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In Memoriam: Robbie Shakespeare
Another icon of the bass has left us. Reggae legend Robbie Shakespeare has passed away at the age of 68.
Keep It Groovy: Super Easy Bluesy/Jazzy Walking Bass
This one features a super easy walking bass line that can make your blues progression a bit jazzier and your jazz walking bass line a little more accessible. Think about it as a good gateway between the genres.
Gheorghe Postoronca: The Wizard
Gheorghe Postoronca sent me his newest video, and this one has a fitting name. Here’s Gheorghe performing his original solo bass tune, “The Wizard”.
John Paul Jones To Contribute to Playing for Change Benefit
Playing For Change is an incredible organization that brings musicians together from around the world to benefit charitable causes. They’ve just announced a huge live streaming event. One name that is contributing will stick out: John Paul Jones.
Reader Spotlight: Ryan Templeton
Meet Ryan Templeton, a bassist from Springfield, Missouri who originally got his start on trombone before switching to bass. Since then, he’s covered a ton of musical ground. Here’s his story…
Darkglass Electronics Unveils the Alpha·Omega Φoton Pedal
Darkglass Electronics has added a new pedal to their lineup with the Alpha·Omega Photon. The new offering takes their Alpha Omega distortion circuit and puts it into a more flexible format.
The Goods Drinks Reception Jazz Duo: Blackbird / Back Pocket / Isn’t She Lovely Medley
I discovered The Goods Drinks Reception Jazz Duo yesterday, and I’m impressed. In this clip, Barry Donohue and James Nash perform a medley that includes The Beatle’s “Blackbird”, Vulfpeck’s “Back Pocket”, and Stevie Wonder’s “Isn’t She Lovely”.
Iron Maiden Unveils 2022 “Legacy of the Beast” Tour Dates
Up the irons! Steve Harris and Iron Maiden have unveiled a new round of their Legacy of the Beast tour for North America in 2022. The outing will include 23 shows.
Bass of the Week: CG Lutherie Gold Leaf Ubiq
I always love when fans send in basses that get them excited. This week we’re checking out a jaw-dropping six-string that was sent in by Tyler D.
Vulfpeck: Tesla (Live at Red Rocks)
Vulfpeck dropped this video last week, from their 2018 Red Rocks concert. Joe Dart and the band groove hard on “Tesla”, with Louis Cole.
Obscura Releases “A Valediction” With Jeroen Paul Thesseling
After announcing a big lineup change in 2020, Obscura has a new album called “A Valediction”. The record marks the first of a trilogy concept that will be followed up with two more albums.
Ernie Ball Music Man Unveils Winter 2021 Ball Family Reserve Lineup
Ernie Ball Music Man has unveiled the Winter 2021 edition of their Ball Family Reserve instruments, including one bass: The BFR Stingray 5 Special Fretless.