Olivier Pinard Leaves Cattle Decapitation After 7 Years: “Time to Refocus on Cryptopsy and My Life”
Cattle Decapitation bassist Olivier Pinard departs after seven years to focus on Cryptopsy and take a break from years of nonstop touring.
Bass of the Week: A 3-String Bass Carved from a Single Slab – with a Snarling Headstock
DaShtick's Bad Dog Bass is a 3-string, hand-carved creation built from a single piece of ash—complete with a snarling headstock.
Nathan East Releases “Father Son” Album with Son Noah: Features Clapton, Beatles Cover, and Jazz Icons
Bass legend Nathan East and son Noah release "Father Son," a new jazz album with Eric Clapton, iconic covers, and a deeply personal touch.
Remembering Roger McLachlan: Little River Band’s Founding Bassist Dies at 71
Roger McLachlan, who played on the first two Little River Band albums, has passed away at 71 following a private battle with pancreatic cancer.
ZZ Top’s 2025 Tour Expands as Drummer Steps Back – Elwood Francis Carries the Groove
ZZ Top adds new 2025 tour dates amid lineup changes. Elwood Francis remains on bass while longtime drummer Frank Beard takes a break to recover.
“Virtually Unlimited Channels”: Markbass Unveils the MB Pro Bass Mixer
Markbass introduces the MB Pro Bass Mixer, a compact 3-channel unit with mic support, footswitch control, and the ability to daisy-chain for more inputs.
Jeffrey Runnings, Post-Punk Bassist and Voice of For Against, Dies at 61
Jeffrey Runnings, bassist and vocalist of post-punk pioneers For Against, has died at 61. A final solo album is set for release later this year.
Fender’s Player II Modified Series Debuts with IDLES in the Spotlight
Fender launches the Player II Modified Series, with new active electronics and IDLES front and center in the campaign's video showcase.
From Funk Sideman to Frontman: Lige Curry’s Solo Tour Rides With Parliament Funkadelic
Longtime P-Funk bassist Lige Curry hits the road with solo Ligedelic shows while continuing to tour with George Clinton and Parliament Funkadelic.
Paul Simon’s Quiet Celebration Tour Marks Reunion with Graceland Bassist Bakithi Kumalo
Graceland bassist Bakithi Kumalo returns to the stage with Paul Simon on the Quiet Celebration Tour—his first since the singer's 2018 farewell.
New Look, Same Hook: Peter Hook’s Signature Bass Returns in Gold and Sunburst for 2025
Peter Hook's signature Hooky Viking PRO bass returns for 2025 in new Gold and Sunburst finishes, limited to just 18 of each.
After 24 Years, Pulp Returns – and Dedicates Their New Album to Late Bassist Steve Mackey
Pulp returns after 24 years with a new album, "More," dedicated to longtime bassist Steve Mackey. Hear the first single, "Spike Island."