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Malaman-Bura-Quagliato: Naima
Federico Malaman shared this video last night from his live performance with Tomasz Bura and Ricky Quagliato at the Sligo Jazz Festival. Here they are performing John Coltrane’s “Naima.”
Jimmy Johnson to Join James Taylor for Summer Tour
James Taylor has announced he’ll hit the road for a North American tour with his All-Star Band this summer. Taylor announced the 2023 All-Stars lineup and it’s a set of fantastic musicians, including bassist Jimmy Johnson.
Jackson Updates Color Schemes for X Series Concert Bass CBXNT DX IV
Jackson has updated their head-turning X Series Concert Bass CBXNT DX IV with two new color schemes for 2023. The bass, which draws on aspects from several classic designs, will now have the option for Matte Army Drab and Ice Blue Metallic.
Remco Hendriks: Fretless Harmonic Slide Funk Rock Bass Groove
Remco Hendriks is back with another fantastic video. He puts his fretless Cortex bass to work on this cool harmonic slide funk groove, using sliding harmonics, double stops, heavy fingerstyle, palm muting, and more.
In Flames and Bryce Paul Newman Release “Foregone”
In Flames continues to charge on with their 14th studio album, titled “Foregone.” Bryce Paul Newman’s rumbling bass beefs up the whole album.
Reader Spotlight: Shaun Andree
Meet Shaun Andree, a bassist from Atlanta who has an extensive resume and has one of our favorite answers to the “superpower/claim to fame” question. Here’s his story...
Sandberg Guitars Unveils the Florence Bass
Sandberg Guitars has added a new four-string to their lineup with the Florence Bass. Based on their Florence Guitar, the new bass captures a vintage feel with retro tones to boot.
Beck (with Pino Palladino): Thinking About You
Beck was the musical guest on Jimmy Kimmel Live! on February 16th. He was joined by Blake Mills and Pino Palladino in this performance of Beck’s new song, “Thinking About You.”
Avishai Cohen Masterclass Now Available Via Discover Double Bass
Discover Double Bass has expanded its database with a new masterclass by one of the world’s most creative and capable bassists. Avishai Cohen talks about his unique approach to technique, his intense rhythmic sense, practicing, and much more.
Bass of the Week: Ritter Instruments The Late Lounge Raptor
Jens Ritter is just as much an artist as he is a luthier. A case in point is our latest Bass of the Week: the Ritter Instruments “Late Lounge Raptor.”
Nate Wood’s fOUR: Tongue Tied
GroundUP Music dropped another video featuring a new tune from Nate Wood’s fOUR project. As usual, Nate handles the drums, bass, synths, and vocals simultaneously in one take.
Ministry, Featuring Paul D’Amour, Announces Spring Headlining Tour
Ministry has announced a new set of tour dates for the spring ahead of their summer outing opening for Rob Zombie and Alice Cooper. Ministry is currently anchored by bassist Paul D’Amour, who is also known for being a founder of Tool.