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‘Three Worlds’: Nathan East Leads the Funk with His Signature Yamaha and Laney Rig
Nathan East anchors a live funk session with his signature Yamaha bass and Laney amp, joined by Erick Walls and John Paris for the jam titled “Three Worlds.”
Best New Bass Gear in May 2025: Spector Euro CST, Pino Palladino Strings, and More
From Spector’s Euro CST basses to Pino Palladino's new flats, here are the standout bass gear releases we covered in May 2025.
Earthquaker Devices Debuts Splitter and Mixer Pedals for Flexible Signal Routing
Earthquaker Devices has released two utility pedals—the One to Four Splitter and Four to One Mixer—designed to expand routing and signal control options.
Robert Trujillo’s Metallic Gold Warwick Delivers the Low-End Firepower on “Battery” in Toronto – April 26, 2025
Robert Trujillo brings the low-end firepower to Metallica’s Toronto show with a crushing performance of “Battery” on his metallic gold Warwick.
Spector Launches Doug Wimbish Euro 4, Modeled After His Original 1987 NS-2 Bass
Spector’s Doug Wimbish Euro 4 Signature combines a slim neck, custom EMGs, and design cues from his classic 1987 NS-2 bass.
Inside the Process: Gwizdala, Smith, and Valera Rework Soundgarden’s “Black Hole Sun” in a Live Jazz Fusion Session
Watch Janek Gwizdala, Steve Smith, and Manuel Valera build a jazz fusion version of Soundgarden’s “Black Hole Sun” in a creative live writing session.
Bryan Beller and The Aristocrats Set 2026 European Dates for “DUCK” Tour
The Aristocrats return to Europe in 2026 for a full tour performing music from their latest album, DUCK, plus highlights from their full catalog.
Wonder Women: How June Rotenberg Broke Barriers in Jazz and Classical Bass
Explore the legacy of June Rotenberg, a pioneering bassist who played with jazz greats, toured Europe, and recorded in all-women ensembles.
Leland Sklar’s Birthday Is the Perfect Reason to Rewatch This 1990 Live Cut of “Inside Out” with Phil Collins
Leland Sklar turned a year older yesterday. We’re marking the occasion with his stellar 1990 performance on Phil Collins’ live version of “Inside Out.”
Chuck Rainey’s Autobiography Traces a Lifetime of Iconic Bass Lines and Music History
Bass legend Chuck Rainey reflects on his decades-long career in a new autobiography detailing sessions with Aretha Franklin, Steely Dan, and more.
How a Sponge and an 8-Bar Groove Capture That James Jamerson-Era Funk Bass Tone
Create a vintage funk bass tone using sponge muting in this 8-bar groove lesson with tone, rhythm, and technique tips.
Will Lee and Steve Gadd Reunite for Simon Oslender’s “All That Matters” in a Soulful Studio Performance
Will Lee lays it down on his Sadowsky 5 string alongside Steve Gadd and Simon Oslender in this tight live performance of “All That Matters.”