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Tony Levin: Espressoville
I’ve really been enjoying Tony Levin’s new album, “Bringing It Down to the Bass.” He recently dropped another super creative video in support of it, with the tune “Espressoville.”
Snarky Puppy and The Metropole Orkest Announce New Collaboration
Nearly a decade ago, Snarky Puppy expanded on their jazz-funk foundations by recording the album "Sylva" with the famed Metropole Orkest. The collaboration garnered them a Grammy for Best Contemporary Instrumental Album, and now they’re looking to repeat history.
Wonder Women: “I Know How To Live:” The Life of Kristen Pfaff
We’re revisiting Kristen Pfaff's story for an important reason: I was given the opportunity to share an exclusive from the long-awaited biography about Kristen Pfaff, titled “I Know How to Live:” The Life of Kristen Pfaff, written by Guy Mankowski and Jason Pfaff.
Stuart Clayton: “Subway to Venus” Bass Cover
Stuart Clayton is back with another bass cover, and this time he takes on Flea’s funky work on Red Hot Chili Peppers' “Subway to Venus.”
Kim Deal Releases Debut Solo Album, “Nobody Loves You More”
Former Pixies bassist and Breeders frontwoman Kim Deal has been making music for decades, but she’s just released her first ever solo album. “Nobody Loves You More” began over a decade ago, but came more into focus when she was in the Florida Keys during the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.
State of Independence: The Story Behind the Song and the Controversy Surrounding Its Bass Line
In this episode, I’m digging into Donna Summer’s song “State of Independence.” We’ll get into the amazing story of how it set up “We Are the World,” and try to figure out if Michael Jackson ripped off Louis Johnson’s bass line.
Rebecca Johnson Band: Yacht Rock Classics
Rebecca Johnson dropped another video from a recent performance. It starts with Christopher Cross’s “Ride Like the Wind,” followed by Little River Band’s “Playing To Win.” They save the best for last with a performance of Steely Dan’s “Peg.”
Pino Palladino Featured on Michael Kiwanuka’s “Small Changes”
British singer-songwriter Michael Kiwanuka has returned with his fourth album, "Small Changes." The soulful effort sees him teaming up again with producers Danger Mouse and Inflo and some special guests, including Pino Palladino.
Ernie Ball Music Man Launches 2024 Limited Edition Version of the Tim Commerford StingRay Bass
In addition to refreshing John Myung’s Bongo 6 bass, Ernie Ball Music Man has announced new finishes for the Tim Commerford Artist Series StingRay.
Is This The Fastest Bass Solo Ever? Charles Berthoud Breaks Down A Mohini Dey Solo
Charles Berthoud is back with another “break down” video, and this one is a whopper. Charles goes through a video by Mohini Dey posted by BassTheWorld.com nine years ago.
George Porter, Jr. Announces New Album, “Porter’s Pocket”
George Porter, Jr. has a feel like no other and is about to prove it again with a new album. "Porter's Pocket" will be an instrumental album with his group Runnin' Pardners.
Bass of the Week: Meta Guitars Veil Long Scale
France’s Meta Guitars has a bass model called the Veil, which comes in long, medium, and short-scale versions. The unique body shape has an ethereal vibe, which the company gives a great description.