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Ben Jud Tackles Rush’s “YYZ” with the Martin Miller Session Band
Rush’s “YYZ” gets a sharp rehearsal workout from the Martin Miller Session Band, with Ben Jud on five string Marleaux bass and the whole group locked in.
Ron Carter Returns to Birdland for 2026 “Ron-tober” Residency
Ron Carter returns to Birdland in NYC this October for his annual Ron-tober residency, featuring 29 performances with four ensembles and weekly livestreams.
Watch Bakithi Kumalo Lock In on “50 Ways to Leave Your Lover” with Paul Simon
Bakithi Kumalo and Steve Gadd lock in on Paul Simon’s “50 Ways to Leave Your Lover” in this standout performance from The Quiet Celebration Concert film.
DiCosimo Audio Updates the 360+ Bass Preamp for 2026
DiCosimo Audio updates its 360+ Bass Preamp for 2026 with a smaller enclosure and a more efficient power circuit while preserving its vintage-inspired tone.
David Ellefson to Play Megadeth’s “Countdown to Extinction in Full on European Tour
David Ellefson will perform Megadeth's Countdown to Extinction in full on a 12-date Bass Warrior Tour across Europe this December. See the full itinerary.
Ashdown Bass Amps Are Coming to 300 Guitar Center Stores Across the U.S.
Ashdown expands its U.S. reach through 300 Guitar Center stores and Musician's Friend online, bringing bass amps, instruments and effects to more players.
Royal Masat Shines on Upright Bass with Billy Strings on Austin City Limits
Billy Strings brings “Malfunction Junction” to Austin City Limits, with Royal Masat driving the tune on upright bass in a bluegrass-style stage setup.
Phil Jones and La Bella Announce 2027 Solo Bass Contest
Phil Jones and La Bella are accepting submissions for the 2027 Solo Bass Contest, held January 29 in Anaheim during the NAMM Show.
High Fade’s Ollie Sentance Breaks Down His Custom Sandberg Bass Rig with The Bass Nerds
The Bass Nerds catch up with High Fade bassist Ollie Sentance for a look at his custom Sandberg, compact pedalboard, and hard hitting touring bass rig.
Sadowsky Introduces the MetroExpress Modern Fretless Bass Series
Sadowsky expands the MetroExpress line with Modern Fretless basses featuring roasted flame maple fingerboards, soapbar pickups, and active electronics.
Johnny Blue Skies Takes “It Ain’t All Flowers” Into a 10 Minute Psychedelic Jam
Sturgill Simpson’s Johnny Blue Skies project stretches “It Ain’t All Flowers” past 10 minutes in Berkeley, with Kevin Black locking down the psychedelic jam.
Pat Senatore, Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass Bassist, Dies at 91
Jazz bassist Pat Senatore, known for his work with Herb Alpert and the Tijuana Brass, has died at 91. His career also included Stan Kenton and Sinatra.