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Wooten, Bailey, & Bissonette Announce Bass Extremes Album Details, Tour Dates
Ever since they first teased it in 2018, we’ve been dying to hear what the new Bass Extremes album will sound like. Now Victor Wooten, Steve Bailey, and Gregg Bissonette have unveiled more about it. They’ve also unveiled a set of tour dates.
King Crimson Documentary To Premiere in March at SXSW Festival
King Crimson has had a long and storied past in its 50 years with multiple lineups and multiple sounds. Now the highly influential progressive rock band is the focus of a new documentary called “In the Court of the Crimson King”.
Shalyah Fearing: Empowerment (Berklee Two Track)
Berklee recently released a new video in their “Two Track” series, and this one is special. Singer-songwriter Shalyah Fearing, along with bassist Kyla Wright and guitarist Preston Kra perform two fantastic songs in this one.
Steve Vai Recruits Philip Bynoe, Bryan Beller, and Henrik Linder for “Inviolate”
Steve Vai has released his 10th solo album, entitled “Inviolate”. The album was created with his latest instrument, The Hydra. Vai is joined by his longtime bassists Philip Bynoe and Bryan Beller as well as Dirty Loops low ender Henrik Linder.
Magnus Olsfelt Leaves The Crown
The Crown has announced the departure of bassist Magnus Olsfelt, who is leaving the group after 32 years. Olsfelt, who co-founded the Swedish death metal outfit in 1990, says his heart simply isn’t in it anymore.
Groove – Episode #86: Mike Levine
One of the foundational rock bands that made me love the genre was Triumph. For the February episode of Groove, we chatted with Mike Levine, who has held the bass chair for the band since the beginning. Enjoy the conversation...
Brian Bromberg: Baton Rouge (Live from Berks Jazz Fest)
Brian Bromberg has released a new live video from the 2021 Berks Jazz Fest to celebrate the music of the late Nick Colionne. The jazz guitarist, who passed away on New Year’s Day, was his longtime friend and sat in with Bromberg for the concert.
Pino Palladino to Join John Mayer for “Sob Rock” Tour
John Mayer is using his downtime from Dead & Company’s schedule to launch his own tour to support his last solo album, “Sob Rock”. Returning to Mayer’s touring band is his longtime bassist and session legend, Pino Palladino.
Keep It Groovy: Basic Tips For Improvising A Bass Line While Jamming Or Recording
Ryan Madora’s latest “Keep It Groovy” lesson is all about finding a simple yet effective part to accompany a song. Here are some basic tips for improvising a bass line. Always let the chord progression be your guide and keep it groovy!
The Main Squeeze: Readymade
The Main Squeeze is back with a new cover. Rob Walker kicks off their performance of the Red Hot Chili Peppers tune, “Readymade”.
Larry Graham, Melvin Davis, and More Featured On New Temptations Record, “60”
The Temptations are one of the greatest vocal groups of all time. After six decades in the business, they’re taking a victory lap with their newest album, aptly entitled “60”. They’ve recruited a stellar cast of bassists too.
Recording Bass: Getting Separation From Guitars to Actually Hear Your Bass
Have you had problems being able to follow your bass lines in a finished mix? After putting all of the instruments in the mix stuff can start to get cluttered. Travis Huisman offers some advice in this new “Recording Bass” column.