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Kikuchi Guitars Brings Its Boutique Japanese Bass Craftsmanship to Europe and USA
Japanese boutique bass brand Kikuchi Guitars, led by master luthier Yoshi Kikuchi, is now available in the U.S. and Europe with its Hermes bass lineup.
Stuart Clayton’s New Instructional Book Is a Deep Dive Into the Art of Solo Bass
Stuart Clayton has released "Solo Bass: 18 Solo Pieces for Bass Guitar," a new instructional book featuring original compositions, studies, classical arrangements, and more.
Paul McCartney, Elvis Costello, and Jon Batiste Turn The Late Show with Stephen Colbert Finale Into an All-Star Jam
The final Late Show episode became an unexpected all-star jam featuring Paul McCartney, Elvis Costello, Jon Batiste, and Louis Cato.
Bryan Beller Anchors Haken’s New Single, “In a Fever Dream”
Haken has returned with “In a Fever Dream,” their first new song in three years. The track features Bryan Beller on bass following Conner Green’s departure.
Signed Les Claypool Whamolas Are Coming to the Claypool Gold Tour
Pachyderm Instruments has announced a limited run of signed Whamola Tour Edition instruments available at the Claypool Gold Tour merch booth.
Lola Young’s Apple Music Session Features a Fretless Bass Performance You Need to Hear
Lola Young sounds incredible here, but the fretless bass player deserves attention too. Outstanding feel, tone, and playing.
Steve Swallow Announces First Leader Album in Over a Decade, “Winter Songs”
Jazz bass icon Steve Swallow has announced “Winter Songs,” his first leader date in over a decade and a deeply personal new album for ECM Records.
Electro-Harmonix Unleashes the Deluxe Bass Big Muff 2
Electro-Harmonix has unveiled the Deluxe Bass Big Muff 2, a bass fuzz pedal with Blend, Gate, Crossover, DI output, Direct output, and more.
The GK 1001RB Legacy Gets a Full Workout in Ben Jones’s Latest Demo
This Ben Jones play along delivers deep pocket, rich tone, and a closer listen to the new GK 1001RB Legacy setup.
The Smashing Pumpkins Announce “Rats in a Cage” Tour Celebrating “Mellon Collie” with Jack Bates
The Smashing Pumpkins have announced the “Rats in a Cage” Tour, celebrating Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness with dates across North America.
James Jamerson Motown Bass Breakdown: Add “What’s Going On” Feel to Your Groove
Learn how to add James Jamerson-inspired Motown movement to your bass lines with chord tones, pentatonic notes, voice leading, and chromatic motion.
Joe Dart Is Unleashed on This Live Performance of “The Vision” with Olllam
Joe Dart is the highlight on “The Vision,” turning in a must watch performance with his new signature bass.