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Ernie Ball Releases Pino Palladino Smoothie Flats Bass Strings: “They Have a Real Kind of Thump”

Ernie Ball’s Smoothie Flats, created with Pino Palladino, are now available in two gauges, featuring flatwound construction and a low-tension feel.

In "Flyers Crusade," Joe Dart and Nate Smith showcase their rhythmic chemistry, laying down the foundation of The Fearless Flyers' latest groove.

BassFest 2025, formerly the Dutch Double Bass Festival, returns to Rotterdam with Mohini Dey and Dave Holland leading the lineup.

Mai Leisz opens up about motherhood, returning to vocals, and creating her most personal music yet, with help from Jackson Browne.

Bassist Kevin Scott anchors Warren Haynes’ new live session with deep groove and feel in performances of “Terrified” and “Lies, Lies, Lies.”

A previously unreleased 1982 concert by Manu Dibango has surfaced, showcasing his band's deep funk and soul, anchored by bassist Hary Gofin.

Explore how to groove in 6/8 time on bass, using triads, transitions, and timing inspired by Sam Cooke's "Bring It On Home to Me."

In this live session at Electric Lady Studios, Pino Palladino and Questlove back Yebba in a deep, laid-back groove.

Mark Deutsch, inventor of the Bazantar, has passed away. His work fused classical bass and Eastern traditions into a singular musical vision.

Catalinbread's Wake pedal brings an eight-voice chorus and octave-down blend, delivering subtle, always-on tone for bassists and guitarists alike.

A homemade fretless Jazz Bass, a Jaco-inspired sticker, and a soulful take on "A Remark You Made" — Iv4nBass brings it all together.

Dream Theater’s Volume 2 box set collects four albums from their 2000s era, showcasing the band’s evolving sound and progressive metal legacy.