In Memoriam: Burke Shelley
Budgie bassist and vocalist Burke Shelley has passed away. His daughter Ela wrote on social media that he died in his sleep at Heath Hospital in Cardiff.
Ibanez Adds Three Multi-Scale BTB Bass Models for 2022
Ibanez is introducing several new iterations of their bass models this year including three new multi-scale versions of the BTB. The BTB805MS, BTB806MS, and BTB605MS all have an extended 37-inch scale on the B-string.
Squid Announces 2022 Tour
After their debut album made waves in 2021, British post punk band Squid will be carrying their momentum into 2022. They’ve just announced a set of tour dates.
Bass of the Week: Dooley Designs 5-string P/J Bass
This week we’re checking out a five-string P/J bass by Dooley Designs. Luthier Scott Dooley called this bass another learning experience due to its 35-inch scale, preamp mods, extra neck layers, and more.
Dave Stryker Releases “As We Are” with John Patitucci
Guitarist Dave Stryker has released his 34th album as a leader and his musical maturity shows. “As We Are” includes a jazz quartet (with John Patitucci) and a string quartet.
The Eagles Add 2022 “Hotel California” Tour Dates
The Eagles have unveiled a new set of tour dates for their upcoming tour that will see them perform one of their most influential albums in full: “Hotel California”.
TC Electronic Unveils the Infinite Sample Sustainer Pedal
TC Electronic has introduced a new pedal to their lineup called the Infinite Sample Sustainer. As the name implies, the new circuit captures a sample of your sound and sustains it.
David Bowie’s Shelved “Toy”, Featuring Gail Ann Dorsey, Gets Full Release
After two decades on the shelf, David Bowie’s 2001 album “Toy” has gotten an official release. Bowie’s band at the time included Mark Plati, Sterling Campbell, Earl Slick, Mike Garson, Holly Palmer, Emm Gryner, and Gail Ann Dorsey.
MXR Announces the Poly Blue Octave Pedal
MXR has unveiled the Poly Blue Octave, a pedal that offers four separate octave divisions and a “thick, unruly” fuzz. The octaves include one down, two down, one up, and two up.
Fernando Molinari: Mercurio
One of my favorite new albums has been Fernando Molinari’s “Reaching Inside”. He’s just released a few more videos from the making of the album including this one for “Mercurio”, featuring Marco Minnemann and Davi Filho.
Kenny James Releases “Invisiblemann Vol. 15: Intergalactic Funk Coalition”
Kenny James has added another title to his “Invisiblemann” albums, and it’s got some stank on it. Volume 15 of the series is entitled “Intergalactic Funk Coalition” and features fat, retro funk grooves with modern twists.
Lorenzo Feliciati Releases “Early Years”
Italian bass great Lorenzo Feliciati has just released a retrospective album called “Early Years” that compiles some of his best work from his album “Upon My Head” and “Live at European Bass Day and More”.