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Ellen Alaverdyan: Quantum Science
Ellen Alaverdyan broke out the fretless for her latest video, and in this one, she’s once again playing along with a Yousician track.
Leland Sklar and The Immediate Family Announce New Album, “Skin In The Game”
With their documentary getting released in December, the legendary sessions musicians of The Immediate Family have announced their next studio album. “Skin In The Game,” the band’s second full-length studio album, will be released on February 16th.
Weekly Top 10: November 11-17, 2023
It’s time for your recap of the top stories from the bass world for the week. This week’s reader-favorite top 10 list includes some sweet gear, new albums, Geddy Lee’s new book, and more.
Rebecca Johnson Band: Why Didn’t You Call Me
Rebecca Johnson dropped an excellent video of her band performing on November 15th. In this clip, they take on the Macy Gray tune, “Why Didn’t You Call Me.”
Rex Brown and Pantera Announce New North American Tour Dates
After wrapping up the first leg earlier this summer, metal titans Pantera have announced a second leg of their North American headlining tour.
Ola Englund Launches Budget-Minded S by Solar Brand with AB4.4C Bass
Ola Englund’s Solar Guitars has just launched a new brand of instruments called S by Solar. The Haunted guitarist and producer says the line provides a maximum value heavy metal instrument at a low price.
Live From Daryl’s House: Heroes (with Robert Fripp)
Daryl Hall dropped a new video this week from his “Live From Daryl’s House” series, and this is a great one. Robert Fripp visited and the group performed David Bowie’s “Heroes,” which included Fripp in the original recording.
Martyn LeNoble To Sit Out Porno For Pyros Farewell Tour
Porno for Pyros excited fans last year when they reunited for a handful of shows, and now they’re gearing up for more. With all the good news comes some less good news as original bassist Martyn LeNoble has announced he won’t be taking part in the tour.
Judas Priest Announces Tour, Releases New Song
Judas Priest has announced the “Invincible Shield” Tour, which will take them across the United States next spring. The band also announced their upcoming album, Invincible Shield, during a performance at the PowerTrip Festival.
Tim Starace: The Analog Kid (Bass and Keys Playthrough)
My friend Tim Starace is at it again. He just sent me his latest playthrough video, and this one showcases his bass and keyboard skills on Rush’s “The Analog Kid” from “Signals.”
Kinga Glyk Announces New Album, “Real Life”
Bassist and composer Kinga Glyk has announced a new album called “Real Life,” which she ways will be released on January 26th. Snarky Puppy leader and 5-time Grammy winner Michael League produced it.
Fusion is Awesome: An Interview with Scott Devine of Scott’s Bass Lessons
In this new interview with Scott Devine of Scott's Bass Lessons, we discuss why fusion gets a bad rap, “The Devine King Project,” why fusion artists don't get the recognition they deserve nowadays, and more.