Paul McCartney Launches New Podcast
Paul McCartney has launched a new podcast with poet Paul Muldoon called “McCartney: A Life in Lyrics.” The podcast is a chance for the friends to dig into the bassist and songwriter’s life and songs.
Lee Rocker Confirms Stray Cats Reunion, Announces Solo Tour
There’s a rockabilly reunion coming next year, as Lee Rocker has confirmed that the Stray Cats are planning their first shows since 2019. Rocker is gearing up for the reunion by taking his own band out on the road this fall.
Ashdown Introduces the Pro-DI Pedal
Ashdown has been rolling out loads of new bass gear this summer, and they’re not done. They’ve just unveiled the Ashdown Pro DI pedal, which they say was designed to meet the needs of the “new” touring bass player.
Geddy Lee Unveils North American “My Effin’ Life” Book Tour
After announcing a UK book tour, fans didn’t have to wait long for Geddy Lee to unveil his North American appearances. The “My Effin’ Life In Conversation” tour is coming to the U.S. and Canada.
KCB Collective, with Scott Colley, Release “Perspective”
Benjamin Koppel, Scott Colley, and Brian Blade formed the KCB Collective ten years ago. Each trio member is known as a world-class jazz musician, and their new album, “Perspective,” solidifies that fact while showing their range.
Bass of the Week: ESP Exhibition Limited 2023 OM Bass 6
ESP’s custom shop in Tokyo, Japan, unleashed a line of one-of-a-kind instruments crafted by their master luthiers. The lineup included one bass: the OM Bass-6. The bass centers around a seven-piece neck made from maple, walnut, and purpleheart.
Lane, Gregorius, and O’Bryan Smith Release “Emergence”
The trio of Brannan Lane, John Gregorius, and bassist Sean O’Bryan Smith have teamed up to release “Emergence,” an eight-song collection that explores ambient soundscapes and textures.
Lusithand Devices Introduces Alma Comp MKII Bass Compressor Pedal
Lusithand Devices has revamped its Alma Comp for 2023 with an MKII edition. The circuit, which is tailored to the bass, has been upgraded with a three-way toggle switch, top-mounted jacks, and visual compression indication.
Geddy Lee Announces “My Effin’ Life” Book Tour
Geddy Lee’s long-awaited memoir, “My Effin’ Life,” is scheduled to release on November 14th. Now, the bass icon has announced a tour to support it.
Ashdown Relaunches the CTM-15 Bass Amp
Ashdown has reintroduced the CTM-15 all-tube desktop bass amp for 2023. The low-wattage amp delivers 15 watts of tube tone in a compact enclosure that now includes built-in load and headphone outputs for silent use.
Mohini Dey Releases Self-Titled Debut Solo Album
After years of recording, performing, and sharing her talents on social media, Mohini Dey has released her debut solo album. Although there’s a wide range of genres, they’re put together for a cohesive sound.
NICKO Explores Ambient Tones On “CONTEXT I”
After releasing a debut album earlier this year, bassist and electronic producer NICKO has returned with a second album. While his first record took its cues from video game soundtracks, “CONTEXT I” is his first foray into ambient soundscapes.