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McGregor Pedals Introduces the Crunch Plus Overdrive Pedal
McGregor Pedals has unveiled their second pedal, called the Crunch Plus overdrive. The boutique effects company calls it a continuation of their first offering, the Crunch Transparent Overdrive.
Thundercat: Them Changes (with Ariana Grande, DOMi & JD Beck)
Thundercat took part of the Adult Swim Festival last month. During his set, he was joined by Ariana Grande for a performance of the bassist’s tune, “Them Changes.”
David Gross Publishes “Ear Training For Bassists, Vol. 1”
David Gross of The Bass Guitar Channel has released another instructional book for us low-enders. “Ear Training For Bassists, Vol. 1”, which comes in paperback and Kindle versions, is a booster to start hearing and understanding music in real time.
G&L Guitars Fullerton Deluxe Fallout Bass Now Shipping
Last year, G&L introduced the Launch Edition of a new model called the Fallout bass. Now, it’s an official part of the USA-made Fullerton Deluxe lineup. The short-scale bass comes in four color schemes with differing fingerboards.
Pomplamoose: A Charlie Brown Christmas Mashup
Just in time for the holidays, Pomplamoose has recorded a mashup of Vince Guaraldi’s “Christmas Time Is Here” and “Linus and Lucy” from “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” And for an extra holiday treat, Nick Campbell is on double bass. Grab a cup of hot cocoa and enjoy.
Paul McCartney Releases “McCartney III”
Fifty years after his debut solo album, Paul McCartney has released “McCartney III”. The title is a misnomer as it is his eighteenth solo album, but just as with “McCartney” and “McCartney II”, the album is truly solo.
BITE Guitars Announces the Pussycat Bass
BITE Guitars has unveiled a new showpiece called the Pussycat Bass, which features a leopard pattern spray-painted by hand. The new finish style is a new offering in the already highly customizable lineup.
Berklee Indian Ensemble Featuring Sharon Renold: Aakash
Any time I see a new video from Berklee Indian Ensemble hit, I stop what I’m doing to watch it. This clip once again features vocalist/bassist Sharon Renold with the Ensemble, performing her original composition, “Aakash”.
Feliciati and Mastelotto Release “Portal”
Groove guru Lorenzo Feliciati has released yet another collaborative album this year, this time with King Crimson drummer Pat Mastelotto. “Portal” is described as a series of audio adventures between the duo.
Bass & Creativity: Improvisation and Ear Training
In this lesson, we take a look at a way to build speed and effectiveness in recognizing intervals. We'll also learn to deduce chords and scales by ear through improvisation. Once again, the addition of piano with the right hand is a great way to expand our options from a bass perspective.
The 4 Korners: Carol Of The Bells
As we approach the Christmas holiday, it’s only fitting that I share one of my favorite videos: The 4 Korners cover of “Carol Of The Bells”. Bassist James “JT” Thompson serves up a tasty groove with buttery fills while locking in the pocket.
Posthumous Chi Cheng Spoken Word Album Coming Soon
Eight years after his passing, there will be a new album from the late Deftones bassist Chi Cheng. The Head Up Project will be a spoken word album arriving in early 2021.