U2’s Adam Clayton Opens His Bass Vault for Julien’s “Played, Worn & Torn” Auction
U2’s Adam Clayton is auctioning 18 of his personal basses through Julien’s Auctions, including iconic Fenders and tour-used instruments.
Rush Mania Continues: Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson Add 17 More “Fifty Something” Tour Dates
Rush extends their sold-out “Fifty Something” tour with 17 new dates across the U.S. and Canada after overwhelming fan demand.
Bass of the Week: Fodera Anthony Jackson Presentation II – Honoring a Legacy of Innovation
Fodera’s Anthony Jackson Presentation II showcases the late bassist’s pursuit of perfection, featuring innovative design, custom hardware, and timeless tone.
Bootsy Collins, Buckethead & Victor Wooten Drop a Funk-Metal Explosion with “Metal Health”
Bootsy Collins, Buckethead, and Victor Wooten collide on “Metal Health,” a funk-metal jam that’s cosmic, chaotic, and irresistibly groovy.
From Fender’s Fresh Classics to a D’Angelo Masterclass: This Week’s 10 Bass Highlights
Fender’s new American Professional Classic Series, Yolanda Charles’ signature Sandberg, and a D’Angelo tribute top this week’s 10 bass highlights.
Dayna Stephens Swaps Sax for Bass on His Bold New Album, “Monk’D”
Dayna Stephens takes up double bass on Monk’D, a stripped-down, deeply personal tribute to Thelonious Monk recorded at Rudy Van Gelder’s studio.
Ohana Debuts a 28-Inch Scale Custom Shop Bass Built for Big Tone in a Small Package
Ohana Music enters the electric bass world with its first solid body design — a 28" scale Custom Shop model built for comfort, tone, and travel.
Khruangbin Marks 10 Years of “The Universe Smiles Upon You” With Intimate 2025 U.S. Tour
Khruangbin marks a decade since "The Universe Smiles Upon You" with a fall 2025 U.S. tour in intimate venues.
MTD’s Norm Stockton KNSJ5 Saratoga Is Here — A Signature 5-String with Serious Soul
MTD adds the Norm Stockton Signature KNSJ5 to its Kingston line, featuring a 35" scale, a quilted maple top, and Bartolini electronics.
At 94 Years Old, Bass Virtuoso François Rabbath Continues to Evolve on “Amall”
Bass legend François Rabbath, 94, explores jazz, funk, and world grooves on Amall with his son Sylvain and guest Victor Wooten.
Kala Reissues Hutch Hutchinson Signature U-Bass With Spruce and Hawaiian Koa Tops
The Hutch Hutchinson Signature U-Bass returns for 2025 with new spruce and koa models, improved stability, and Fishman electronics.
Don Was Finally Steps Out Front with “Groove In The Face of Adversity”
After decades producing legends, Don Was releases "Groove In The Face of Adversity," his soulful Detroit-rooted debut with the Pan-Detroit Ensemble.