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AC/DC Extends “Power Up” Tour Into 2026 With Chris Chaney on Bass
AC/DC is extending their “Power Up” tour into 2026 with 21 stadium dates across the Americas, now featuring bassist Chris Chaney in the lineup.
Riccardo Oliva Showcases the New Ibanez BTB605 Bass Guitar
Ibanez and Riccardo Oliva return with another standout clip, featuring the rich tone and sleek feel of the new BTB605 bass.
G&L Guitars Shuts Down: A Final Chapter in Leo Fender’s Legacy
G&L Guitars, the last company founded by Leo Fender, has shut down. Factory closures, unanswered emails, and growing rumors mark the end of an era.
At Riot Fest with Scott Shriner: Weezer’s Bassist on Groove, Gear, and Influences
Weezer bassist Scott Shriner talks tone, influences, and the gear behind his unmistakable sound in this new video from Riot Fest.
Torzal’s New Natural Twist Bass: Set-Through Build, Chameleon Finish, and 35-Degree Neck Twist
Torzal returns with a new Natural Twist bass featuring a 35-degree neck twist, set-through construction, cottonwood burl and chameleon finish, and Nordstrand electronics.
New Release: DarWin’s “Cry A River” Highlights Mohini Dey’s Dynamic Bass Work
DarWin’s new release “Cry A River” features Mohini Dey on bass, delivering clarity, groove, and tone alongside Simon Phillips and Greg Howe.
Remembering Ray Drummond: Jazz Bass Legend Dies at 78
Jazz bassist and composer Ray Drummond has died at 78. A prolific sideman and bandleader, he left an enduring mark on modern jazz.
Thundercat’s Colbert Performance and a Three-Player Bass Showdown Lead This Week’s Top 10
From Thundercat’s live Colbert appearance to a three-way bass battle and fresh gear and lesson highlights, here are the Top 10 bass stories of the week.
The Groove According to Ced Mitchell: Bass Lines That Honor D’Angelo
A laid-back D’Angelo tribute that hits just right, powered by the warm, steady groove of bassist Ced Mitchell.
Joe Dart Joins The Olllam for Their First U.S. Tour
Joe Dart joins The Olllam for their first-ever U.S. tour, blending Irish pipes with deep grooves. Dates span November 2–15 across intimate venues.
From Foldable Basses to Modern Modeling Pedals: October’s Top 10 Bass Gear Releases
Explore October’s top 10 bass gear releases — from foldable designs and modeling pedals to rare U2 basses hitting the auction block.
Gojira’s “Silver Cord Sessions” Show Jean-Michel Labadie with Armed His Sandberg & Gallien Krueger.
Jean-Michel Labadie brings his trademark intensity and Sandberg tone to Gojira’s Silver Cord Sessions performance.