Tetsu Yamauchi, Bassist for Free and The Faces, Dies at 79
Tetsu Yamauchi, bassist for Free and The Faces, has died at 79. His family shared the news as fans remember his era-defining work in both bands.
Modest Mouse’s Reverb Shop Returns with a Well-Worn ‘63 Danelectro Bass and Other Touring Instruments
Modest Mouse is reopening their Reverb shop, offering a well-worn ’63 Danelectro bass and other touring instruments used across decades of shows.
Peavey Revives Its Classic Super Festival Series with a 1,200-Watt Bass Rig
Peavey brings back the Super Festival Series, introducing the 1,200-watt F-1200B bass amp and 610 enclosure with classic tone and updated tech.
Gov’t Mule Announces 2026 Tour as Kevin Scott Drops His All-Star Holiday Spectacular Lineup
Gov’t Mule announces 2026 tour dates as Kevin Scott prepares for his 10th annual star-studded Funky Holiday Spectacular.
This Tiny Yellow Bass Was Built From 18th-Century Monastery Wood: Meet the Red Bird Mini Gemini
Red Bird’s Mini Gemini pairs a tiny 23.5" scale with spruce reclaimed from an 18th-century monastery. A bold, fully pro short-scale bass with a huge story.
Evanescence Announces 2026 World Tour, Powered by Bassist Emma Anzai
Evanescence has announced a 2026 world tour, with bassist Emma Anzai powering the lineup. Amy Lee teases new music, new energy, and a global run.
This Week in Bass: Bootsy’s Historic Fender, Steve Harris’s New Precision, and Flea’s Fiery Solo Track
Bootsy Collins’ first Fender Jazz hits auction, Steve Harris gets a new Precision model, and Flea unveils a new solo track. Catch up on this week’s bass news.
Tye Trujillo Pushes OTTTO Into a New Era With the “Sweaty Pool” EP
OTTTO returns with "Sweaty Pool," a new EP marking a fresh era for Tye Trujillo and the band, featuring a collaboration with Nick Oliveri.
Bootsy Collins’ First Fender Bass Just Sold — and the Final Bid Shocked Everyone
Bootsy Collins’ first Fender Jazz Bass, originally bought for him by James Brown, has officially sold at auction. Here’s the wild story behind the historic instrument.
Guns N’ Roses Drop Two New Songs, With Duff McKagan Driving the Low End on “Nothin’” and “Atlas”
Guns N’ Roses return with two new singles, “Nothin’” and “Atlas,” featuring Duff McKagan’s signature tone. Hear the tracks and see the band’s 2026 tour dates.
Flea Breaks Down the Hardest Red Hot Chili Peppers Bass Lines in Rick Beato’s New Interview
Flea tells Rick Beato which Chili Peppers songs challenge him the most, shares his bass heroes, and offers new insight ahead of his solo album.
Phil Upchurch, Legendary Guitarist and Bassist for Michael Jackson and Aretha Franklin, Dies at 84
Phil Upchurch, the guitarist and bassist heard with Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin, and George Benson, has died at 84. We reflect on his remarkable legacy.