Lollar Pickups Introduces ’70s J-Bass Pickup Set
Lollar Pickups has expanded their line of bass pickups with a new ’70s J-Bass set. The new pickups are designed to replicate the sound of an original ’75 Jazz Bass, but they’re not exact replicas.
Reel Big Fish Returns with “Life Sucks… Let’s Dance”
Reel Big Fish has returned with their 8th studio album, “Life Sucks… Let’s Dance.” While the title sounds a bit sarcastic, frontman Aaron Barrett says the album has a positive outlook thanks in part to recording in their home of Orange County, California
Adrian Belew Announces Quartet Tour with Julie Slick
After touring with his power trio for years, guitarist Adrian Belew has announced a tour for 2019 with a new quartet, which includes Julie Slick. The outing will be in support of a new album, “Pop-sided.”
Michael Anthony Weighs in on Van Halen 2019 Reunion Rumors
The internet is on fire with rumors about the classic lineup of Van Halen reuniting for a 2019 tour. The band, which last toured in 2015, is only missing one piece to complete that puzzle: bassist Michael Anthony. Anthony weighs in on the story.
Tim Lefebvre Leaves the Tedeschi Trucks Band
Tim Lefebvre has stepped down from the bass position in the Tedeschi Trucks Band, the group has announced. The bassist, who has also worked with artists from David Bowie to Elvis Costello, is moving on so he can work on more projects.
One Control Introduces the Blue 360 Bass Preamp Pedal
Japanese pedal company One Control has just announced the Blue 360, a bass preamp pedal created in collaboration with pedal designer Björn Juhl. The new unit is part of their Amp-in-a-box series and is made to reproduce the sound of the Acoustic 360 preamp.
The Decemberists Release New EP, “Traveling On”
Just a few months after their latest studio album, The Decemberists have just released a new EP called “Traveling On.” The Portland-based indie rock band culled the five tracks from the sessions that produced “I’ll Be Your Girl.”
Fodera Announces the Masterbuilt Nautilus Bass
Fodera has introduced the latest bass in their Masterbuilt series with the Nautilus, a gorgeous Emperor II model with a mesmerizing nautilus shell pattern. The bass is crafted with a variety of woods to create the effect while the team worked to make the design seamless.
Warwick Unveils 60th Anniversary Thumb Bass
Warwick celebrated their 35th anniversary last year with a limited edition anniversary bass. Now they’re celebrating another milestone. Founder Hans-Peter Wilfer turned 60 this year and the company celebrated with an incredible version of their Thumb bass. “In line with the company slogan “The Sound of Wood”, the bass was made of extraordinarily high-grade tone-woods, some of which had been...
Kiesel Guitars Introduces Zeus Multiscale Headless Basses
The Kiesel Guitars USA Custom Shop is wrapping up 2018 with a new bass model. The Zeus Series Multiscale series is an expansion of the Zeus bass, which features a singlecut body and a headless design.
Jerzy Drozd Announces the Copperstone 3-Band Bass Preamp
Jerzy Drozd has just unveiled his latest creation with the Copperstone, an interchangeable 3-band bass guitar preamp. The onboard electronics come with his basses, but now the unit can be installed into any bass guitar.
In Memoriam: Arthur Maia
Brazilian bass great Arthur Maia has passed away after suffering a heart attack. He was 56 years old.