Bass of the Week: The UFO Bass? Tristan Devaucoup’s 6EQUJ5 Redefines What a Bass Can Be
Tristan Devaucoup's 6EQUJ5 bass defies convention with its one-piece maple body, modular pickup system, and ultra-lightweight design. See what makes it unique.
Pink Floyd’s Live at Pompeii Just Got a 4K Upgrade – Plus a New Album Reissue
Pink Floyd's "Live at Pompeii" has been remastered in 4K and returns to theaters this April, with an expanded album reissue arriving on May 2.
Fodera’s Monarch Power P Bass Gets a “Shocking” New Look in the Standard Series
Fodera unveils the Monarch Power P-Bass, featuring a "shocking" wood treatment for a bold, one-of-a-kind look in their Standard Series lineup.
How Don Messina & Rich Peare Revived Jazz’s Most Timeless Sound on “Blues for Peter”
Don Messina and Rich Peare bring a fresh take to jazz tradition on Blues for Peter, blending gut-string bass and nylon guitar for a timeless sound.
Chris Beattie Speaks Out on Hatebreed Split: “The Decision Was Not Mine”
Chris Beattie addresses his sudden Hatebreed exit, revealing it wasn’t his decision. The longtime bassist hints at controversy behind the split.
David Ellefson Turns the Mic Around: Launching a New Podcast with Rock Icons
David Ellefson steps into the host’s seat with “The David Ellefson Show,” a bi-weekly podcast featuring candid talks with rock stars and music insiders.
Pantera’s Rex Brown & Ashdown Unveil the RB-800: A Signature Bass Amp with Muscle
Pantera's Rex Brown teamed up with Ashdown to create the RB-800, an 800-watt bass amp designed for power, versatility, and deep tonal flexibility.
Christian Olde Wolbers Leaves Vio-lence: “My Journey with the Band Has Come to an End”
Bassist Christian Olde Wolbers is leaving Vio-lence to pursue his own solo band and production career. The thrash metal act has yet to announce a new bassist.
No Loops, No Band – Just Daniele Camarda and a Six-String Bass on a Rooftop
Daniele Camarda delivers a mesmerizing solo bass performance, blending improvisation with digital processing in this must-watch rooftop video.
How Dane Alderson Helped Shape Yellowjackets’ 27th Album After 10 Years in the Band
Yellowjackets has been a mainstay of the jazz scene since their inception in 1977. They’ve just released Fasten Up, which incredibly marks their 27th album. Part of the quartet’s success has been due to their expansive and exploratory sound, says saxophonist Bob Mintzer. “We appreciate chamber music, R&B, gospel, straight-ahead jazz, in such a way that it’s hard to pinpoint...
Why Yolanda Charles is Skipping the Traditional Album Rollout and Releasing “Acid Funk” Her Way
Yolanda Charles is redefining album releases. With "Acid Funk," she’s skipping the traditional rollout and embracing an independent path on her own terms.
Pantera’s 2025 Reunion Rolls On: Summer Tour Includes Metallica, Suicidal Tendencies, Amon Amarth, Black Sabbath, Ozzy & Slayer
Pantera’s reunion continues into 2025 with a summer tour featuring Metallica, Suicidal Tendencies, Amon Amarth, Slayer, Black Sabbath & more.