Eva Gardner Rocks the Upright Bass on The Mars Volta’s New Acoustic Album
The Mars Volta has released a new album that dives deeper into their 2022 self-titled record. Que Dios Te Maldiga Mi Corazón is an acoustic and reimagined version of their comeback album, “The Mars Volta.”
Bridget Kearney Releases Second Solo Album, “Snakes of Paradise”
Lake Street Dive bassist Bridget Kearney has just released a new album. “Snakes of Paradise” features some of her most personal music yet.
Ernie Ball Adds Short Scale Gauges to Slinky Flatwound Strings
Ernie Ball announced two new sets to their Slinky Flatwound Bass lineup at the NAMM Show. The series now has new string gauge combinations designed for short-scale basses.
Janek Gwizdala Publishes “Decoding Giant Steps for Electric Bass”
John Coltrane’s “Giant Steps” is one of the most daunting jazz standards due to its complex chord changes. Janek Gwizdala has published a book for bassists to get the most out of the song.
Bass of the Week: Shuker Custom Series 2
This Shuker Custom four-string Series 2 Bass has a lot going on. The first thing that catches your eye is its rusted airbrush finish, which has a matte top coat. Then you’re drawn to the hole in the body that acts as a grip.
Pearl Jam Announces First Tour Dates of 2023
Pearl Jam is set to hit the road for the first time this year with a string of summer tour dates from August to September. The band, featuring the great Jeff Ament on bass, will kick things off on August 31st.
Digitech/DOD Relaunches the Meatbox Octaver and Subharmonic Synthesizer Pedal
After being acquired by Cor-Tek, Digitech/DOD has been relaunching some of their most beloved pedals. Now the company has announced the return of the Meatbox Octaver and Subharmonic Synthesizer.
Ernie Ball Music Man Unveils New StingRay Special Bass Colors
The NAMM Show was held in the spring this year, and Ernie Ball Music Man was ready for it with new colors for the StingRay Special. The company revealed four new finishes: Sea Breeze, Laguna Green, Pueblo Pink, and Butter Cream.
Rancid Announces New Album, “Tomorrow Never Comes”
Rancid has announced a new album is coming this year, marking their first new music since 2017’s “Trouble Maker”. “Tomorrow Never Comes” is the group’s tenth album, and Matt Freeman delivers his signature ripping bass lines.
EarthQuaker Devices Introduces the Aurelius Tri-Voice Chorus Pedal
EarthQuaker Devices has announced the Aurelius, a three-mode chorus that has six programmable presets and an expression control.
The Wood Brothers Release “Heart Is The Hero”
The Wood Brothers have returned with “Heart Is The Hero,” and just like every one of their other albums, it’s packed with the amazing bass lines of Chris Wood.hers Release "Heart Is The Hero"
Sting Brings “My Songs World Tour” To North America This Fall
After taking it everywhere, from United Arab Emirates to Singapore, Sting has announced his “My Songs World Tour” will be hitting North America this September and October.