Tony Saunders Releases “All About Love”
Bay Area bassist Tony Saunders has returned with a new solo album called “All About Love”. The contemporary jazz artist brings his influences to the table on original music as well as popular covers.
Dusty Hill’s Bass and Vocals Will Be On Next ZZ Top Album
Dusty Hill may have passed away last month, but we haven’t heard the last of him. ZZ Top guitarist Billy Gibbons revealed that Hill had already recorded his bass parts as well as vocals for an upcoming album.
Tad Kinchla and Blues Traveler Dig In On New Album, “Traveler’s Blues”
Blues Traveler has released a new album called “Traveler’s Blues”, which is a collection of covers from the American Blues Songbook and other classics. Tad Kinchla holds it all together from the low end, providing deep grooves and funky lines.
Phil Jones Bass Unveils the BP-200 Bass Head
Phil Jones Bass is rolling out a new product called the BP-200, which they bill as the “ultimate affordable bass head.” Rated at up to 200 watts, the compact head unit weighs just 2.5 pounds and can fit into a backpack.
Brandon Bruce Leaves Havok
After joining last year, Brandon Bruce has left Havok. The bassist made the announcement via Instagram.
Three Of A Perfect Pair Music Camp Returns for 2021
The Three of A Perfect Pair Music Camp is back for 2021! The four-night retreat will run from August 9th through 15th. It will once again feature Adrian Belew, Tony Levin, and Pat Mastelotto teaching and hanging out with all attendees.
Rudy Sarzo To Rejoin Quiet Riot
Rudy Sarzo made a big announcement on Trunk Nation with Eddie Trunk, this week. The bass legend revealed that he’ll be rejoining Quiet Riot after an 18-year break.
Yola Releases “Stand For Myself”, Featuring Nick Movshon on Bass
Singer-songwriter Yola has returned with her second full-length album, entitled “Stand For Myself”. Produced by Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys, the album features bassist Nick Movshon, who helps propel the old school vibe.
McGregor Pedals Introduce the Cozmic Fuzzball Pedal
McGregor Pedals has unveiled the Cozmic Fuzzball, a fuzz/distortion pedal designed for both bass and guitar. Builder Garth Heslop created the circuit by stacking hard clipping with soft clipping and adding an overdriven transistor.
Autopsy Announces New Bassist
Autopsy announced last month that longtime bassist Joe Trevisano was leaving the fold. Now the death metallers have named their newest member, Greg Wilkinson.
Bass of the Week: Prestige Guitars Custom Shop Phantom Bass
Prestige Guitars gave some extra mojo to this Custom Shop Phantom Bass. The model already takes its cues from a ’50s bass, but this particular bass’s seafoam green finish and awesome pickguard push things into the ’60s.
Paul Wolfe Publishes “How To Play Blues Rock Bass Vol. 1”
Paul Wolfe has released a new book that will teach you the ways of players like Tommy Shannon, Carl Radle, and Duck Dunn. “How to Play Blues Rock Bass Vol. 1” is the first of a three-part series.