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Groove – Episode #120: Brian Wheat
Brian Wheat has always been a storyteller, whether through his bass lines with Tesla or his lens as a photographer. Known as the bassist for the multi-platinum rock band Tesla, Brian’s career spans decades. He's our guest for this month's Groove Podcast.
Lake Street Dive: Help Is On The Way (Live on the Kelly Clarkson Show)
A couple of months ago, Lake Street Dive made an appearance on the Kelly Clarkson show in support of their latest album, "Good Together." "Help Is On The Way" is a soulful tune with horns and Bridget Kearney's rock-solid playing.
Jason Raso Pays Tribute to the Beatles on “Blue Jay Way”
If you’re a fan of the bass and The Beatles, you’ll want to check this out. Bassist Jason Raso has released a new album called "Blue Jay Way" that features 12 Fab Four classics arranged for bass, vocals, drums, and trumpet.
Master Blues Bass By Learning “One Way Out” (and Understand What Most Players Get Wrong About Blues)
You'd be surprised to know just how crucial blues music is for the development of most genres today. Ryan Madora shows us how to master blues bass with The Allman Brothers Band's "One Way Out."
Charles Berthoud and Bernth: Slap Bass vs. Slap Guitar
Charles Berthoud and Bernth give us a preview of their tour battle with this video they call "Slap Bass vs. Slap Guitar."
Janek Gwizdala Publishes “The Bassist’s Book of Scales and Arpeggios”
Janek Gwizdala has published a new comprehensive book on learning the fundamentals of music. “The Bassist’s Book of Scales and Arpeggios” compiles methods and exercises for putting the musical alphabet to use.
G&L Adds ASAT Bass to Fullerton Deluxe Series
G&L has added a new member to their Fullerton Deluxe family with the ASAT Bass. The new model puts the design, originally introduced in the late ’80s, into their USA-made deluxe series.
The Headhunters: The Stunt Man (Live on KEXP)
KEXP hosted The Headhunters back in September and just dropped some great videos from the session. Here’s the band performing “The Stunt Man,” with a solo by bassist Chris Severin.
“Christian McBride’s World at Sea” Cruise Announced for 2026
Christian McBride has participated in plenty of jazz cruises, but now he’s starting his own. Christian McBride’s World at Sea is set to launch January 20, 2026, through January 27, 2026. It will feature over 25 musical artists, comedians, and other special guests.
Bass of the Week: Disher Rattlesnake Bass
This week, we’re looking at the Disher Rattlesnake Bass, a cool bass packed with tonal options. The body is fitted with an Artec mudbucker and a Wilkinson P/J pickup set. The bass takes its name from the political cartoon carried through its design and is available in natural, metallic cherry red, or metallic blue.
James Oesi: J.S. Bach’s Fuga (BWV 1003)
Today we're sharing what may be the first performance of Bach's Violin Sonata No. 2 in A Minor (BWV 1003) on the bass. James Oesi arranged the piece for bass and recorded a jaw-dropping version.
Michael League Focuses on Fretless Acoustic for “Keeping Company” with Bill Laurance
Bill Laurance and Michael League have been playing together for over 20 years in Snarky Puppy as well as other ventures. Last year they teamed up for a duo album and now they’ve followed it up with "Keeping Company," which features Laurance on piano and League on oud and fretless acoustic bass.