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“I’m Always Going to Do What I Want”: MonoNeon Unveils Bold New Album and Global Tour
New Albums

“I’m Always Going to Do What I Want”: MonoNeon Unveils Bold New Album and Global Tour

Bassist MonoNeon announces "You Had Your Chance… Bad Attitude," mixing funk and R&B influences, alongside a worldwide tour this spring.

Bass of the Week: Meet the 37-Inch Swiss-Made Bass That Pushes Design Boundaries
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: Meet the 37-Inch Swiss-Made Bass That Pushes Design Boundaries

This week's Bass of the Week features the Saitenkraft Interceptor5, a unique multiscale bass from Switzerland.

Clutch Unveils New Summer Tour Dates – Dan Maines Keeps the Groove Rolling
Concerts & Tours

Clutch Unveils New Summer Tour Dates – Dan Maines Keeps the Groove Rolling

Clutch expands their "Full Ahead Flank MMXXV" tour with new summer dates, bringing their heavy grooves to cities across the U.S. and Canada.

Tech 21 Introduces Killer Blue Wail – A Bass Wah Pedal That Keeps the Low-End Intact
Pedals & Effects

Tech 21 Introduces Killer Blue Wail – A Bass Wah Pedal That Keeps the Low-End Intact

Tech 21 introduces the Killer Blue Wail bass wah pedal, crafted to maintain low-end power with vintage-inspired tone and noise-free performance.

Tobias Basses Return: New Classic, Killer B, and Growler Models from Gibson
Basses

Tobias Basses Return: New Classic, Killer B, and Growler Models from Gibson

The Tobias brand returns under Gibson with the new Classic, Killer B, and Growler models, each offered in both four- and five-string versions.

Inside the Craftsmanship of Elwray’s New Walnut-Bodied WN Bass
Basses

Inside the Craftsmanship of Elwray’s New Walnut-Bodied WN Bass

Elwray's new walnut-bodied WN bass pairs premium woods with Bartolini pickups. Luthier Marco Bourse shares insights into its distinctive craftsmanship.

Nordic Noir, New York Grooves: Kaisa Mäensivu’s Bass-Driven Vision on “Moving Parts”
New Albums

Nordic Noir, New York Grooves: Kaisa Mäensivu’s Bass-Driven Vision on “Moving Parts”

Kaisa Mäensivu's new album, "Moving Parts," bridges Finnish roots and NYC grooves in a bass-driven jazz journey of discovery and connection.

From Jagger to Her Own Stage: Yolanda Charles on Her Bold Move with “Acid Funk”
Interviews

From Jagger to Her Own Stage: Yolanda Charles on Her Bold Move with “Acid Funk”

She played with icons like Jagger and Clapton. Now Yolanda Charles is making her own statement with her latest album, "Acid Funk."

The Warning’s Alejandra Villarreal Vélez Brings Thunderous Bass Groove to Headlining US Tour
Concerts & Tours

The Warning’s Alejandra Villarreal Vélez Brings Thunderous Bass Groove to Headlining US Tour

The Warning returns with a headlining US tour, led by bassist Alejandra Villarreal Vélez’s powerful groove. See full dates and video.

A Tribute to 30 Years: Vintage’s Limited Edition VJ74 Bass Arrives in British Racing Green
Basses

A Tribute to 30 Years: Vintage’s Limited Edition VJ74 Bass Arrives in British Racing Green

Vintage marks its 30th anniversary with a limited edition VJ74 bass, featuring design details inspired by classic models from their ReIssued Series.

Leland Sklar’s 36-Year Journey with Lyle Lovett’s Large Band Continues – 2025 Tour Announced
Concerts & Tours

Leland Sklar’s 36-Year Journey with Lyle Lovett’s Large Band Continues – 2025 Tour Announced

Bass legend Leland Sklar's 36-year journey with Lyle Lovett's Large Band continues as the group hits the road for their 2025 tour. Check out the full list of dates and venues to catch this enduring collaboration live.

James Oesi Brings Sofia Gubaidulina’s Lost Bass Etudes to Life After Years of Censorship
New Albums

James Oesi Brings Sofia Gubaidulina’s Lost Bass Etudes to Life After Years of Censorship

Banned for years, Sofia Gubaidulina's bass etudes finally get the spotlight as James Oesi delivers a powerful new recording of these forgotten gems.