Iron Maiden Documentary “Burning Ambition” Trailer Teases a Deep Dive Into 50 Years of Metal History
Iron Maiden has released the first trailer for Burning Ambition, a new documentary tracing the band’s 50-year history. The film arrives in theaters on May 7, 2026.
Seymour Duncan Refreshes Studio Bass Compressor for 2026 With Retro-Inspired Housing
Seymour Duncan has updated its Studio Bass Compressor pedal for 2026 with a retro-inspired housing, while keeping its blend control, 3-way frequency switch, and $199 price.
Angine de Poitrine Brings Microtonal Mayhem to the U.S. This Fall
Angine de Poitrine has expanded its 2026 tour with first-time U.S. dates in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Portland, Washington, D.C., and Philadelphia ahead of "Vol. II."
Steve Bailey Is Stepping Down as Chair of Berklee’s Bass Department
Steve Bailey will step down as chair of Berklee’s Bass Department on August 31, 2026, closing a major chapter in his career as a bassist, educator, and mentor.
Trace Elliot’s New Dual Band Compressor Pedal Brings TE-1200 Compression to Your Board
Trace Elliot has introduced the Dual Band Compressor Pedal, a new bass effects unit that brings the compression circuit from the TE-1200 amp to pedalboards for studio and stage use.
Melissa Auf der Maur Reflects on Hole, Smashing Pumpkins, and the ’90s in New Memoir
Melissa Auf der Maur has released "Even the Good Girls Will Cry: A 90s Rock Memoir," reflecting on her years with Hole, Smashing Pumpkins, and rock’s last analog decade.
Bass of the Week: Markbass GV 5 GOG Delivers Andrew Gouché Style in a Classic 5-String
The Markbass GV 5 GOG is a 5-string bass designed with gospel legend Andrew Gouché, featuring noiseless JJ pickups, vintage-style block inlays, and punchy passive tone.
Billy Sheehan’s New Band The Fell Announces First Tour Dates for 2026
Billy Sheehan’s new band The Fell has announced its first tour dates for March 2026, with a week of shows across the Northeast and Midwest.
This Week in Bass: Historic Auctions, New Gear, and Fresh Grooves
From Paul McCartney’s record-setting Yamaha BB-1200 to Upton’s Chicago bass and Sire’s New Gen upgrades, here are the biggest bass stories, gear, and grooves of the week.
Dusty Hill, John McVie, and Paul McCartney Basses Fetch Six Figures at Christie’s
Historic basses from the Jim Irsay Collection sold at Christie’s, including instruments owned by Dusty Hill, John McVie, and Paul McCartney.
Lorenzo Feliciati’s New Book “Bass Geography” Maps Triads and Quadriads Across the Neck
Bassist and educator Lorenzo Feliciati has released "Bass Geography: Geography of the Triads and Quadriads", a new instructional book designed to help players master the entire fretboard.
Cory Wong’s Syncopated Summer Camp Returns With Joe Dart, Victor Wooten, and More
Cory Wong’s Syncopated Summer Camp returns August 13–16, 2026 in San Francisco with bass faculty Joe Dart, Yohannes Tona, Ian Allison, and special guest Victor Wooten.