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Pete O’Neill: Castles
Pete O’Neill sent us his newest video, and this one has a lot of meaning. Here's his original tune, “Castles”, which marks his bass and vocal debut.
Janek Gwizdala Releases “Iconic Lines for Bass Guitar”
Janek Gwizdala has added another book to his jazz education series with “Iconic Lines for Bass Guitar: An Interactive Chronology of the Genes of Jazz Vocabulary”. The book aims to teach you vocabulary from the genre’s entire existence.
Flower Pedals Introduces the Castilleja Phaser Pedal
Flower Pedals has released the Castilleja Phaser pedal. The four-stage analog optical phaser has digital controls for the best of both worlds. It has two different voicings: one similar to a Phase 90 and one similar to a Univibe.
Tedeschi Trucks Band: Nobody Knows You When You’re Down And Out (Live)
Tedeschi Trucks Band is set to drop a new live album in July, and they’ve shared a preview. Recorded at the LOCKN’ Festival in 2019, here’s the band (with special guest Trey Anastasio) performing “Nobody Knows You When You're Down And Out”.
Lonnie Turner Anchors Archival Steve Miller Band Release
A new archival release from the Steve Miller Band showcases the band near the peak of their success. “Steve Miller Band Live! Breaking Ground: August 3, 1977” captures the group from the year they went from playing ballrooms to arenas.
AccuGroove Updates the Tri 112+ and Wedgie+ Bass Cabs
AccuGroove has announced the first major remodel in over 19 years for their Tri 112+ and Wedgie+ bass cabinets. The FRFR (Full Range Flat Response) cabs have even more power and clarity, the company says.
Leonid & Friends: You’re the Inspiration
Leonid Vorobyev and his band Leonid & Friends are back to doing another Chicago cover. And once again, they absolutely nailed it. Here’s the band – with strings – performing “You’re the Inspiration.”
Frank Bello Announces Memoir, “Fathers, Brothers, and Sons”
Thrash metal legend Frank Bello has announced a new memoir called Fathers, Brothers, And Sons: Surviving Anguish, Abandonment, And Anthrax, which will be published in the fall.
Alusonic Aluminum Instruments Unveils PentaFleX 5 String Bass Special Edition
Alusonic Aluminum Instruments has introduced a new bass model called the PentaFleX 5-string bass special edition, made in collaboration with Alberto Rigoni.
Ryan Madora: How To Play The Bass Line To “Tighten Up” by Archie Bell & The Drells
Today is Ryan Madora’s birthday, but she’s the one giving us a gift. In this new lesson video, Ryan breaks down the great bass line to “Tighten Up” by Archie Bell & The Drells.
Bass Coalition Announces Summer Workshop 2021 Featuring Three Guest Artists
Calling all double bassists around the world! The Bass Coalition has announced their annual summer workshop will be held on June 26th and 27th. This year’s event will be virtual, allowing anyone around the globe to join in on the action.
Freeze!: An Interview with Bryan Beller
We got to catch up with Bryan Beller to get the scoop on The Aristocrats’ new live album, a decade of playing with the group, his basses, and recording for Joe Satriani's upcoming album.