Roger Waters’ “The Lockdown Sessions” Coming to CD and Vinyl
Roger Waters has been working hard on his re-recording of the Pink Floyd classic “Dark Side of The Moon.” While that project is being wrapped up, he’s announced a CD and vinyl edition of his most recent album, “The Lockdown Sessions.”
Bass of the Week: RIM Custom Guitars Marseer Swallowtail 5
This week we’re checking out a custom bass built by Robbie McDade of RIM Custom Guitars. This Marseer Swallowtail 5 was crafted with neck-through construction, complete with an ash and wenge neck with sycamore body wings.
Von Frankenstein Monster Gear Launches Alan Robert Signature Bass Strings
Von Frankenstein Monster Gear has unveiled two new sets of signature bass strings with Life of Agony’s Alan Robert. Robert’s Agonizers and Ten Tone Terror are stainless steel strings that are handcrafted one string at a time.
Thundercat Teams Up With Tame Impala For New Music
Bass virtuoso Thundercat has released a new collaboration with Tame Impala’s Kevin Parker. “No More Lies” is the bassist’s first official single since his 2020 album, It Is What It Is, and may be the start of something bigger.
Origin Effects Unveils the DCX Bass Tone Shaper and Drive Pedal
Origin Effects has unveiled a new pedal inspired by the iconic UA 610 recording preamp. The DCX Bass is a tone shaper and drive pedal that offers vintage analog tones with precision EQ.
Michael Anthony Speaks on Unreleased Van Halen Archive Material
Eddie Trunk’s full interview with former Van Halen bassist Michael Anthony has been posted, and it seems fans may be hearing more from the VH archives soon.
Motörhead Announces “Live at the Montreux Jazz Festival 2007”
More material from the Motörhead archives is about to see the light of day. The legendary rock band’s performance at the 2007 Montreux Jazz Festival will be released as an album.
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.