SoloDallas Introduces the Orbiter Fuzz Pedal
SoloDallas has introduced the Orbiter Fuzz Pedal, which takes its cues from the 1966 Arbiter Fuzz.
John Wetton Box Set Coming In November
John Wetton’s legacy is being celebrated in a new collection of three box sets called “Concentus: The John Wetton Live Collection.” The project has just announced volume one, which will be coming out on November 15th. It will feature 10 CDs remastered by Andy Pearce.
Martyn Casey to Sit Out Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds Tour
Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds are gearing up for a European tour, but unfortunately, bassist Martyn Casey will not be on hand. The band made a statement on the situation while announcing Colin Greenwood as his stand-in.
Bergantino Announces the Forté HP2X Bass Amp
Bergantino has upgraded its Forté HP bass amp line with the new Forté HP2X, which they say is “back and better than ever.” Central to the redesign is a new custom output transformer.
Robert Glasper Releases “Code Derivation” with Vicente Archer on Bass
Pianist Robert Glasper is one of the leading figures bringing hip-hop into a jazz context. His new album, “Code Derivation,” puts them more side by side.
Radiohead’s Colin Greenwood Guests on Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds Album, “Wild God”
Last year, Radiohead’s Colin Greenwood joined Nick Cave on his solo tour of North America. Now the bassist is featured on the new Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds album, “Wild God.”
In Memoriam: Keith McMillen
Audio and music technology innovator Keith McMillen has passed away at the age of 67. The news was shared on his website.
Orange Amplification Updates AD200 Bass Amp and OBC Bass Cabinets
Orange Amplification has upgraded their AD200 bass head and speaker cabinets for 2025. Their flagship bass rig has been used for decades and some new updates show they’re planning to have bassists use it for decades more to come.
The Wailers Push Forward with “Evolution”
Aston “Family Man” Barrett kept The Wailers going the rest of his life and they still continue today under the leadership of his son, Aston Barrett, Jr. They’ve just released their new album, “Evolution.”
Bass of the Week: Bacci Guitars Amitra Michael League Signature
This week we’re checking out the Amitra Woodworm Michael League Signature bass by Bacci Guitars. The Italian-made instrument is crafted with an alder body that’s been affected by wood-boring insects.
Consider the Source: Mouthbreather
Consider the Source has returned with their first new single in years. “Mouthbreather” is a monstrous headbanger that marks the first release from an exciting upcoming album.
Lusithand Devices Announces the Double NFP MKII and Double NFP Special MKII Filter Preamps
Lusithand Devices has revamped its lineup once again with the Double NFP MKII and the Double NFP-Special MKII filter preamps. The company says each model has been “re-invented, re-designed, and reborn.”