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Weekly Top 10: July 29 – August 4, 2023
Time to take a look at what’s been trending in the world of bass this week. Here is your weekly top 10 list of reader favorite stories, including a bonus top 10 list inside.
Electro-Harmonix Launches Pico POG Octave Pedal
Electro-Harmonix has introduced the Pico POG, which marks the smallest and most powerful in their POG series. The Polyphonic Octave Generator offers octave up and down sounds in a compact stompbox.
Zander Zon: How to Double Your Strumming Speed on Bass
Zander Zon is back with another bass instruction video, breaking down one of the facets of his solo bass techniques. Here’s a great lesson on doubling your strumming speed on the bass.
HeadCat Reissues to Include Previously Unreleased Lemmy Recordings
The late, great Lemmy Kilmister was a rock and roll icon through and through, but he also had a deep love for rockabilly. Now, BMG is reissuing several pieces of Headcat’s recorded output.
Mission Engineering and Fender Team Up To Revive Sunn Amplifiers
After decades of darkness, the Sunn will rise again. Mission Engineering and Fender have teamed up to announce the return of Sunn Amplifiers, a brand from the ’60s and ’70s.
Julia Hofer: “Spirits In The Material World” Bass Playalong and Transcription
In this episode of "Best of Bass Lines," Julia Hofer breaks down Sting’s incredible bass line on The Police’s “Spirits In The Material World” before playing along with the notation.
Hannah Marks Announces Debut Album, “Outsider, Outlier”
Bassist Hannah Marks has announced her debut album, “Outsider, Outlier,” which will be released on October 20th. The album combines her early alt-rock influences with her jazz training for a blend of sounds and genres.
Groove – Episode #104: Normand Guilbeault
Immerse yourself in the vibrant rhythm of a maestro’s journey, Normand Guilbeault, who has been at the heartbeat of Canada’s jazz and improvised music sphere for over 40 years. Guilbeault is our guest for this month's Groove Podcast episode.
Xavier Gordon, Brian Frasier-Moore, and Bryan Ladd: Super Mario Medley
Keyboardist Xavier Gordon arranged this Super Mario Brothers mashup, and the trio of Gordon, drummer Brian Frasier-Moore, and bassist Bryan Ladd made magic.
Crowbar Announces Headlining Tour
Crowbar has announced a new headlining tour for 2023. The band is anchored by bassist Shane Wesley, who joined Crowbar in 2018 following the departure of Todd Strange.
Learn The Bass Line To “Glory Days” By Bruce Springsteen
Ryan Madora is keeping things groovy today with The Boss and learning the bass line to “Glory Days” from “Born In The U.S.A.” We’ll look at its theory, integrate some short slides, and do our best Garry Tallent impression.
Jeff Beck and Jan Hammer: Star Cycle (Live At The Hollywood Bowl)
In 2016, Jeff Beck and Jan Hammer teamed up for a live performance at the Hollywood Bowl to celebrate Beck’s 50-year musical career. Here they are performing “Star Cycle” with Rhonda Smith on bass.