Felix Pastorius Joins Jazz is PHSH for April Tour
Jazz is PHSH has announced “The Phishermen Tour.” Bandleaders Adam Chase and Matthew Chase have put together another great lineup for the outing with Slavic Soul Party trombonist Adam Dotson, Dynamo saxophonist Kevin Gatzke, and bassist Felix Pastorius.
Circles Around the Sun Release Self-Titled Third Album
Circles Around the Sun guitarist Neal Casal tragically took his own life late last year, one week after recording a new album. In a note, he asked that the band continue on and the album be completed. The band has honored his wish with their third studio album.
Jackson Introduces X Series Spectra Basses
Jackson is expanding its Spectra line of basses this year with three new X Series models: the X Series Spectra Bass SBX IV, the X Series Spectra Bass SBXM IV, and the X Series Spectra Bass SBX V.
New Cream Box Set Features Previously Unreleased Music
More of the legendary work of bass hero Jack Bruce has been released to the public with a new Cream box set entitled “Goodbye Tour Live 1968.” The set collects four complete concerts from the power trio’s farewell tour.
The Real McCoy: An Interview with Alex Dixon
As an architect of the Chicago blues sound, Willie Dixon’s music changed the direction of popular music. Now his grandson, Alex Dixon, is continuing the legacy with a new album, “The Real McCoy.” We caught up with Alex to get the scoop.
John Paul Jones Featured on Danny Barnes’s “Man on Fire”
Banjo player and eclectic songwriter Danny Barnes has just released a new album called “Man on Fire.” The record features some pretty amazing guests, including John Paul Jones.
Ernie Ball Now Shipping Flat Ribbon Patch Cables
Ernie Ball has announced a new line of flat ribbon patch cables. Their flat cable design and low-profile connectors optimize pedalboard layout and routing, the company explains.
Alusonic Announces QuadraFleX Pickup and Hybrid Bass
Alusonic has unveiled a new pickup called the QuadraFleX 4 as well as a new bass model for it. The new instrument revolves around the pickup’s unique mode selection that lets you pick between five pickup modes.
Tomáš Kedzior: El Viento Del Mar
Tomáš Kedzior sent us his latest video for a new song called “El Viento Del Mar,” which features percussion by Ladislav Šiška and dancing by Iveta Kave?ková. Kedzior sets up a hypnotic groove, while the cajon adds a little more drive.
ZZ Top Documentary “That Little Ol’ Band From Texas” Now Available
Get out your cheap sunglasses, because the ZZ Top documentary “That Little Ol’ Band From Texas” is now available on Blu-Ray, DVD, and streaming.
The Story Behind Madonna’s “Like a Prayer” Bass Line
Spector has released a new “Spector on Record” video with a cool animated bass line. This time they explain the story of Madonna’s controversial “Like A Prayer,” which is anchored by session ace Guy Pratt.
Madelief van Vlijmen and Madlife Release “Swans and Foxes”
Bassist Madelief van Vlijmen has just released a new album with her project Madlife entitled “Swans and Foxes.” The bandleader dishes out vocals and catchy bass lines that will make you want to dance.