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Ibanez Revives the Iceman Bass with Two New Models for 2026
Basses

Ibanez Revives the Iceman Bass with Two New Models for 2026

Ibanez brings back the iconic Iceman Bass for 2026 with two new models, the ICB620 and ICB720FM, blending metal roots with modern electronics.

Peavey Unveils MegaBass 410 and 115: Lightweight 1,200-Watt Bass Cabinets
Amps

Peavey Unveils MegaBass 410 and 115: Lightweight 1,200-Watt Bass Cabinets

Peavey expands its miniMEGA line with the new MegaBass 410 and 115 cabinets, delivering 1,200 watts of power in lightweight designs.

Mike Gordon Returns to the Road with a Spring 2026 Solo Run
Concerts & Tours

Mike Gordon Returns to the Road with a Spring 2026 Solo Run

Mike Gordon returns to the road this spring with a March 2026 solo tour, bringing his full band to venues across the East Coast.

Thank You Scientist Parts Ways with Bassist Cody McCorry, Welcomes Sam Smith
News

Thank You Scientist Parts Ways with Bassist Cody McCorry, Welcomes Sam Smith

Thank You Scientist announce the departure of bassist Cody McCorry after 10 years and welcome Sam Smith of Art Thief as his replacement.

John Paul Jones Auctions Personal Studio Gear, Including Vintage Guild Thunderbass Amp
Amps

John Paul Jones Auctions Personal Studio Gear, Including Vintage Guild Thunderbass Amp

John Paul Jones has teamed with Soundgas to auction personal studio gear, highlighted by a rare mid-’60s Guild Thunderbass amp.

Haken Announce Departure of Charlie Griffiths and Longtime Bassist Conner Green
News

Haken Announce Departure of Charlie Griffiths and Longtime Bassist Conner Green

Prog-metal band Haken have announced the departure of guitarist Charlie Griffiths and bassist Conner Green after more than a decade.

Inside the Marleaux Spock: Logic Mesh Innovation Meets Pure Bass Tone
Bass of the Week

Inside the Marleaux Spock: Logic Mesh Innovation Meets Pure Bass Tone

Hand-built in Germany, the Marleaux Spock pairs a Logic Mesh top with lightweight design and flexible electronics for clear, modern bass tone.

Peter Gabriel Launches New Album Cycle With “Been Undone,” Featuring Tony Levin
New Albums

Peter Gabriel Launches New Album Cycle With “Been Undone,” Featuring Tony Levin

Peter Gabriel has released “Been Undone,” the first track from his upcoming "o/i" album, featuring longtime collaborator and bassist Tony Levin.

Greg Norton and Ultrabomb Return with New Single “Artificial Stars”
New Albums

Greg Norton and Ultrabomb Return with New Single “Artificial Stars”

Ultrabomb return with “Artificial Stars,” the first single from The Bridges That We Burn, due April 3rd. Hear Greg Norton’s latest.

Eric Richardson Releases Beginner Worship Bass Guide “Your First Steps Beyond Roots”
Sheet Music & Instruction

Eric Richardson Releases Beginner Worship Bass Guide “Your First Steps Beyond Roots”

Bassist Eric Richardson releases "Your First Steps Beyond Roots," a concise new ebook helping worship bassists add tasteful movement without overplaying.

Bobby Vega on Pick Playing, Tone, and Why the Instrument Chooses the Strings
Bassists

Bobby Vega on Pick Playing, Tone, and Why the Instrument Chooses the Strings

Legendary bassist Bobby Vega discusses pick playing, tone, string choice, and musical expression in a wide-ranging interview with WOW BASS.

Kreator Set First U.S. Tour Since 2024, Featuring Bassist Frédéric Leclercq
Concerts & Tours

Kreator Set First U.S. Tour Since 2024, Featuring Bassist Frédéric Leclercq

German thrash metal legends Kreator return to the U.S. in 2026 with the “Krushers of the USA” tour, supporting their upcoming album "Krushers of the World."