Cort Launches Elrick NJS Bass Guitars
Luthier Rob Elrick and Cort Guitars have teamed up to release the Elrick NJS series, which celebrates the 30th anniversary of Elrick Basses. It also marks 20 years since Cort and Elrick first introduced the Elrick eVolution Bass.
Katie Thiroux Announces Fall 2022 Jazz Bass Classes
If you’re ready to buckle down and up your jazz bass game, Katie Thiroux has you covered. She’s just announced seven new classes over October and November that will each focus on different aspects of playing.
The Bad Plus Release Self-titled Album With New Lineup
Innovation and renewal have always been in the DNA of The Bad Plus, so it’s only fitting that they’ve once again reinvented themselves. The group, which has historically been a trio, has just released an album that marks their first as a quartet.
Craig Burletic Blends Groove and Country on New Tyler Childers Triple Album
Tyler Childers has been blazing a new musical path by melding country, bluegrass, and folk music. His latest release, “Can I Take My Hounds to Heaven?,” furthers his tonal palette even more, with the help of bassist Craig Burletic.
Walrus Audio Introduces the Eons Five-State Fuzz Pedal
Walrus Audio has introduced a new fuzz pedal called the Eons. The pedal has five selectable fuzz textures for delivering “massively thick sounds.”
Carlo Mombelli Releases “Lullaby For Planet Earth”
South African bassist and composer Carlo Mombelli has released a new album called “Lullaby For Planet Earth,” which evokes beautiful and complex emotions over ten original songs.
Orange Revives Vintage Sustain, Distortion, and Phaser Pedals
Orange Amplification has launched three pedals from their archives with the new Retro 1970s Effects Pedals line. The Orange Phaser, Orange Sustain, and Orange Distortion retain their vintage characteristics while being reworked for the present day.
Berry Oakley, Jr.’s Home Destroyed, GoFundMe Campaign Set Up
Hurricane Ian left a wide path of destruction across Florida and the Southeast United States. Many homes were destroyed, including the home of Berry Duane Oakley. A GoFundMe campaign has been set up to help him and his family.
Bass of the Week: Sletch Guitars Boogie Bass
This week, we’re checking out the Sletch Guitars Boogie Bass. This particular Boogie Bass is the company’s fifth build and is fully handcrafted.
Wasafiri: Wasafiri Theme
Wasafiri has just released their debut album, “Klearlight.” Here’s the video for “Wasafiri Theme”, with bassist Max Gerl sharing the melody with several other members before launching into a blazing, hypnotic, Jaco-esque groove. Hang on tight!
Alberto Rigoni and Michael Manring Release “Grains of Sand”
Bassists Alberto Rigoni and Michael Manring have teamed up release an instrumental album called “Grains of Sand” that ranges from prog to fusion and ambient sounds. The duo has worked together before, most recently on Rigoni’s “Song for Souls.”
Ernie Ball Reveals Ball Family Reserve Fall 2022 Collection
Ernie Ball has announced the Fall 2022 lineup of the limited edition Ball Family Reserve collection, which is set to include two basses, both of which are takes on the StingRay.