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Stanley Clarke’s Bass Nation – Episode 3: The Electric Bass Part 1
The Legend, Stanley Clarke, is back with episode 3 of his “Bass Nation” Series. In this episode, there is some great history regarding the electric bass. There is also an interview section with Jack Casady and others.
Testament, Exodus, and Death Angel Announce New Tour Dates
Testament, Exodus, and Death Angel were on the road early last year as part of the “Bay Strikes Back” tour. It was, of course, cut short by the pandemic. However, the trio of thrash icons is ready to strike back again.
Kansas – “Leftoverture”: The Complete Basslines, Part 6
Tim Fletcher and Troy Hughes’ epic project “Kansas: Leftoverture – The Complete Basslines” has reached its sixth chapter, featuring Dave Hope’s work on “Questions Of My Childhood”.
The Andy Rothstein Band: Mystic Mud
Our good friend Tony Senatore sent us this video of him playing with the Andy Rothstein Band. In this clip, they play an original composition entitled “Mystic Mud”, which is going to be on the group’s upcoming album, “Truth Against the World”.
Tye Trujillo and Noah Weiland Announce New Band
After the official breakup of Suspect208, Tye Trujillo and Noah Weiland have unveiled they’ve started a new band called Blu Weekend. Trujillo told Eric Blair of “Blairing Out with Eric Blair” that the music is more punk-oriented.
Bass of the Week: AGH Custom Basses Sono Magna Single Cut
This week we’re checking out a decked out Sono Magna Single Cut bass by AGH Custom Basses out of the Staffordshire Moorlands town of Leek. AGH says this bass has “the works,” and we believe it.
In Memoriam: Rick Laird
Jazz bassist and Mahavishnu Orchestra member Rick Laird has passed away. He was 80 years old. Tributes have been pouring in from musicians around the world, including his former bandmate Billy Cobham.
Rich Brown: Ukudlala
Like you, we’re really enjoying Rich Brown’s The Brown’stone lesson series on No Treble. But today, we’re going to watch the man play. Check out “Ukudlala”.
At The Gates Release “The Nightmare of Being”
Swedish melodic death metal mainstays At The Gates have just dropped their latest studio album, entitled The Nightmare of Being. The album gave bassist and primary songwriter Jonas Björler plenty to work with.
On-Stage Introduces Striped Bass Guitar Gig Bag
On-Stage has expanded its lineup of Striped Bags with the GBB4770S, which is the first in the series to accommodate a bass guitar. The gig bag’s colorful exterior protects against the elements.
Pepe Bao and Miki Santamaria: Andebass
Miki Santamaria shared this video of some music he recorded with Pepe Bao. In this clip, they perform “Andebass”, which appears on Bao’s second solo album. What a duo!
Ryan Stasik and Doom Flamingo Release Second EP, “Flamingo”
After dropping their debut EP, “Doom”, in May of 2020, Doom Flamingo has released a companion EP called “Flamingo”. The band, founded by Umphrey’s McGee bassist Ryan Stasik, calls it the alter ego to its predecessor.