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Must-See: Lee Ritenour’s “Rio Funk” Live with Melvin Davis Laying Down Funky Grooves
Lee Ritenour's "Rio Funk" is a jazz-fusion classic, and this 2008 live performance featuring bass virtuoso Melvin Davis, drummer Will Kennedy, and keyboardist Patrice Rushen is packed with groove and energy.
Inside Stanley Clarke’s Documentary: A Deep Dive into His Career and New Music
A new documentary, “Stanley Clarke: Forever,” offers an intimate look at the legendary bassist’s career, his influence on jazz fusion, and the making of his latest album, “Last Train to Sanity.” Now streaming, the film features interviews with Marcus Miller and showcases Clarke’s 4EVER band.
Bass of the Week: The Upgraded Brooks 1.2 Short-Scale, Inspired by a Classic
The Brooks 1.2 is an upgraded short-scale bass inspired by the original Brooks 1, featuring a chambered mahogany body, flamed maple top, and powerful Artec humbuckers. With a nod to classic designs and modern upgrades, this bass delivers versatile tones and stunning aesthetics.
Newly Unearthed: Jaco Pastorius’ Iconic “Slang” Bass Solo Live in Pittsburgh (1980)
Hear Jaco Pastorius' legendary "Slang" bass solo from Weather Report's 1980 Pittsburgh show—featuring rare audio and masterful technique.
Hear Thundercat’s Creative Bass Lines on Mac Miller’s Posthumous “Balloonerism”
Mac Miller's long-awaited posthumous album "Balloonerism" is finally here, featuring standout bass work from Thundercat on several tracks. The album, recorded in 2013, is now available alongside an accompanying short film.
Weekly Top 10 in Bass: NAMM News, Jaco Memories & More (Jan 11-17, 2025)
Catch up on the biggest bass stories from January 11-17, 2025, including exciting NAMM news, Mike Stern’s reflections on Jaco Pastorius, and Ryan Madora’s groove-filled lesson inspired by Duck Dunn. Don’t miss this week’s top 10!
MonoNeon, Marcus King, and Chris Dave Deliver “Hot Cheetos” Magic at Blue Note NYC
MonoNeon teams up with Marcus King and Chris Dave for an unforgettable live performance of “Hot Cheetos” at the Blue Note in NYC. Watch the dynamic trio bring the heat with solos and genre-bending grooves in this must-see clip.
Wilco’s Southern Tour with Waxahatchee Marks a Hometown Return for John Stirratt
Wilco and Waxahatchee are joining forces for a 2025 Southern tour, with Wilco bassist John Stirratt celebrating a special hometown show in New Orleans. See the full list of dates and details.
Ibanez’s New EHB Basses with Fishman Fluence Pickups Set for NAMM Debut
Ibanez is expanding its popular EHB bass lineup with new models featuring Fishman Fluence pickups, blending modern design with versatile tone. Unveiled ahead of NAMM, these updates mark a bold step forward for headless bass innovation.
Nik West Unleashes Funky Power in “Forbidden Fruit” Live Session at Little Big Beat Studios
Funk bassist Nik West delivers an electrifying live performance of “Forbidden Fruit” at Little Big Beat Studios, backed by a powerhouse band. Watch the full session and experience her signature groove in action.
Laura Lee and Khruangbin to Bring Heavy Grooves on “A La Sala” 2025 Tour
Khruangbin is bringing their "A La Sala" tour into 2025 with newly announced spring dates across the U.S. Bassist Laura Lee and the band will deliver their signature grooves from Texas to the Northeast, wrapping up in Portland, Maine.
First Look: Trickfish Introduces the J-Core Preamp with Mike Pope’s Signature EQ Design Ahead of NAMM
Trickfish Amplification has unveiled the J-Core Preamp, featuring Mike Pope’s signature 4-band EQ design. Designed as a drop-in upgrade for Jazz Basses, the J-Core offers customizable tone shaping with intuitive controls—just in time for its debut at the 2025 NAMM Show.