Bass of the Week: Warwick Custom Shop Masterbuilt Corvette NT 9-String
Warwick is known for their use of Bubinga in their instruments. This week we’re checking out a bass that uses a larger canvas to show off the beautifully figured wood. Not only is the body larger, but the headstock is also larger, too.
Mike Gordon Announces Solo Band Tour
Phish bassist Mike Gordon will be heading out on a new tour this winter with his solo band. The news comes shortly after Phish announced a quick tour in November and December.
Frédéric Leclercq Joins Kreator
A month after he announced his departure from DragonForce, Frédéric Leclercq has a new gig. He’s joined the German thrash metal outfit Kreator.
Death By Audio Unveils the Phosphene Scream Delay and Reverb Pedal
Death By Audio has teamed up with The Black Angels and the Levitation Festival to create Phosphene Scream, a “space trippin’ delay, and reverb effects pedal.” The unit was designed to pay homage to psychedelic rock legacy of Austin, Texas.
Emeli Sandé Releases “Real Life” with Pino Palladino on Bass
British singer Emeli Sandé has returned with her third studio album, entitled “Real Life.” If you get really into those grooves, it may be thanks in part to session ace Pino Palladino laying down the bass lines.
Electro-Harmonix Introduces R&B Buds
Electro-Harmonix has expanded its product line with the new EHX R&B Buds. The wireless Bluetooth earbuds are aimed at the smartphone market.
Bryan Beller Releases New Solo Album, “Scenes From The Flood”
Bryan Beller is one busy guy. Between his work with The Aristocrats, Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, and more, he’s been running nonstop. So it’s no surprise that it’s been eleven years since his last solo album. Check out his latest: “Scenes From the Flood.”
John Patitucci To Receive Lifetime Achievement Award
John Patitucci will be honored at this year’s London Bass Guitar Show with a Lifetime Achievement Award from Bass Player Magazine. The annual award has previously been given to artists ranging from Bootsy Collins to Carol Kaye.
Ernie Ball Music Man Short Scale StingRay Bass Now Shipping
After previewing it at the Winter NAMM Show earlier this year, Ernie Ball Music Man is now shipping the Short-Scale StingRay bass. It features the company’s flagship bass model in a 30-inch scale.
Playing For Change: The Weight
Playing For Change brings together musicians from around the globe to “inspire and connect the world through music.” They’ve just released their latest video tribute to The Band with a performance of “The Weight,” with James “Hutch” Hutchinson on bass.
Elton John Adds New U.S. Tour Dates with Matt Bissonette
Elton John’s massive farewell tour just got a bit bigger. The “Farewell Yellow Brick Road” tour, which began in 2018 and is slated to run through 2021, has added a new batch of dates. Matt Bissonette, who joined the group in 2012, will be on the tour.
Stanley Clarke Announces Fall Tour Dates
Stanley Clarke is continuing his world tour this fall with dates across Europe and the United States. The band’s current lineup features Shariq Tucker, Cameron Graves, Beka Gochiashvili, Sala Nader, and Evan Garr.