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“The Mark King Bass Book” Gets Re-Release
Initially released in 2010, “The Mark King Bass Book” by Stuart Clayton has been re-licensed and re-released. The 192-page book features transcriptions of 10 of King’s bass lines from Level 42’s catalog as well as four live bass solos.
Top 10: The Most Watched Bass Videos (September 2021)
September was a great month for bass videos. Here is your monthly roundup of the top 10 reader favorite videos for the month.
Kinga Glyk: Armando’s Rhumba
It is always great to see a new video from Kinga Glyk. In this clip, Kinga takes on Chick Corea’s “Armando’s Rhumba”.
Simon Gallup is Back in The Cure
After claiming he was out of the band because he was “fed up of betrayal,” it seems Simon Gallup is still with The Cure. The bassist once again shared the news via Facebook.
Crazy Tube Circuits Unveils Golden Ratio Compressor V2 Pedal
Crazy Tube Circuits has updated its pedal lineup with the Golden Ratio Compressor (Phi) V2. The new version includes three separate compressor circuits that can be accessed with the flip of a toggle switch.
Made In Sweden: Our Man
I’m not even sure how I stumbled onto this clip, but I’m glad I did. This performance of “Our Man” by Made In Sweden is from the band’s later years, which actually featured a Finnish rhythm section of drummer Vesa Aaltonen and bassist Pekka Pohjola.
Josh Woodard Leaves A Day To Remember
Josh Woodard has left the ranks of A Day To Remember. The bassist, who has been the group’s sole bassist, made the announcement in reaction to allegations made against him from last year.
Fuzzrocious Pedals Introduces the Electric Ocean Fuzz/Phaser Pedal
Fuzzrocious Pedals has unveiled the Electric Ocean, a pedal that combines fuzz and phaser effects into one unit. It’s the company’s first foray into phasers and takes its cues from a vintage circuit.
Paradigm Blue: The Optimist
Paradigm Blue has released “Transit”, an album they call “a love letter to the late seventies Rush records”. Ruben Moreno handles bass, vocals, and keys in the trio. Here’s their video for the track, “The Optimist”.
Cannibal Corpse Announces 2022 Tour Dates
Cannibal Corpse has announced a new headlining tour in support of their latest album, “Violence Unimagined”. The outing will also celebrate the 40th anniversary of Metal Blade Records and will feature support from Whitechapel and Revocation.
Keep It Groovy: Tips For Buying A Bass
In this “Keep It Groovy” lesson, Ryan Madora offers suggestions on buying a bass. Purchasing an instrument can be stressful, but you can take some of the pressure off with these tips.
Alex Al: Bass Solo
Alex Al is THAT DUDE. With a list of credits a mile long, every time we see Alex’s name on records we know we are in for a treat. Here he is performing solo at the EBS Booth at a past NAMM Show.