“Kingfish” Ingram Releases “662” with Tommy MacDonald and Glenn Worf
Christone “Kingfish” Ingram has been leading the charge for the latest wave of blues musicians. After releasing his debut album in 2019, the guitarist has returned with a follow-up called “662”, with Tommy MacDonald and Glenn Worf on bass.
In Memoriam: Dusty Hill
We’re sad to report that another icon of the electric bass has left us. ZZ Top bassist Dusty Hill passed away in his sleep, the band stated on their website. He was 72 years old.
Jackson Browne Releases “Downhill From Everywhere”
Bob Glaub has been doing his job with Jackson Browne for years, and he’s hit the mark again on the songwriter’s new album, “Downhill From Everywhere”.
Original Descendents Lineup’s “9th & Walnut” Out Now
In 2002, the original quartet lineup of Descendents reunited to enter the studio and record their earliest material. After being shelved for nearly two decades, the tracks have been released as “9th & Walnut”, an album named after their Long Beach practice space.
Bass of the Week: Elegee Custom Guitars The Enchantress
This week we’re taking a look at The Enchantress, which is part of the Datu Series by Elegee Custom Guitars. They shared the beauty on Facebook with a rundown of its specs.
Munir Hossn Returns With “Vientre”
Munir Hossn has released “Vientre”, an album dedicated to his mother, who passed away in the spring of 2021. The multi-instrumentalist’s vision began as an homage to all women.
Aluminati Guitar Co. Announces Orion Bass Series
Aluminati Guitar Co. has previously focused on building bass necks out of aluminum, but now they’ve announced their first complete bass.
Tedeschi Trucks Band Releases “Layla Revisited”
An epic performance of the Tedeschi Trucks Band with guests Trey Anastasio and Doyle Bramhall II is now available as an album called “Layla Revisited (Live at LOCKN’)”.
Breedlove Guitars Unveils Eco-Friendly Fretted and Fretless Acoustic Bass Guitars
Breedlove Guitars has unveiled the ECO Pursuit series, including the Pursuit Exotic S Concerto Amber Bass CE, which comes in fretted and fretless versions. The ECO Series boasts three layers of tonewood that were sustainably harvested.
Jon De Lucia Publishes “Bach Shapes II” for Bass
Jon De Lucia has followed up his popular book “Bach Shapes: Diatonic Sequences for Bass” with a new offering called “Bach Shapes II”. The sequel features 144 pages of new studies for bassists.
Gibson Unveils the 2021 USA Non-Reverse Thunderbird Bass
Gibson unveiled a plethora of new gear at Summer NAMM this year including a new addition to their Original Collection: the new non-reversed Thunderbird bass.
Iron Maiden Announces 17th Studio Album, “Senjutsu”
After dropping teasers and releasing a new song last week, Iron Maiden has revealed a new album for 2021. “Senjutsu” will mark the legendary metal band’s 17th studio effort.