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”.
Geezer Butler Launches NFT Graphic Novel
Black Sabbath’s Geezer Butler has gotten into the NFT game for a good cause. He’s teamed up with YellowHeartNFT to unveil “The Antibody,” a graphic novel broken up into separate chapters as animated, limited edition NFTs to tell the story.
Spector Unveils NS Pulse II Basses
Spector has launched a new set of basses in its NS Pulse series with the NS Pulse II. The four- and five-string basses now have three new matte finishes, while the new six-string model comes in Black Stain.
Bass Freq’s Podcast Launches Season 2 with Billy Sheehan
Dunlop’s awesome Bass Freq’s Podcast, hosted by bassist Josh Paul, has just launched its second season. The show is jumping back in with a bang as Paul gets deep with bass master Billy Sheehan.
Dave Mustaine Reveals Bassist For Upcoming Megadeth Album
Ever since David Ellefson was removed from Megadeth, fans have been wondering who replaced his bass lines on the upcoming album. Finally, frontman Dave Mustaine has revealed that Steve DiGiorgio stepped in.
Flea and the Red Hot Chili Peppers Return with “Unlimited Love”
At long last, the Red Hot Chili Peppers have returned with a full-length studio album. “Unlimited Love” is a return to the classic lineup of Anthony Kiedis, Flea, Chad Smith, and John Frusciante.
Bass Profile: Carolina Enriquez of Margaritas Podridas
Margaritas Podridas is a killer alternative rock band hailing from Hermosillo, Mexico that channels the ferocity of grunge and the melancholy of shoegaze. We caught up with bassist Carolina Enriquez to get the scoop.
Stories Behind the Songs: David Hood
The story of Muscle Shoals as a recording mecca is simply incredible. We’re thrilled to share the return of our “Stories Behind the Songs” series, with the great David Hood sharing 15 of his memorable tracks.