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The Rolling Stones Announce “Foreign Tongues,” Featuring Darryl Jones & Paul McCartney
The Rolling Stones have announced their 25th studio album, Foreign Tongues, featuring bassist Darryl Jones and guest appearances from Paul McCartney, Steve Winwood, and more.
Eastwood Unveils Microtonal Doubleneck Guitar/Bass Inspired by Angine de Poitrine
Eastwood Guitars has announced the Microtonal Doubleneck 4/6 Electric Guitar/Bass, a Guitstarter model inspired by Khn de Poitrine.
Sean Hurley and Grace Enger Put Some Groove in Pockets Put Some Groove in Scary Pockets “Why Why Why”
Pockets teams up with Grace Enger for “Why Why Why,” powered by Sean Hurley’s deep and understated groove.
Empress Effects Drive Pedal Offers Deep Overdrive Control
Empress Effects has introduced the Drive, a flexible overdrive pedal with mid shaping, clean blend, boost routing, post-mix EQ, and an adaptive noise gate.
How to Build Bigger Rock Bass Lines With Picks, Slides & Groove
Ryan Madora breaks down how to create aggressive, high-energy rock bass lines with picks, blues box patterns, open strings, and driving groove concepts.
Golden Flower Blends Psychedelic Soul, Deep Groove, & a Little Bit of Chaos on “Who Are the People?”
Golden Flower mixes indie groove, psychedelic soul, and controlled chaos on “Who Are the People?” with Brandon Kyle Miller holding down the low end.
Dan Maines and Clutch Announce 2026 U.S. Fall Tour
Clutch has announced a 17-date U.S. headlining tour for fall 2026, with dates from Charlotte to Norfolk and select support from Slomosa and Blood Vulture.
Musician’s Friend Relaunches as Guitar Center’s New Discount Gear Outlet
Guitar Center has relaunched Musician’s Friend as an off-price online outlet featuring overstock, open-box, and excess inventory on musical gear.
Watch Nathan East and Noah East Groove Through “101 Eastbound” Live
A live take on “101 Eastbound” highlights the chemistry between Nathan and Noah East, with layered bass lines and a shared sense of groove.
Ziggy Marley Channels Positivity and Healing on Brightside
Ziggy Marley has released "Brightside," a new reggae album co-written with Stephen Marley and featuring Aston Barrett, Jr., Camilla Charlesworth, Nikka Costa, Trombone Shorty, Sheila E., and Jake Shimabukuro.
Bass of the Week: Stanley Clarke’s Custom Lieber Spider Grinder Folk Bass
Explore the custom Lieber Spider Grinder Folk Bass built for Stanley Clarke’s 70th birthday, featuring carbon fiber construction, ornate inlays, and Fishman electronics.
Sullivan Fortner Trio Reworks Dizzy Gillespie’s “Show Nuff” Live at BIMHUIS
A fast, straight ahead take on “Show Nuff” by Dizzy Gillespie that cooks from the jump, with Tyrone Allen’s upright bass setting the pace and keeping it there.