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Pete O’Neill: Charles Berthoud’s “Cello Strings on Bass Sound Unbelievable”
Pete O’Neill has been busy. He just shared his latest video with us, and it was the result of a lot of work. In this clip, he takes on Charles Berthoud’s “Cello Strings on Bass Sound Unbelievable” on his Whalebass.
Carl Palmer’s ELP Legacy, Featuring Simon Fitzpatrick, Announce US Tour
After wrapping up a fall outing, Carl Palmer is bringing his ELP Legacy trio out for a second leg of their US tour. The band will be performing a multi-media show that consists of ELP’s catalog, with Simon Fitzpatrick on bass.
Mojo Hand FX Introduces Clarity Compressor Pedal
Mojo Hand FX has expanded its line of pedals with the Clarity Compressor, an original circuit design focused on simplicity and sonic versatility.
USG Fusion Trio: Nolens volens
Daniel Senko sent us a new video by his band, USG Fusion Trio, to kick off the new year. I love this trio, and their tune, “Nolens volens”.
Norm Stockton Releases “Grooves & Sushi” Album and Deluxe Edition Set
Back in 2019, bass guru Norm Stockton launched a web series called “Grooves & Sushi” in which he called top-shelf musicians to make music and commune over a meal. Now the project has been released as an album.
2021 Reader Favorite Bassists – #1: Ellen Alaverdyan
We’ve reached #1, and this one is extra special to us this year. Nine-year-old Ellen Alaverdyan caught our attention in 2021, and the attention of a lot more people. She is the #1 Reader Favorite Bassist for 2021.
2021 Reader Favorite Bassists – #2: Marcus Miller
No surprise, Marcus Miller is another bassist who routinely lands on the annual Reader Favorite Bassists lists here. Thanks to some amazing videos (and other news), Marcus lands at the #2 spot.
2021 Reader Favorite Bassists – #3: Charles Berthoud
We first featured Charles Berthoud back in 2015. Over the years, we’ve been amazed by his work. In 2021, Charles made it a lot of fun, so it is no surprise to us that he made the list this year (at #3).
2021 Reader Favorite Bassists – #4: Julia Hofer
This is where the 2021 Reader Favorite Bassists list gets interesting. While the names so far are some of the biggest in the world of bass, the web has given us exposure to many other talented bassists. One of those is Julia Hofer, who lands at #4.
2021 Reader Favorite Bassists – #5: Jaco Pastorius
The impact of Jaco Pastorius on the bass playing community is still strong, and in 2021, we had some special articles to share featuring him. As a result, Jaco returns to the Reader Favorite Bassists, at the #5 spot.
2021 Reader Favorite Bassists – #6: Tony Levin
Tony Levin is another bassist who routinely makes the annual Reader Favorite Bassists list, and he does so once again. In 2021, Tony hit the road with The Levin Brothers, was part of the return of Liquid Tension Experiment, announced his Three of a Perfect Pair camp, released a book, and more.
2021 Reader Favorite Bassists – #7: Victor Wooten
Victor is a mainstay on the Reader Favorites lists, and 2021 was no exception. From performance to education to publishing a new book, Vic stayed busy. He lands at the #7 spot on this year’s list.