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Charles Berthoud: If “Ghostbusters” Was The Hardest Song In The World
We’re gearing up for Halloween with the help of Charles Berthoud. His latest in the “Hardest Song In The World” series focuses on the “Ghostbusters” theme song.
Iron Maiden Announces North American “Future Past” Tour Dates
The mighty Iron Maiden will be returning to North America for an epic arena tour. The newly announced leg of their Future Past world tour will cover Canada and the U.S. in October and November of 2024.
Guild Announces Limited Starfire Bass II in Black
Guild has reintroduced the Starfire Bass II in a bold Black finish for a limited run alongside the Starfire III Black and M-75 Aristocrat Black guitars. Originally introduced in 1967, the Starfire Bass II is fitted with a pair of Guild BS-1 BiSonic pickups.
Tony Senatore and Alan Lo Presti: I Want You To Want Me
Tony Senatore sent us his latest video with guitarist Alan Lo Presti, and this one rocks. Tony pulls out all the stops in this one, including playing a 12-string bass while handling the vocals on Cheap Trick’s “I Want You To Want Me.”
In Memoriam: Gregg Sutton
Gregg Sutton, who played for people like Andy Kaufman and Bob Dylan, has passed away. He was 74 years old.
Sterling By Music Man Introduces Pete Wentz Signature Model
After introducing their own version of the DarkRay, Sterling by Music Man has introduced a new signature model for Pete Wentz. The Fall Out Boy bassist’s new Artist Series StingRay marks SBMM’s first full-scale passive bass.
Remco Hendriks: Adventurous Funky Bass Grooves
It’s always a good day when we spot a new video from Remco Hendriks. Dig his playing on a jam he calls “Adventurous Funky Bass Grooves.”
Geddy Lee Announces New Docuseries, “Are Bass Players Human, Too?”
Geddy Lee has a busy few months coming up. His new memoir, “My Effin’ Life,” is releasing on November 14th, and he’ll be on the road in support of it. Now he’s unveiled a new docuseries called “Geddy Lee Asks: Are Bass Players Human Too?”
Wonder Women: Jennifer Young
In this month’s edition of “Wonder Women: Stories From The Women Who Play Bass,” we look at Jennifer Young, the bassist for the acclaimed California-based instrumental rock fusion trio, the Travis Larson Band.
Ellen Alaverdyan: My Top 10 Favorite Bass Lines – Part 3
Ellen Alaverdyan is back with another episode of her top 10 favorite bass lines. In this video, she discusses and plays along to 10 of her favorite tunes.
Dusty Hill’s Furry Bass, ’53 Precision, And More Up For Auction
Two years after his passing, ZZ Top bassist Dusty Hill’s collection is going up for sale. Julien’s Auctions has announced “The Collection of Dusty Hill of ZZ Top,” which features nearly 1,200 lots of his items.
How To Play A Texas Shuffle In E on Bass
Today’s “Keep It Groovy” lesson involves playing a blues shuffle in the key of E, and more specifically, a Texas style shuffle. Inspired by the bass line from Albert Collins’ “T Bone Shuffle,” this takes us through a 12-bar-blues progression.