Articles by Kevin Johnson - Page 54

Morten Haxholm returns with AETHER II, an album weaving Nordic lyricism, delicate electronics, and memories of childhood gardens and forest walks.

Catch up on what’s buzzing in the bass world: MXR’s new synth pedal, Fidelity’s Stellarosa Lite bass, plus June’s standout gear and player highlights.

Steve Uccello’s rich double bass and Orton’s fingerstyle guitar anchor "Ebbw and Flow," an album shaped by artists from Australia to Mexico.

Markbass and Andrew Gouché team up on the new GV GOG bass line, featuring noiseless JJ pickups, passive electronics, and two striking finishes.

Experience Mark Sandman’s two-string slide bass on Morphine’s “Bootleg Detroit,” newly remastered with 8 unheard tracks, now out on streaming.

Snark expands its lineup with three rechargeable clip-on tuners featuring ultra-precise software, noise shields, and bass-friendly Mic/Vibration modes.

Discover Ray Brown’s story in his first full biography—exploring his life, jazz legacy, and influence on bebop and beyond.

"BEAT LIVE" captures Belew, Levin, Vai & Carey revisiting King Crimson’s ’80s era on tour. Hear classics from Discipline, Beat and more on this live album.

Sylvia Massy & ZVEX unveil a limited Woolly Mammoth fuzz pedal, hand-built with NOS parts and artwork, delivering deep, thunderous bass.

Fender’s new Squier and Laura Lee signature bass, Dingwall’s SP1, and Peavey’s Cirrus relaunch top our list of the best new bass gear from June 2025.

MXR’s Bass Synth, crafted with Ian Martin Allison, delivers classic analog tones with ready-to-go presets and deep, tweakable controls.

Fidelity’s Stellarosa Lite is a lightweight, vintage-inspired bass built to order with short-scale options, handwound pickups, and custom finishes.