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Eric Clapton Announces 2025 U.S. Tour with Nathan East on Bass
Concerts & Tours

Eric Clapton Announces 2025 U.S. Tour with Nathan East on Bass

Nathan East will once again join Eric Clapton for his 2025 U.S. tour. See when and where they’ll be performing on this highly anticipated run.

Harley Benton’s New MSB-5 Bass Brings Multi-Scale Design to the Masses for $299
Basses

Harley Benton’s New MSB-5 Bass Brings Multi-Scale Design to the Masses for $299

A budget-friendly multi-scale bass? Harley Benton’s MSB-5 offers a 5-string design, active/passive electronics, and premium specs—all at an entry-level price.

The Wood Brothers & St. Paul & The Broken Bones Hit the Road – Two Killer Bassists, One Incredible Tour
Concerts & Tours

The Wood Brothers & St. Paul & The Broken Bones Hit the Road – Two Killer Bassists, One Incredible Tour

Bass fans, get ready! Chris Wood & Jesse Phillips join forces as The Wood Brothers & St. Paul & The Broken Bones hit the road this summer.

Bass of the Week: How Gildaxe Crafted This One-of-a-Kind Vintage-Inspired Bass
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: How Gildaxe Crafted This One-of-a-Kind Vintage-Inspired Bass

Gildaxe's JIOSONIC IV is a custom bass built with vintage parts—plus a unique feature that lets it stand upright. See why this build is one of a kind.

Christian McBride’s New Band Showcases Jazz’s Next Generation – Hear Their Stunning Debut
News

Christian McBride’s New Band Showcases Jazz’s Next Generation – Hear Their Stunning Debut

Christian McBride's Ursa Major unveils its debut single, "More Is," blending jazz and R&B with a fresh lineup of rising stars. Hear it now.

Headless and Multi-Scale: Marcus Miller’s Newest Sire Bass Defies Tradition
Basses

Headless and Multi-Scale: Marcus Miller’s Newest Sire Bass Defies Tradition

The new Sire Marcus Miller M6 Headless bass redefines balance and playability with a multi-scale neck, lightweight build, and versatile tone controls.

Ashdown’s New Studio-4 Bass Amp: A Battery-Powered Practice Rig for Bassists on the Go
Amps

Ashdown’s New Studio-4 Bass Amp: A Battery-Powered Practice Rig for Bassists on the Go

Ashdown's Studio-4 is a battery-powered, 3-watt bass amp with a 4" speaker, Bluetooth, and a tiny 2.2-lb frame—perfect for practicing anywhere.

Shinedown’s Eric Bass Steps Into the Spotlight With “I Had A Name” – A Deeply Personal Album
New Albums

Shinedown’s Eric Bass Steps Into the Spotlight With “I Had A Name” – A Deeply Personal Album

Eric Bass of Shinedown steps into the spotlight with "I Had A Name," a deeply personal solo album blending cinematic soundscapes with raw emotion.

Three Pickups, Five Strings: Reverend’s Triad 5 Bass Expands Tonal Possibilities
Basses

Three Pickups, Five Strings: Reverend’s Triad 5 Bass Expands Tonal Possibilities

Reverend Guitars unveils the Triad 5, a 5-string bass with three Jazz Bomb pickups, premium tonewoods, and a sleek design for versatile, dynamic playing.

“Starting Over Felt Crazy”: Paul McCartney’s New Book Dives into Wings’ Wild Ride
News

“Starting Over Felt Crazy”: Paul McCartney’s New Book Dives into Wings’ Wild Ride

Paul McCartney's new book, "Wings: The Story of a Band on the Run," uncovers rare photos, personal struggles, and the journey of rebuilding after The Beatles.

Chick Corea’s Final Live Recordings: “Trilogy 3” with Brian Blade & Christian McBride Now Streaming
New Albums

Chick Corea’s Final Live Recordings: “Trilogy 3” with Brian Blade & Christian McBride Now Streaming

Chick Corea's final live album, "Trilogy 3," featuring Christian McBride & Brian Blade, is now streaming. Hear McBride's stunning bass work on this historic release.

EarthQuaker Just Revived LCD Soundsystem’s Prized Fuzz Pedal
Pedals & Effects

EarthQuaker Just Revived LCD Soundsystem’s Prized Fuzz Pedal

EarthQuaker Devices revives LCD Soundsystem’s prized bass fuzz pedal, capturing its signature grit and tone in a durable, all-analog design.