Bass of the Week: Davie504’s Diamond Play Button Bass
Popular YouTuber Davie504 recently passed 10 million subscribers on his channel, earning him a Diamond Play Button from the company. The creative bassist knew just what to do with it: turn it into a bass.
Primus Releases Details and 11-Minute Song from Upcoming EP
Recently we shared the news that a new Primus EP was on the way, and now Les Claypool and the gang have revealed more details about it including the epic 11-minute opening track.
Meshuggah Returns With “Immutable”
Meshuggah has returned with another crushing album called “Immutable”, which sees the band’s heavy and odd-metered music taken to a new level.
Cliff Burton Museum to Open May 14th
It’s been nearly thirty-six years since Metallica’s fateful bus accident that ended Cliff Burton’s life in Sweden. A memorial stone was placed at Dörarp near the site of the crash back in 2006, but now a full museum is opening on May 14th.
Pink Floyd Releases First New Song in 28 Years
For the first time in 28 years, Pink Floyd has released a brand new song. “Hey Hey Rise Up” was recorded on March 30th as a means to raise money for Ukrainian humanitarian relief.
Taurus Amps Introduces Qube-350 Acoustic Bass Amp
Taurus Amps has unveiled a new amp aimed at upright bassists. Although The Qube-350 Acoustic was made with upright in mind, it works great for bass guitars, making it a good option for doublers.
Ernie Ball Hyper Slinky Bass Strings Now Available
Ernie Ball unveiled a new set of their Slinky Bass Strings back in 2020, and now they’re available. The Hyper Slinky Bass strings offer a new gauge set of .040, .060, .080, and .100.
The Stick Men Release Limited Edition EP, Tour Dates
The Stick Men have just released a limited edition EP, marking the trio’s first new music in six years. “Tentacles” is a five-song collection that runs 30 minutes, but that’s plenty of time for the band to dig in.
Oteil Burbridge Announces New “Oteil & Friends” Tour Dates
Oteil Burbridge has announced a new set of tour dates with his project Oteil & Friends. The band on this go-around will include keyboardist Melvin Seals, guitarists Steve Kimock and Eric Krasno, and drummer John Kimock.
Kiesel Guitars Introduces the Modern J-Bass
Kiesel has updated their JB bass lineup with the MJ, aka Modern J-Bass. The new take removes the pickguard to fully display each bass’s top woods.
Abbath Release Third Solo Album, “Dread Reaver”, with Mia Wallace
Black metal legend Abbath has returned with his third solo album, entitled Dread Reaver. While Abbath handles bass on five of the album’s tracks, the remaining four are handled by bassist Mia Wallace.
Bass of the Week: Mangrum Basses Echo Hollow Body Bass
Recently, I was able to check Consider the Source on their Hybrid Acoustic/Electric tour. John Ferrara told me about a bass he got to try by Dan Mangrum of Mangrum Basses. The bass builder picked Ferrara’s brain for what he calls the “Echo”.