Bass of the Week: Aron Bach 4-String Double Cut
Aron Bach built basses under the Tuli name when he lived in Finland. Now he’s settled in the US and has restarted his instrument building. This week, we’re checking out his 4-String Double Cut with a Transparent Faded Blue finish.
Jethro Tull Returns with “The Zealot Gene”
The mighty Jethro Tull have returned with their first studio album in nearly 20 years. The Zealot Gene has been in the works since 2017 when the band’s hiatus came to an end. It also marks David Goodier’s first studio album with the group.
Fender Celebrates Squier with 40th Anniversary Bass Models
It’s been forty years since Fender launched the Squier brand and they’re marking the occasion with a line of 40th Anniversary instruments. There are four basses, including versions of the Jazz Bass and Precision Bass in Gold and Vintage editions.
Boris Kozlov Releases “First Things First”
Boris Kozlov has released a new solo album that is his first for the Posi-Tone label. “First Things First” features an incredible cast of musicians including Art Hirahara, Donny McCaslin, Behn Gillece, and Rudy Royston.
John Zorn and Bill Laswell Team Up for First Duo Album, “The Cleansing”
Although they’ve been musical compatriots since the late ’70s, John Zorn and Bill Laswell have teamed up for their first recorded duo project. The Cleansing features the artists on just also saxophone and bass.
Fodera Introduces “34×24” Emperor 4 Standard Bass
Fodera is kicking off 2022 with the mantra “new year, new model.” They’ve just unveiled a new edition of the Emperor 4 Standard that features a 34-inch scale and 24 frets.
Kim Gordon Announces Solo Tour
Former Sonic Youth bassist Kim Gordon has unveiled an international solo tour in support of her 2020 album, “No Home Record”. She initially announced a tour for the record in March of that year, which was canceled due to the pandemic.
Manou Gallo with Christian McBride: Emotion
I love seeing collaboration between bassists, especially with players of this caliber. Manou Gallo, aka the Queen of Afro Groove, recruited jazz icon Christian McBride to lay some foundation for her latest song, “Emotion.”
Sezin Ahmet Türkmenoglu Dazzles on Jimmy Branly Trio’s “The Meeting”
Drummer Jimmy Branly has returned with a new album called “The Meeting”, which features his trio with guitarist Will Brahm and bassist Sezin Ahmet Türkmenoglu.
Death By Audio Announces the Germanium Filter Pedal
Death By Audio has announced a new pedal to their lineup called the Germanium Filter. The stompbox is inspired by old school sounds of a console-style boost, fuzz, distortion, and overdrive pedal.
Sandberg Announces the Greenline Series Basses
Sandberg Guitars has announced the Greenline Series, an eco-conscious initiative that utilizes “woods of character.” They’re also collaborating with United Kids Foundations Forest to plant a tree for every Greenline bass built.
Positive Grid Introduces the RIFF Portable Audio Interface
Positive Grid has introduced the RIFF, a portable audio interface designed for electric, acoustic, and bass guitars. The USB device plugs into your computer or mobile device to turn them into a complete recording rig.