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.
HeadRush Introduces the FRFR MKII 108 and 112 Powered Speaker Cabinets
HeadRush has unveiled two new full-range flat-response cabinets with the FRFR MKII 108 and 112 powered speaker cabinets. The cabs, which work for guitar or bass, are rated at 2,000 and 2,500 watts, respectively.
Jerry Harrison and Adrian Belew’s “Remain In Light” Tour Returns for 2024 with Julie Slick
Jerry Harrison and Adrian Belew are teaming up once again to bring the “Remain In Light” tour back. The duo has put together a stellar band to perform and celebrate music from the Talking Heads’ “Remain In Light” era, including bassist Julie Slick.
Cosmic Country: An Interview with Will “Mustang” McGee
As part of Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country, Will “Mustang” McGee has been all around the U.S. to share the group’s awesome blend of country rock jams. We caught up with McGee in this new interview.
Phil Jones Announces the Bass Engine BE-17 Bass Combo
Phil Jones Bass has announced a new bass combo amp dubbed the Bass Engine, aka the BE-17. Fitted with a custom proprietary 7-inch speaker, the new model features a linear analog preamp matched to a class D amplifier that dishes out 70 watts.
Dominique Di Piazza Publishes “The Ultimate Right Hand Technique Book”
Dominique Di Piazza has many incredible aspects to his playing, but specifically his right hand technique is astounding. Now the secrets of his style have been revealed in a new instructional book called “The Ultimate Right Hand Technique Book.”
Dusty Hill’s 1953 Precision Becomes Second Highest Selling Bass in History
Julien’s Auctions has released the results of the “The Collection of Dusty Hill of ZZ Top” auction, and the figures are staggering.
“Bass Gym 101 – Chords & Harmonic Accompaniments” Instructional Book Available Now
Start stretching because it’s time to hit the gym again. Marek Bero has added a new book to his “Bass Gym 101” series to strengthen your knowledge of chords and harmonic accompaniments.
Bass of the Week: BL Design Caracal 5
BL Design shared one of their recent builds and it stopped me in my tracks. This Caracal 5 is a five-string bass with a 35-inch scale and an incredible crotch walnut top.
Joshua Crumbly Announces New EP, “P.S.”
Following his full-length solo albums “Rise” and “ForEver,” bassist and composer Joshua Crumbly announced a new EP called “P.S.” Here’s a preview.
Flea and Red Hot Chili Peppers Extend “Unlimited Love” Tour Into 2024
Flea and the Red Hot Chili Peppers are keeping the love going next year by extending their “Unlimited Love” tour into 2024.