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Ibanez Revamps Mike D’Antonio Signature Bass for 2022

Ibanez has revamped Killswitch Engage bassist Mike D’Antonio’s signature bass for 2022 with the MDB5-OXB. The fifth version of his four-string now comes in an Ox Blood finish.

YYNOT: The Body Electric (Live)

YYNOT has released another video from their show at the Sherman Theater in February with new vocalist Patty Pershayla. Tim Starace’s bass work comes through loud and clear on “The Body Electric”.

Support for Steve Lawson

This is a difficult story to write. One of my great friends, Steve Lawson, shared some tough news recently, regarding his health. Here’s how you can help.

Ernie Ball Music Man Announces 35th Anniversary StingRay 5 Bass

Three and a half decades ago, the Music Man Stingray 5 made its debut. Now, Ernie Ball Music Man is celebrating with the 35th Anniversary StingRay 5.

Robert Plant and Alison Krauss Announce Tour Dates with Dennis Crouch on Bass

The somewhat unlikely yet unbelievably perfect duo of Robert Plant and Alison Krauss have announced a new round of U.S. tour dates for the fall. They will be joined by by bassist Dennis Crouch.

Jackson Guitars Expands X-Series with Spectra Bass SBX IV

New for 2022, Jackson Guitars has added the Spectra Bass SBX IV to their X-series Basses. The company says the model has a body shape made for gigging musicians.

Willie Dixon: Sittin’ And Cryin’ The Blues (1963)

107 years ago today, the great Willie Dixon was born. Here’s a fantastic clip from 1963 with the legend performing “Sittin’ And Cryin’ The Blues”.

Bass Gear Roundup: The Top Gear Stories in June 2022

June was a big month for bass gear news, thanks to the rescheduled NAMM Show. Here are the top 10 most-read gear stories we published over the month.

In this month’s installment of “Wonder Women”, we’re catching up with Suzy Starlite, bassist, musician, and songwriter. Suzy and her husband, Simon Campbell, run their own independent record label and semi-mobile studio based in Portugal.

REO Brothers: Come Together / Don’t Let Me Down

The REO Brothers just dropped another incredible video featuring a combo of tunes by The Beatles. Ralph Otic and the brothers start off with “Come Together” before transitioning to “Don’t Let Me Down”.

The Mars Volta Returns with Tour and Single, “Blacklight Shine”, Featuring Eva Gardner

The Mars Volta is back. For the first time in more than a decade, the group has released a new single and announced a tour. What’s more, the single features the return of original bassist Eva Gardner.