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Mike Gordon Announces New Solo Album, “Flying Games”
Phish bassist and co-founder Mike Gordon has revealed his sixth solo album, “Flying Games,” will be released on May 12th. The release will be his first solo studio record since 2017’s “OGOGO.”
Black Caesar: An Interview with Russell Hall
Although many know him for his astounding jazz playing, Russell Hall is a bassist that can’t be put into one category. We caught up with him to discuss his new album, “Black Caesar,” and a whole lot more.
Suicidal Tendencies: War Inside My Head (Transbordeur 1994)
Zycopolis TV has such a deep catalog of videos. Here’s one they just dropped from a live performance in 1994 of “War Inside My Head” by Suicidal Tendencies (with Robert Trujillo).
Adam “Nolly” Getgood Returns for “Periphery V: Djent Is Not A Genre”
The progressive metal heroes of Periphery have returned with a new album, “Periphery V: Djent Is Not A Genre.” The band once again recruited former member Adam “Nolly” Getgood to co-produce the album as well as play bass.
Keep It Groovy: Learn Major Triads and Make Them Groove (Key Of A)
In this “Keep It Groovy” lesson, Ryan Madora takes a look at major triad shapes on the bass and figures out how to transform them from an exercise to a groove.
Rush: Subdivisions (Remixed & Remastered From Multitracks)
Damon Deluca commented on the video we shared by StickHits and their remastered soundcheck video of Rush in 2012. Damon shared StickHits’ impressive remix and remaster video of Rush’s “Subdivisions.”
Reader Spotlight: Tim Coletti
Meet Tim Coletti, a 40-year veteran of the low end. Tim started on air drums before saving up to buy a Rickenbacker 4001. Here’s his story...
Top 10: The Most Watched Bass Videos (February 2023)
February might be the shortest month, but that didn’t stop us from packing in some incredible videos featuring talented people from the low end. Here are the top 10 reader favorites for the month.
MonoNeon: Quilted National Anthem
Fans were in for a treat when MonoNeon performed the National Anthem on March 9th at the Grizzlies vs. Warriors NBA game. As expected, it was a unique (and incredible) performance.
Hans Zimmer “Live” Album Features Snow Owl, Andy Pask
Hans Zimmer has composed some of the most epic soundtracks. Lately, he’s been performing that music on tour. Now he’s released “Hans Zimmer LIVE,” with two bassists: Andy Pask and Juan Garcia-Herreros, aka Snow Owl.
Bass of the Week: John Jowitt’s Bogart Bass Sport IV
Bassist and pillar of the prog rock community John Jowitt wrote in to share his new Bogart bass, and we’re sure glad he did. This Sport IV model marks his seventh bass since meeting luthier Stefan Hess in 1996.
Aaron Gibson: Closet Girls (NPR Tiny Desk Contest Entry)
Aaron Gibson has released his NPR Tiny Desk Contest video entry, and we’re pulling for him. “Closet Girls” is a beautiful bass and vocals song.