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Hear James LoMenzo on Megadeth’s “Tipping Point,” From the Band’s Upcoming Final Album
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Hear James LoMenzo on Megadeth’s “Tipping Point,” From the Band’s Upcoming Final Album

Megadeth kicks off their final album with “Tipping Point,” featuring James LoMenzo’s return on bass. Watch the video and get release details here.

David Sutkin’s Meta Guitars Pragma Bass Blends Modern Design with Personal Touch
Bass of the Week

David Sutkin’s Meta Guitars Pragma Bass Blends Modern Design with Personal Touch

Bass Upfront founder David Sutkin’s Meta Guitars Pragma bass combines headless, multi-scale innovation with craftsmanship tailored to his playing style.

Rush Returns: Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson Announce 2026 Tour with New Drummer Anika Nilles
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Rush Returns: Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson Announce 2026 Tour with New Drummer Anika Nilles

Rush is reuniting. Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson will hit the road in 2026 with drummer Anika Nilles for the “Fifty Something” Tour celebrating their legacy.

Innovative Luthier Ken Parker Dies at 73
In Memoriam

Innovative Luthier Ken Parker Dies at 73

Innovative luthier Ken Parker, creator of Parker Guitars and the iconic Fly design, has died at 73 after battling a rare form of cancer.

Jeff Berlin and Vail Johnson Take on “Roundabout” — Plus the Wildest Bass Gear of the Week
Weekly Top 10

Jeff Berlin and Vail Johnson Take on “Roundabout” — Plus the Wildest Bass Gear of the Week

Jeff Berlin and Vail Johnson team up for an epic “Roundabout” bass jam, plus new releases from NS Design, Gamechanger Audio, and more.

John Campbell’s Crushing Bass Leads Lamb of God’s New Single “Sepsis”
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John Campbell’s Crushing Bass Leads Lamb of God’s New Single “Sepsis”

John Campbell’s crushing bass anchors Lamb of God’s ferocious new single “Sepsis,” a dark tribute to Richmond’s underground metal roots.

Ashdown Returns to Its Roots with UK-Built ABM Amps and Classic Custom Shop Cabinets
Amps

Ashdown Returns to Its Roots with UK-Built ABM Amps and Classic Custom Shop Cabinets

Ashdown announces UK-built ABM EVO IV amps and Classic Custom Shop cabinets, celebrating 2025 with a renewed focus on British design and tone.

Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers Announce 2025 European Tour
Concerts & Tours

Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers Announce 2025 European Tour

Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers head to Europe this fall, with tour dates across Poland, the UK, France, Spain, and more.

Foldable Mantispa Bass by Sébastien Gavet Debuts at Guitar Summit 2025
Basses

Foldable Mantispa Bass by Sébastien Gavet Debuts at Guitar Summit 2025

Sébastien Gavet debuts the foldable Mantispa Bass at Guitar Summit 2025 — a headless, multi-scale design blending innovation with custom craftsmanship.

IK Multimedia Expands TONEX Line With New Bass Editions and Signature Collection
Pedals & Effects

IK Multimedia Expands TONEX Line With New Bass Editions and Signature Collection

IK Multimedia introduces TONEX Bass Editions with a Signature Bass Collection and two new pedals loaded with 150 Tone Models and presets.

Wolfgang Muthspiel, Scott Colley & Brian Blade Return With “Tokyo,” Their Most Adventurous Trio Album Yet
New Albums

Wolfgang Muthspiel, Scott Colley & Brian Blade Return With “Tokyo,” Their Most Adventurous Trio Album Yet

The trio of Wolfgang Muthspiel, Scott Colley & Brian Blade explore new sounds on "Tokyo," blending chamber jazz, folk, and rock.

Gamechanger Audio Introduces MOTOR Pedal with Real Motors and Gas-Pedal Controller
Pedals & Effects

Gamechanger Audio Introduces MOTOR Pedal with Real Motors and Gas-Pedal Controller

Gamechanger Audio’s new MOTOR Pedal uses real motors and a gas-pedal controller for a unique approach to analog noise and expression.