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Tommy McKenzie on tone, touring, and joining The Flaming Lips
Tommy McKenzie shares how he moved from underground shows to the Flaming Lips, reflecting on bass, creativity, and the unpredictable energy of their live show.
Walking Bass Made Simple: Chromatic 1–6–2–5 Exercise and Upright-Style Tone on Electric Bass
Learn a smooth chromatic 1–6–2–5 walking bass line and get an upright-style tone on electric bass using palm muting, dead notes, and solid left-hand technique.
High Fade Brings Explosive Energy in Their Marshall Studio Session
High Fade returns to the Marshall studio with a charged three piece performance that blends precision, energy, and the raw feel of a live room session.
Spector Unveils Limited Euro LX Series with Maple Boards and Custom Shop Flair
Spector launches the Limited Euro LX Series with rare maple fingerboards, figured tops, EMG pickups, and Legacy preamps across three gloss finishes.
Jakob Dreyer Returns With “Roots and Things,” A Vibes-Driven Jazz Journey for Bass Fans
Jazz bassist Jakob Dreyer explores new textures on "Roots and Things," featuring sax, vibes, and drums—and fifteen standout original compositions.
The Ghost Note Rhythm Engine Fires Up at Tiny Desk with Justin McKinney’s Dingwall Five String
Ghost Note delivers a vibrant Tiny Desk moment with Justin McKinney’s Dingwall and Sput’s guiding feel giving the band a warm foundation and relaxed flow.
Green Day’s Mike Dirnt Launches New Epiphone Grabber G-3 Signature Bass
Green Day’s Mike Dirnt launches the Epiphone Grabber G-3, reviving the classic G-3 with Nashville-built pickups, modern construction, and a punchy signature tone.
Canna’s EVO Acoustic Archtop Bass Pushes Design Forward with Solid Ebony Body
Canna Guitars’ EVO Acoustic Archtop bass features a rare solid-ebony body, multi-scale neck, and bold design choices that deliver a striking new acoustic tone.
Dream Theater drops a fresh live cut with John Myung driving Night Terror on his Bongo bass
The latest Paris drop from Dream Theater highlights John Myung settling into Night Terror with his red six string Bongo, giving viewers a clear look at his smooth live approach.
Michael League Plots Ambitious Blue Note NYC Residency Featuring a “Band of Bassists”
Michael League launches a three-week Blue Note NYC residency with 10 unique groups, new music, and a special “Band of Bassists” lineup.
This Week in Bass: Mike Herrera’s New Sig Model and the Rock Hall’s Standout Low-End Moments
Mike Herrera’s new signature StingRay and the Rock Hall’s biggest bass moments lead this week’s top bass stories, alongside new gear and standout videos.
How Alune Wade shapes groove and melody on his Bacchus Jazz bass at KNKX
In this KNKX session, Alune Wade shapes melodic lines, deep groove, and sharp interaction with a tight horn section while his Bacchus jazz bass adds focus and color.