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A Dingwall in the Spotlight: Nick Campbell Leads a Wild Groove on “For Your Consideration”
Nick Campbell’s instrumental trio performance shines with tight interplay and a clear Dingwall-driven groove.
Empress Effects Announces the Buffer++: A Powerful Upgrade for Complex Signal Chains
Empress Effects has released the Buffer++, a versatile utility pedal with 12 routing modes, a 30dB boost, input pads, and stereo loop options for complex rigs.
Fuzzrocious Releases Grey Stache/Heliotropic Dual-Fuzz Pedal With Holiday Pre-Launch Batch
Fuzzrocious has combined the Grey Stache and Heliotropic circuits into one pedal. The Grey Stache/Heliotropic arrives January 15, with a 10-unit pre-release.
Halftime: Jack White’s Set Gets Its Low-End Edge from Dominic John Davis as Eminem Joins the Moment
Jack White opened the Thanksgiving halftime show with a fiery set featuring bassist Dominic John Davis on a vintage Jazz Bass before Eminem’s surprise appearance.
Don Was Takes Detroit’s Groove Nationwide with a Massive 2026 Tour
Don Was has announced a 2026 U.S. tour with his Pan-Detroit Ensemble, supporting "Groove in the Face of Adversity" and performing "Blues for Allah" live.
Janek Gwizdala and Daniele Camarda Release “Seminario,” an Improvised Bass Duo Album
Janek Gwizdala and Daniele Camarda reunite for "Seminario," an improvised bass duo album built from melodic interplay and ambient soundscapes.
Pino Palladino and Simon Phillips Deliver a Masterclass at Zoetermeer
Pino Palladino teams up with Philip Saisse and Simon Phillips for a tight jazz fusion performance filled with sharp lines bold grooves and players pushing each other forward.
Bass Gym: “Dark Mode” Groove and How to Phrase in Groups of Five
Learn how to build a dark, punchy bass groove using E minor shapes and five-note phrasing. This Bass Gym lesson breaks down the tone, scales, and technique.
The Steve Morse Band Shares “Triangulation,” With Dave LaRue Delivering a Standout Bass Performance
Dave LaRue brings a clear and powerful Bongo tone to the Steve Morse Band’s new “Triangulation” video, delivering tight progressive rock lines with his signature touch.
Dingwall Unveils 2025 Kyle Konkiel Signature Combustion With New Electronics and Matte Army Green Finish
Dingwall and Kyle Konkiel return with a 2025 Signature Combustion featuring a Matte Army Green finish, EMG 3-band EQ, new hardware, and limited run of 100.
STS9’s “Human Dream”: Inside the Band’s First Self-Recorded Album and Alana Rocklin’s Next-Level Tone
STS9 returns with "Human Dream," their first self-recorded album. Alana Rocklin’s powerful bass and cinematic soundscapes drive this ambitious 19-track release.
How Ben Williams and Nate Smith Shape the Pulse of ‘UNDEFEATED’ at KEXP
Ben Williams brings warm tone and deep feel to Nate Smith’s UNDEFEATED at KEXP, offering a clear look at how a bassist and drummer can shape a live groove together.