Snarky Puppy and The Metropole Orkest Announce New Collaboration
Nearly a decade ago, Snarky Puppy expanded on their jazz-funk foundations by recording the album "Sylva" with the famed Metropole Orkest. The collaboration garnered them a Grammy for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album, and now they’re looking to repeat history.
Kim Deal Releases Debut Solo Album, “Nobody Loves You More”
Former Pixies bassist and Breeders frontwoman Kim Deal has been making music for decades, but she’s just released her first ever solo album. “Nobody Loves You More” began over a decade ago, but came more into focus when she was in the Florida Keys during the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pino Palladino Featured on Michael Kiwanuka’s “Small Changes”
British singer-songwriter Michael Kiwanuka has returned with his fourth album, "Small Changes." The soulful effort sees him teaming up again with producers Danger Mouse and Inflo and some special guests, including Pino Palladino.
Ernie Ball Music Man Launches 2024 Limited Edition Version of the Tim Commerford StingRay Bass
In addition to refreshing John Myung’s Bongo 6 bass, Ernie Ball Music Man has announced new finishes for the Tim Commerford Artist Series StingRay.
George Porter, Jr. Announces New Album, “Porter’s Pocket”
George Porter, Jr. has a feel like no other and is about to prove it again with a new album. "Porter's Pocket" will be an instrumental album with his group Runnin' Pardners.
Bass of the Week: Meta Guitars Veil Long Scale
France’s Meta Guitars has a bass model called the Veil, which comes in long, medium, and short-scale versions. The unique body shape has an ethereal vibe, which the company gives a great description.
Andy Rourke Mural Unveiled in Manchester
The Smiths bassist Andy Rourke tragically died of pancreatic cancer in 2023 at just 59 years old. Now his image has become part of an effort to raise awareness of the disease.
New Harley Flanagan Documentary, “Wired For Chaos,” Streaming Now
Cro-Mags bassist Harley Flanagan has had a remarkable career and an even crazier life. His wild story has been told in a new documentary called "Wired For Chaos."
Al Green Reunites with Leroy Hodges for “Everybody Hurts” Cover
Al Green has returned with a new single covering the R.E.M. classic “Everybody Hurts” with Leroy Hodges on bass. The soul legend poured his heart into the track with a full band and strings for a deep experience.
Kevin McCormick Returns to Anchor Experience Hendrix Tour 2025
The Experience Hendrix Tour is returning for 2025 with an incredible list of musicians paying homage to the guitar icon. Kevin McCormick is returning to anchor the tour on bass.
Live 1994 Album Showcases Oscar Peterson’s Return and Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen’s Prowess
In 1993, jazz piano virtuoso suffered a stroke that weakened his left side and put him out of commission. He would return to playing the next year. Part of his big return was captured in a new live album called “City Lights: The Oscar Peterson Quartet – Live in Munich, 1994.”
Marek Bero Publishes “Bass Gym: 101 Position Exercises”
Marek Bero is back with a new set of exercises in his Bass Gym 101 series. The eleventh book in the line, “101 Position Exercises,” focuses on position exercises with a progressive series of lessons to get you all over the fingerboard.