Ron Carter Announces Film Details, Launches Interactive Discography
Ron Carter teased a new documentary back in August, and now we have more details. “Ron Carter: Finding The Right Notes” will be airing on PBS in October. Carter has also launched the Ron Carter Universe, an interactive online discography.
Ringo Starr Returns with “EP3”
Starr has released his third EP, simply called “EP3.” The tracks are anchored by session aces, including Billy Mohler and Nathan East.
Bass Principles: An Interview With Joel Quarrington
Joel Quarrington has been one of the world’s leading double bass players for over forty years. In this wide-ranging interview, we talk about “The Music of Don Thompson”, the pros and cons of being a principal bassist, and much more.
John Patitucci Trio “Live In Italy” Now Available
John Patitucci had a fruitful tour of Italy in July of 2021, and now the rest of the world gets to hear the magic that happened along the way. His new album, “Live In Italy,” features him Chris Potter and Brian Blade.
John Entwistle’s “Rarities Oxhumed” Coming Soon
The estate of bass icon John Entwistle has unveiled a new series of posthumous releases. “Rarities Oxhumed” includes unreleased and remastered studio tracks as well as demos and live recordings.
Nu-X Introduces the Mighty Plug Pro
Nu-X has introduced an enhanced version of their Mighty Plug with the Mighty Plug Pro. The headphone amp features effects, amp modeling, and Impulse Response (IR) cabinet models for bass and guitar.
Ozzy Osbourne Releases “Patient Number 9” With Trujillo, McKagan, and Chaney
Ozzy Osbourne has followed up 2020’s “Ordinary Man” with another solo album, entitled “Patient Number 9.” On the low end of the frequency range are three monstrous bassists: Robert Trujillo, Duff McKagan, and Chris Chaney.
Bass of the Week: Wood Guerilla Basses babyTULIP
This week we’re checking out a TULIP model from Wood Guerilla Basses. Dubbed “HoneyBlackCaramel,” the bass is actually a babyTULIP, which takes the single-cut bass and adds a headless tuning system.
Jennifer Hartswick Releases “Something in the Water” with Christian McBride
Vocalist and trumpeter Jennifer Hartswick has released her third solo album, “Something In The Water,” which she co-wrote with Nick Cassarino. Hartswick also reconnected with her friend and collaborator Christian McBride for the project.
KJ Jensen Publishes “Titans of Bass”
KJ Jensen has released a new book called “Titans of Bass” that gives insight into the tactics, habits, and routines of the world’s top bassists. The author consulted with over 130 artists on perspectives of the bass.
Revocation Releases “Netherheaven”
Revocation has returned with “Netherheaven,” an album that’s been four years in the making and digs deeper into the death metal aspects of their music. Brett Bamberger rips through the riffs with blistering bass lines.
Holeyboard Pedalboards Introduces the Holeyboard Mini
Holeyboard Pedalboards has introduced their smallest design yet with the Holeyboard Mini. Designed to be light and compact, the board is built from 5052 series aircraft aluminum with the company’s signature holey design.