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Testament, Exodus, and Death Angel Announce New “Bay Strikes Back” Tour Dates
The Bay is ready to strike back again as Testament, Exodus, and Death Angel are teaming up for a second leg of tour dates. The “Bay Strikes Back” tour will bring the thrash titans together again starting on September 9th.
Fodera Introduces the Mini MB Presentation Bass
Fodera has unveiled a new bass that they call a “futuristic new model” with cutting-edge innovations. The Mini MB Presentation Bass is a collaborative effort between Mike Bendy, Vinny Fodera, Joey Lauricella, and the whole Fodera Team.
Julia Hofer: What’s Going On
We’ve featured several “Top 5 Bass Lines” videos by Julia Hofer, but in this clip, she focuses on a single, monster one: James Jamerson’s iconic line on “What’s Going On”.
In Memoriam: Randy Rand
Randy Rand, who co-founded the ’80s hard rock outfit Autograph, has died of undisclosed causes. He was 62 years old. The news was shared by the band in an official statement.
Wonder Women: Jacqueline Pickett & Susan Hagen
We’re kicking off a special two-part interview series with two Wonder Women of the Bass, starting with Jacqueline Pickett and Susan Hagen.
YYNOT: The Spirit of Radio
YYNOT performed at The Sherman Theater in Pennslyvania back in February, and cameras were rolling. Here’s the band performing Rush’s “The Spirit of Radio” from that show.
James Singleton Releases “Malabar”
Bassist and composer James Singleton has returned with a new solo album called “Malabar”, which features his sextet performing original music. Singleton’s songbook includes his evolving bass work, which he augments with effects.
Keep It Groovy: Play The Blues Classic, “Got My Mojo Working”
Today we feature another blues bass lesson with the classic Muddy Waters tune, “Got My Mojo Working.” We’ll follow a classic 12-bar blues progression and use a quintessential descending line for the turnaround at the end of the progression. This is definitely a must-know tune if you want to get into the blues.
Blues Beatles: Yesterday (Live at Bourbon Street Brazil)
It’s great to see the return of the Blues Beatles to the stage. Here’s a great clip of Bruno Falcão and the band getting down and doing their thing on “Yesterday”, live at Bourbon Street Brazil.
Anthrax and Black Label Society Announce Co-Headlining Tour
Another monstrous metal tour has been announced as Anthrax and Black Label Society unveiled a co-headlining tour. Hatebreed will be opening the show on select dates. The bands are anchored by Frank Bello, John “JD” DeServio, and Chris Beattie, respectively.
Ernie Ball Music Man Unveils Joe Dart II Bass
Vulfpeck fans with keen eyes may have noticed that Joe Dart was sporting a new bass in the latest Fearless Flyers videos. Now Ernie Ball Music Man has revealed the instrument to be the Joe Dart II, which adds to the company’s line of artist basses.
MonoNeon, Victor Wooten, Marcus Miller, and Derrick Hodge: Stank in New York
My fellow leftist, MonoNeon, dropped a new vid today appropriately titled, “Stank In New York.” Joined by legends Victor Wooten, Marcus Miller, and Derrick Hodge, MonoNeon goes off, as expected.