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Joe Dart Drives the Groove on “The Fearless Flyers IV”
New Albums

Joe Dart Drives the Groove on “The Fearless Flyers IV”

Get ready to take flight: The Fearless Flyers are at it again! The band has just released “The Fearless Flyers IV,” featuring songs captured at the Blue Note in New York City.

Fodera Introduces the Ryan Martinie “Black Beauty” Standard Bass
Basses

Fodera Introduces the Ryan Martinie “Black Beauty” Standard Bass

Mudvayne bassist Ryan Martinie’s signature line of Fodera instruments has gotten a new member as the company has announced the “Black Beauty” Standard bass.

Herbie Hancock Reunites Original Head Hunters Band for 50th Anniversary Concert
Concerts & Tours

Herbie Hancock Reunites Original Head Hunters Band for 50th Anniversary Concert

The music from Herbie Hancock’s career can be described as influential, but for bassists, the “Head Hunters” album may take the cake. The keyboardist has announced a concert that’s being called the first performance from the original Head Hunters since 1973.

Bass of the Week: Stambaugh Designs Custom Bass
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: Stambaugh Designs Custom Bass

I love it when readers share their basses with us. Jonathan Chase sent us the details of his new axe from luthier Chris Stambaugh, and it’s a real beauty.

Incubus Announce New Bassist, 2024 Arena Tour
News

Incubus Announce New Bassist, 2024 Arena Tour

Incubus has announced a U.S. arena tour for 2024 during which they will be performing their career-defining album Morning View in its entirety. They also made an important announcement to their lineup.

Sire Guitars Unveils Z-Series Basses
Basses

Sire Guitars Unveils Z-Series Basses

Sire attended the 2024 NAMM Show to launch several new lines of basses, including the Z Series. It has two basses – the Z3 and the Z7 – that are their take on a classic bass design.

In Memoriam: Derrick McIntyre
In Memoriam

In Memoriam: Derrick McIntyre

Bassist Derrick McIntyre, who played with Jamiroquai, Roy Ayers, and others, has died after an automobile accident. He was 66 years old. The news was shared by his family as well as Jamiroquai frontman Jay Kay, who paid tribute to McIntyre.

Ashdown Introduces Affordable Roasted Series Basses At NAMM 2024
Basses

Ashdown Introduces Affordable Roasted Series Basses At NAMM 2024

Ashdown is most known for their bass amplifiers and pedals, but in 2020, it introduced a line of bass guitars. This year at NAMM, they unveiled the next generation of their basses with the Roasted Series.

Khruangbin Announces Extensive 2024 North American Tour
Concerts & Tours

Khruangbin Announces Extensive 2024 North American Tour

Khruangbin recently announced their next studio album, “A LA SALA,” will be dropping on April 5th. Now they’re revealed that they’ll be supporting the record with an extensive North American tour.

Eastwood Guitars Announces the Jet Star Bass
Basses

Eastwood Guitars Announces the Jet Star Bass

Eastwood Guitars has a knack for reviving instrument designs of the past. The latest is their newly announced Jet Star Bass, which pays homage to the DeArmond Jet Star from the ’60s.

The Immediate Family Announce February Tour
Concerts & Tours

The Immediate Family Announce February Tour

Leland Sklar and The Immediate Family have announced a tour just ahead of the release of their upcoming album, “Skin in the Game,” which is out on February 16th.

What Cha Got: An Interview with Bobby Vega
Interviews

What Cha Got: An Interview with Bobby Vega

In this new interview, Bobby Vega gave us the low down on his new album, “What Cha Got,” his take on playing guitar, his plans for helping bassists, and – of course – his glorious gear.