Electro-Harmonix Launches Pico POG Octave Pedal
Electro-Harmonix has introduced the Pico POG, which marks the smallest and most powerful in their POG series. The Polyphonic Octave Generator offers octave up and down sounds in a compact stompbox.
HeadCat Reissues to Include Previously Unreleased Lemmy Recordings
The late, great Lemmy Kilmister was a rock and roll icon through and through, but he also had a deep love for rockabilly. Now, BMG is reissuing several pieces of Headcat’s recorded output.
Mission Engineering and Fender Team Up To Revive Sunn Amplifiers
After decades of darkness, the Sunn will rise again. Mission Engineering and Fender have teamed up to announce the return of Sunn Amplifiers, a brand from the ’60s and ’70s.
Hannah Marks Announces Debut Album, “Outsider, Outlier”
Bassist Hannah Marks has announced her debut album, “Outsider, Outlier,” which will be released on October 20th. The album combines her early alt-rock influences with her jazz training for a blend of sounds and genres.
Crowbar Announces Headlining Tour
Crowbar has announced a new headlining tour for 2023. The band is anchored by bassist Shane Wesley, who joined Crowbar in 2018 following the departure of Todd Strange.
Quadvium, Featuring Steve Di Giorgio and Jeroen Paul Thesseling, Announces Full Lineup
In 2019, the monstrous fretless bass duo of Steve Di Giorgio and Jeroen Paul Thesseling announced they were working together on a Quadvium project. The two-bass band has now revealed their completed lineup.
Darkglass Electronics Introduces the Microtubes X 900 Bass Amp
Darkglass Electronics has expanded its amp lineup with the Microtubes X 900. The new amp takes its preamp from the company’s X Series pedals and packages it with a Class D 900-watt amplifier.
Bass of the Week: Ristic Guitars #001
This week, we’re checking out Bass #001 by Ristic Guitars. Handmade by luthier Sasa Ristic, the beautiful bass features neck-through construction with a five-piece maple neck, mahogany body wings, and a curly maple top.
Magnolia Pictures Acquires “Immediate Family” Film
“The Wrecking Crew” is one of the most interesting and inspiring documentaries on session musicians ever made. Filmmaker Denny Tedesco has been working on a follow-up called “Immediate Family,” and now it’s getting even closer to release.
In Memoriam: Neal Langford
Former Shins bassist Neal Langford has died at the age of 50. The cause of death is unclear, but foul play is not suspected. Shins frontman James Mercer shared the news on Instagram.
New Phil Lynott Book Coming This Fall
Thin Lizzy bassist and frontman Phil Lynott is the subject of a new photo book. Rufus Publications has announced “Portraits of Phil Lynott” will be released this November to celebrate the late rocker.
In Memoriam: Randy Meisner
The Eagles have announced that founding bassist Randy Meisner has died from complications of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. He was 77 years old.