Chick Corea Trio, Featuring Christian McBride, Announce Tour
The amazing trio of Chick Corea, Brian Blade, and Christian McBride is hitting the road in October in support of a new album. “Trilogy 2” will be their second collection of “virtuosic live performances” that follows up its 2013 predecessor.
Quilter Labs Unveils the Bass Block 802 Amp
Quilter Labs has expanded their bass offerings with a new model in their Bass Block series. The Bass Block 802 is a compact 800-watt amp that weighs in at just 3.75 pounds.
Ben Wolfe Releases “Fatherhood”
Jazz bassist and composer Ben Wolfe has released a new album called “Fatherhood,” which pays homage to his father, Dan Wolfe, who passed away in 2018.
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.