Chris Chaney Anchors Joe Satriani’s “Shapeshifting”
Guitar wizard Joe Satriani has returned with his 18th studio album, entitled “Shapeshifting.” Satch put together a core band for the album, which once again includes Jane’s Addiction bassist Chris Chaney.
Fuzzrocious Launches the Croak Double Filter Fuzz Pedal
After teasing the pedal at NAMM in January, Fuzzrocious Pedals has launched their latest pedal called Croak. The unit is an expressive double filter fuzz.
Linus Klausenitzer Leaves Obscura, Announces New Band
Technical death metal band Obscura will have a nearly brand new lineup after Sebastian Lanser, Rafael Trujillo, and Linus Klausenitzer left the group. Klausenitzer also revealed that he, Lanser, and Trujillo have formed a new group.
Cioks 8 Power Supply Coming Soon
Power supply company Cioks is close to shipping its latest product, called the Cioks 8. Touted as their largest switch-mode power supply, the unit offers eight isolated outlets.
Nick Wells Announces “Beneath the Bassline: Turned Up To 11”
Filmmaker Nick Wells has announced the followup to his popular bass documentary, “Beneath The Bass Line.” The sequel, “Turned Up To 11,” dives into some of the more outrageous gig stories and “Spinal Tap” moments from the world’s best bassists.
Stone Deaf FX Introduces the Noise Reaper Pedal
Stone Deaf FX has introduced the Noise Reaper, a noise gate pedal designed for line-level instruments, guitars, and basses. The pedal evolved from the gate circuits used in their Warp Drive and Fig Fumb pedals.
Go-Go’s Bassist Kathy Valentine’s Memoir Now Available
Kathy Valentine has just released a new memoir called “All I Ever Wanted.” The Go-Go’s bassist dives into her time with the band including all the ups and downs that go with it.
Olivier Pinard: Akurion’s “Wallow In Magnificient Pity” Bass Playthrough
Olivier Pinard and Akurion just released a new album called “Come Forth To Me,” which the bassist told us about earlier this year. Now he’s released a special playthrough of the track “Wallow In Magnificent Pity”, which features some monstrous bass work.
Ross Valory Files Countersuit Against Journey’s Neil Schon and Jonathan Cain
Last month, many fans were shocked when Journey members Ross Valory and Steve Smith were fired from the band for what a lawsuit called a “corporate coup d’etat.” Now the plot has thickened as Valory has countersued.
Bass of the Week: Lairat Basses Myra Bass 5
When I saw this Myra Bass 5 by Paul Lairat on my Facebook feed, I stopped in my tracks. The five-string bass has a rich curly redwood top in a special finish to accentuate its deep color.
Juan Alderete Recovery Update
Today we’re so happy to share a piece of good news. Three months after a terrible bike accident that left him in a coma, Juan Alderete’s wife Anne has shared a very promising update on the bassist’s condition.
In Memoriam: Henry Grimes
We’re sad to report the passing of another legendary musician. Jazz and avant-garde bassist Henry Grimes has passed away of COVID-19 complications. He was 84 years old.