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Noah Fishman: “Mystic River Valley” by Maya Keren
Today we're continuing a three-part series of videos by Noah Fishman. Each clip is the premiere of a new composition for electric bass. Here’s the second entry, with Noah performing Maya Keren’s “Mystic River Valley”.
Jimmy Haslip Announces Free Online Masterclass
Mark your calendars: Jimmy Haslip will be giving a free online masterclass on August 21st. The event, hosted by RVA Sound Doctor, will have the fusion bass hero giving tips and tricks as well as answering questions from fans.
Dingwall Announces Limited Edition NG3 Bass
Dingwall Guitars was on hand at NAMM 2022 to show off a few basses including a new addition to their NG3 series. The new bass comes in a limited edition run featuring a Matte Celestial Blue finish for a retro vibe.
Aaron Gibson: Let’s Fall in Love Again
I always love it when my good friend Aaron Gibson releases a new video. Even more exciting, Aaron has a new album in the works. From “Tenderfoot”, here’s “Let’s Fall in Love Again”.
Victor Wooten Announces Online Camps for 2022
Amidst touring with Bass Extremes this year, Victor Wooten has unveiled two of his educational workshops for 2022. The four-day Bass Camp and two-day Music Theory Camp will each be held virtually this year.
Genzler Amplification Introduces the Crash Box 4
Genzler Amplification’s lineup of bass pedals has grown again with the Crash Box 4, which they call a classic bass distortion. The all-analog is described as picking up where their last release, the 4 On The Floor, left off.
Snarky Puppy: Trinity
Snarky Puppy has a new album coming in September, and they shared this video to help build the excitement. “Trinity” was written by Mark Lettieri, and it grooves.
Levin Brothers Announce 2022 Tour Dates
Tony Levin recently wrapped up a tour with The Stick Men, and now he’s heading back out on the road with his brother Pete with their band The Levin Brothers. The bassist and pianist will be joined by Aly Ryerson on flute and Jeff Siegel on drums.
Bass of the Week: Creston Electric Joe Sheil Bass
My favorite basses we feature in this column have a story to them, and this one is no different. Joe Sheil wrote to us to share his newest instrument and the background to its creation.
Evan Marien x Dana Hawkins: Ultima
The dynamic duo is back. Evan Marien and Dana Hawkins have a new album dropping later this year, and they’ve shared a video for one of the tunes. “Ultima” features Plini on guitar.
Jackson Unveils New JS Spectra Model Basses
Jackson has expanded their JS Series of Spectra basses with the JS2P, the JS3, and the JS3V. Each of the basses has the Spectra off-set body shape made from poplar.
Rebecca Johnson Band: I Feel Good
Here’s a super funky performance of Rebecca Johnson and her band performing a couple of days ago. In this clip, they get down on “I Feel Good”. As usual, her ability to sing and play at the same time is impressive.