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Michael Jackson: Thriller (Isolated Bass Synth & Percussion)
Joshua Sailor is back with another great and funky isolated synth bass (and Linn Drum) track, from Michael Jackson's classic track "Thriller".
Martyn Millard Leaves Orange Goblin, New Bassist Announced
After 25 years in the band, Orange Goblin co-founder Martyn Millard will be stepping down from his place in the group. The split is amicable, the band and bassist each say in separate statements.
Bass of the Week: Karel Fošumpaur Flame 1
One of my favorite Facebook groups is “Support Small Bass Builders.” There are plenty of luthiers there that you’ve heard of, but there are also plenty you may not know. Karel Fošumpaur posted his latest 5-string there and it stopped me in my tracks.
MonoNeon: Invisible
MonoNeon has released a new “director’s cut” video of his song, “Invisible”, which is on his latest album, “Supermane”. Among the many things he does on the track, he lays down the groove on a 2-string bass!
Fieldy to Sit Out Upcoming Korn Tour
Korn is heading out on a summer tour starting July 16th, but Fieldy has announced he won’t be joining them. In a statement on Facebook, the bassist stated he’s taking time to heal.
Harley Benton Announces Marquess Series Basses
Harley Benton has introduced the Marquess series of basses. The basses are described as delivering a “sound, feel and look that’s fit for kings and queens of the bass guitar” while coming in at under $400.
Federico Malaman: Erratic
Federico Malaman put together a fantastic lineup for this video for “Erratic”. This one grooves.
ZZ Top Unveils North American Tour
ZZ Top has just announced a massive North American tour for 2021/22 that will mark the Texas trio’s first shows since February 2020. It will pick up where they left off – celebrating five decades of rock and roll.
Mark Hoppus Undergoing Cancer Treatment
Blink-182 bassist and singer Mark Hoppus has announced that he’s battling cancer, stating that he’s been undergoing chemotherapy for the past three months.
The Fearless Flyers: Lost My Treble Long Ago (Live at MSG)
The Fearless Flyers released another video showcasing their live performance at Madison Square Garden, with this clip of Joe Dart and the band performing “Lost My Treble Long Ago”. (And we obviously dig the tune’s name.)
Between the Buried and Me Cancel Canadian Tour, Add U.S. Dates
Between The Buried and Me have been forced to cancel their upcoming Canadian tour dates, but that won’t stop them from marching on this August and September. The band has added several new U.S. dates.
Ibanez Unveils New Iron Label Series Basses
Ibanez has brought back the Iron Label series of instruments including three new guitars and two basses. The metal-inspired instruments come with a stripped-down feature set in all-black finishes.