S by Solar Brand with AB4.4C Bass
Ola Englund’s Solar Guitars has just launched a new brand of instruments called S by Solar. The Haunted guitarist and producer says the line provides a maximum value heavy metal instrument at a low price.
Martyn LeNoble To Sit Out Porno For Pyros Farewell Tour
Porno for Pyros excited fans last year when they reunited for a handful of shows, and now they’re gearing up for more. With all the good news comes some less good news as original bassist Martyn LeNoble has announced he won’t be taking part in the tour.
Judas Priest Announces Tour, Releases New Song
Judas Priest has announced the “Invincible Shield” Tour, which will take them across the United States next spring. The band also announced their upcoming album, Invincible Shield, during a performance at the PowerTrip Festival.
Kinga Glyk Announces New Album, “Real Life”
Bassist and composer Kinga Glyk has announced a new album called “Real Life,” which she ways will be released on January 26th. Snarky Puppy leader and 5-time Grammy winner Michael League produced it.
Fusion is Awesome: An Interview with Scott Devine of Scott’s Bass Lessons
In this new interview with Scott Devine of Scott's Bass Lessons, we discuss why fusion gets a bad rap, “The Devine King Project,” why fusion artists don't get the recognition they deserve nowadays, and more.
Geddy Lee’s Memoir, “My Effin’ Life,” Out Now
At long last, Geddy Lee’s new memoir, “My Effin’ Life,” is here. The book covers more than his time in Rush. In it, Lee gets into his family roots, the traumas of his life, his hobbies, and more.
Doom Flamingo, Featuring Ryan Stasik, Announce New Tour Dates
Ryan Stasik and Doom Flamingo has announced a new set of tour dates for 2024. The bassist, also known for his work in Umphrey’s McGee, and the group will be kicking things off on January 26th