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John Ferrara’s “Skinned Knees and Make Believe” Expands the Language of Solo Bass
New Albums

John Ferrara’s “Skinned Knees and Make Believe” Expands the Language of Solo Bass

John Ferrara explores new ground with "Skinned Knees and Make Believe," a solo bass album recorded with jungle ambience in Costa Rica.

Weekly Top 10: Zach Cooper’s Bass Rig, Chris Seldon’s Scout 434, and More
Weekly Top 10

Weekly Top 10: Zach Cooper’s Bass Rig, Chris Seldon’s Scout 434, and More

From Zach Cooper’s tone secrets to Chris Seldon’s Scout 434 and Ibanez’s latest release, here are this week’s top 10 bass stories.

Donny McCaslin Announces “Lullaby for the Lost” Featuring Tim Lefebvre, Jonathan Maron, and More
New Albums

Donny McCaslin Announces “Lullaby for the Lost” Featuring Tim Lefebvre, Jonathan Maron, and More

Donny McCaslin returns with Lullaby for the Lost, reuniting with Tim Lefebvre and Jason Lindner. Hear their lead single “Celestial.”

No Treble Exclusive: How Warren Murrel Keeps the Groove with Robert Jon & The Wreck
Interviews

No Treble Exclusive: How Warren Murrel Keeps the Groove with Robert Jon & The Wreck

Warren Murrel of Robert Jon & The Wreck shares his path from drummer to bassist, road wisdom, and tone secrets in this No Treble exclusive.

Tech 21 Marks 20 Years of the Para Driver DI with Limited Edition Pedal
Pedals & Effects

Tech 21 Marks 20 Years of the Para Driver DI with Limited Edition Pedal

Tech 21 commemorates the Para Driver DI’s 20th anniversary with a limited run of 500 all-analog pedals, shipping this fall.

“The Voice of Rock” Glenn Hughes Releases “Chosen” and the New Single, “My Alibi”
New Albums

“The Voice of Rock” Glenn Hughes Releases “Chosen” and the New Single, “My Alibi”

Glenn Hughes, The Voice of Rock, drops his new album Chosen alongside the groove-heavy single “My Alibi.”

Aguilar Plugin Suite Brings Their Amps, Cabs, and Pedals to Your DAW
Apps

Aguilar Plugin Suite Brings Their Amps, Cabs, and Pedals to Your DAW

Aguilar launches its first plugin suite, modeling amps, cabinets, and pedals for bassists in DAWs and standalone use. Intro price: $149.99.

Deep Energy Orchestra Unites Cultures and Virtuosos on “The Science of Sound”
New Albums

Deep Energy Orchestra Unites Cultures and Virtuosos on “The Science of Sound”

Bassist Jason Everett’s Deep Energy Orchestra brings global influences and world-class players together on "The Science of Sound."

Marek Bero’s New Book “Bass Reels” Delivers Epic Licks for the Social Media Era
Sheet Music & Instruction

Marek Bero’s New Book “Bass Reels” Delivers Epic Licks for the Social Media Era

Bass Gym’s Marek Bero releases "Bass Reels," a new book of short funk, rock, and jazz bass licks designed for players and the social media era.

Ibanez Introduces EHB600 and EHB605: Affordable Headless Basses
Basses

Ibanez Introduces EHB600 and EHB605: Affordable Headless Basses

The Ibanez EHB600 Series brings affordable headless basses with ergonomic design, 3-band EQ, and sleek finishes starting at $799.

Hot Tuna Rides Again With 2025 Tour To Celebrate Jorma Kaukonen’s 85th Birthday
Concerts & Tours

Hot Tuna Rides Again With 2025 Tour To Celebrate Jorma Kaukonen’s 85th Birthday

Hot Tuna hits the road as Jack Casady helps Jorma Kaukonen mark his 85th birthday with a nationwide acoustic tour and special shows.

New Trickfish Bullhead Mini 500C Combo Delivers Up To 500 Watts in a 23-Pound Package
Amps

New Trickfish Bullhead Mini 500C Combo Delivers Up To 500 Watts in a 23-Pound Package

Trickfish introduces the Bullhead Mini 500C Combo, a 23.5 lb. bass amp delivering 250 watts on its own or 500 watts with an extension cab.