Boss Introduces the GX-10 Effects Processor
Boss has introduced the GX-10 Effects Processor, which combines the sound engine and color touch display from the GX-100 into a smaller unit. Designed for bass and guitar, the GX-10 has amp modelers and 170 effects to choose from.
Paul Butterfield Band: Live at Rockpalast, 1978 (with Bobby Vega)
Rockpalast has been going strong since 1976, and it's always a treat when they release vintage shows on YouTube. A few weeks ago, they dropped this gem of Paul Butterfield and his band in 1978, which marked the blues legend's first solo band performance in Europe.
The Wood Brothers Announce New Winter Tour Dates
The Wood Brothers are at it again. The trio of Oliver Wood, Chris Wood, and Jano Rix have announced a set of tour dates for winter 2025. They’ve also revealed that they’re entering the studio this month to begin working on their ninth album.
In Memoriam: Phil Lesh
We are deeply saddened to share the news that Grateful Dead bassist and founding member Phil Lesh has died of undisclosed causes. He was 84 years old. The news was shared on Lesh’s Instagram account.
Duff McKagan Releases Three New Songs Ahead of Fall Tour
Guns N’ Roses bassist Duff McKagan has been focusing on his solo career over the past few years. He’s geared up for the next round of his “Lighthouse” Tour, which kicks off on November 4th, by releasing three new singles.
Hadrien Feraud Announces New Band, New Song with Jaco’s Bass of Doom
Bass virtuoso Hadrien Feraud has announced a new band with vocalist Ryan Quinn called June 32nd, and they’ve just dropped their first single. “No Way Out” is a mid-tempo song with a huge wall of sound.
Foreigner Extends Farewell Tour
Hot off of being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, Foreigner has added a slew of dates to their farewell tour.
Jerry Cantrell Taps Robert Trujillo, Duff McKagan for “I Want Blood”
Alice in Chains guitarist Jerry Cantrell has released his fourth solo album with “I Want Blood.” As the name suggests, the album comes with a healthy dose of aggression and heaviness.
Fernando Molinari: “Netuno” Bass Playthrough
Fernando Molinari recently released the single “Netuno,” featuring Marco Minnemann on drums, Andre Nieri on guitar, and Daniel Felix on keyboards. The song features a monstrous bass line, and Molinari has just released a bass playthrough video so fans can get a closer look at what he does.
Stuart Clayton Publishes “The 80s Bass Book”
Bassist and educator Stuart Clayton is at it again with a new transcription book. “The 80s Bass Book” compiles 18 songs from the biggest artists of the decade.
Bass of the Week: AC Guitars Krell 5/34
It’s been a few years since we featured a bass from AC Guitars in this column, but luthier Alan Cringean has been continuing to produce incredible instruments from his shop in Moffat, Scotland. Case in point: this stunning Krell 5/34.
Ryan Neff Leaves As I Lay Dying
Two years after joining, bassist and vocalist Ryan Neff has left As I Lay Dying. He made the announcement on his Instagram.