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Percussive Bass Study in A Minor: Ghost Notes, Groove, and Funk Feel
Learn how ghost notes, Am pentatonic shapes, and sixteenth-note feel can turn a simple bass line into a tight, percussive groove without cluttering the mix.
Four Modern Masters Unite: John Patitucci, Emmet Cohen, Chris Potter, and Johnathan Blake
John Patitucci plays upright bass for the entire two hour Live From Emmet’s Place set with Emmet Cohen, Chris Potter, and Johnathan Blake, plus plenty of solos.
Russian Circles Announce Nine, Share “Empath,” and Plot Fall Tour
Russian Circles will release their ninth album, Nine, on August 28. Hear the new single “Empath” and see the post-metal trio’s full fall 2026 tour dates.
Rickenbacker’s New 3030 Pairs a 330-Style Body With a Super-Short Scale Bass Neck
Meet the Rickenbacker 3030, a semi-acoustic bass with a 24.75-inch scale, Hot Toaster pickups, flatwounds, and the body of the company’s 330 guitar model.
Angine de Poitrine Brings Microtonal Low-End Mayhem to Jools Holland
Watch Angine de Poitrine make their Later... with Jools Holland debut with “Sarniezz,” a strange, heavy performance packed with low-end energy.
Thomann Takes Fender to Court Over Stratocaster Cease-and-Desist Campaign
Thomann has launched legal action against Fender over its Stratocaster cease-and-desist campaign, saying the dispute threatens competition and innovation.
Bass of the Week: Schecter’s FreeZesicle Is Ricky “Freeze” Smith’s Purple Funk Machine
Schecter’s FreeZesicle bass was built for Ricky “Freeze” Smith, pairing a Freeze Purple finish with EMG electronics and Prince-inspired visual details.
Keanu Reeves Handles the Low End in Dogstar’s Full Pinkpop 2026 Set
Keanu Reeves brings the low end to Dogstar’s full Pinkpop 2026 set, playing a Fender PJ bass through a new Gallien Krueger RB rig.
International Society of Bassists Welcomes Electric Bass, Adds Steve Bailey and Victor Wooten
The International Society of Bassists is expanding its mission to include electric bass, with Steve Bailey and Victor Wooten joining the effort.
Photo Set: Marcus King Band Brings Rare Guitars and Big Grooves to Chicago
Photos from Marcus King Band’s Chicago stop at The Salt Shed, featuring Eric Vogel on bass and historic guitars from Garcia and Bloomfield.
Weekly Top 10: ZVEX DB-1 Pedal, Major Pentatonic Bass Lines, Ron Carter, and More
This week’s top bass stories include the ZVEX DB-1, Ryan Madora’s major pentatonic lesson, Ron Carter with Norah Jones, Yes, Fender, and much more.
Fernando Molinari Goes Full Fretless with Marco Minnemann and an All-Star Lineup
Fernando Molinari’s “Gemina” blends fretless bass, progressive fusion, and an all star lineup featuring Marco Minnemann and Mariko Muranaka.