Articles by Kevin Johnson - Page 15

Fender refreshes its Squier bass lineup for 2026 with the Mini Precision and updated Sonic Bronco and Precision models in new finishes.

Flea will release "Honora" on March 27, his jazz-focused solo debut featuring Thom Yorke and Nick Cave, followed by an intimate North American and European tour.

Sammy Hagar’s Best of All Worlds 2026 tour brings Michael Anthony back on bass for a career-spanning setlist of Van Halen, solo, and Chickenfoot hits.

Eastwood debuts the Rivolta Duocata Bass, a 30-inch semi-hollow design by Dennis Fano, limited to just 12 instruments worldwide.

The Bad Plus will end their run in 2026 after 26 years. Founders Reid Anderson and Dave King announce final tour dates and special tribute shows.

A closer look at Tony Rombola’s McDiarmid Squid Bass, featuring a mahogany body, spalted maple top, custom squid inlay, and dual pickup system.

Chuck Jacobs, who played bass for Kenny Rogers from 1979 through his final 2017 show, has died at 76 after a career spanning jazz, soul, and country.

Bobby Vega tops No Treble’s first week of 2026, followed by John Paul Jones’ rare studio gear, the Marleaux Spock bass, and more.

Nuclear Audio launches the Fission Drive, a dual-band bass and guitar pedal with independent high and low drives, effects loops, and signal splitting.

Fender teams with Chicago Music Exchange on the Player II Lavender Haze Jazz Bass, featuring "Full Dip" pickups and concentric volume and tone knobs.

Jill Scott’s "To Whom This May Concern" marks her first album in a decade. Listen to standout bass from Adam Blackstone, Om’Mas Keith, and others.

Janek Gwizdala returns with "Clear," a cinematic solo bass album recorded in single takes, using effects and ambience to build immersive soundscapes.