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“The Only Girl in the Orchestra” Now Streaming on Netflix
Orin O’Brien became the first woman to join the New York Philharmonic in 1966. Now, "The Only Girl in the Orchestra" is widely open to audiences as it is now streaming on Netflix.
Bass of the Week: Duesenberg Kavalier
The Duesenberg Kavalier bass seems like a throwback to quirky vintage instruments, but the company designed it with more versatility than basses of yore. It features a short 30.5-inch scale similar to vintage instruments, but the key to its tone is its unique pickup.
Liam Galiano Gets in Touch with Nature with “Nestled” for Solo Bass
Liam Galiano sent us this new video, saying “I just released a set of 3 short solo bass tunes about nature, specifically bird families. These little birds made their home in the flower pot on our porch, so I wrote this tune for them.”
AC/DC Hits the Road: First North American Tour in 9 Years
Get ready to power up, North America. AC/DC has announced its first tour of the U.S. and Canada in nine years.
From “Rumours” to Reality: How John McVie Inspired My Journey to the Bass
When I was eight years old, Fleetwood Mac's "Rumours" sparked a lifelong love of the bass. Without John McVie’s subtle brilliance, No Treble might not exist. Here’s how his playing inspired my journey.
Will Lee Shares Footage of George Harrison’s Final Concert at Royal Albert Hall
Will Lee has been sharing a lot of amazing videos lately, and this one is super special. Here's footage of George Harrison's final concert at Royal Albert Hall.
Weekly Top 10: The Best in Bass for November 30 – December 6, 2024
This week’s top 10 includes our retrospective on Jaco Pastorius’s first year as a recording artist, bass gear (including a bonus top 10), a great Anderson Bruford Wakeman Howe video (with Jeff Berlin), Ryan Madora’s new lesson on mastering blues bass, our podcast episode with Brian Wheat, and more.
Eastwood Guitars Announces the Rivolta Mondata Bass Guitar
Eastwood Guitars has had the uber-cool Rivolta Mondata design in their stable for years, and now they’ve finally applied the concept to the bass. Designed by Dennis Fano, the bass has a sleek body shape made from Simarouba, which is an ultra-lightweight wood.
Unearthed: A Rare 1977/78 Jaco Pastorius Performance at The Sting
The Jaco Pastorius Archive shared a newly discovered live recording of Jaco, recorded in either 1977 or 1978. This 63-minute recording was likely recorded at The Sting in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania.
Meshuggah Announces North American Tour with Cannibal Corpse and Carcass
Swedish prog-metal giants Meshuggah have announced their return to North America with a new tour slated for the spring. They won't be alone. The band is bringing along fellow icons Cannibal Corpse and Carcass along for the ride.
Jukka Haavisto: Opus nr. 8 (Live)
Jukka Haavisto sent us an exciting video from his new "Live at Eclipse Jazz Club" album and performance. "'Opus nr. 8' is a vibrant example of controlled chaos, showcasing intricate riffs, interesting rhythms, and the signature interplay between Haavisto and his bandmates."
Gene Simmons Band Announces Spring Tour Dates
KISS bassist and vocalist Gene Simmons is headed out on the road in 2025 with his eponymous solo band. Simmons is joined by guitarists Brent Woods and Zach Throne and drummer Brian Tichy.