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Henrik Linder and Rubem Farias Trade Solos at NAMM with Mattisson Basses and EBS Amps
Two bass masters meet at NAMM as Henrik Linder and Rubem Farias lay down a tight, joyful groove at the EBS Amps booth.
Rush Returns: Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson Announce 2026 Tour with New Drummer Anika Nilles
Rush is reuniting. Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson will hit the road in 2026 with drummer Anika Nilles for the “Fifty Something” Tour celebrating their legacy.
Innovative Luthier Ken Parker Dies at 73
Innovative luthier Ken Parker, creator of Parker Guitars and the iconic Fly design, has died at 73 after battling a rare form of cancer.
Jeff Berlin and Vail Johnson Take on “Roundabout” — Plus the Wildest Bass Gear of the Week
Jeff Berlin and Vail Johnson team up for an epic “Roundabout” bass jam, plus new releases from NS Design, Gamechanger Audio, and more.
MonoNeon & Co. Unleash Cosmic Groove in LA: Full Live Set
A packed crowd surrounds MonoNeon, Justus West, DominiqueXavier, and Jackie Whitmill Jr. in this live jam full of energy and pocket.
John Campbell’s Crushing Bass Leads Lamb of God’s New Single “Sepsis”
John Campbell’s crushing bass anchors Lamb of God’s ferocious new single “Sepsis,” a dark tribute to Richmond’s underground metal roots.
Ashdown Returns to Its Roots with UK-Built ABM Amps and Classic Custom Shop Cabinets
Ashdown announces UK-built ABM EVO IV amps and Classic Custom Shop cabinets, celebrating 2025 with a renewed focus on British design and tone.
Doug Wimbish Showcases His Bass Power in Living Colour’s ‘Cult of Personality’ Performance on Kimmel
With his Spector bass and Aguilar rig, Doug Wimbish brought deep tone and energy to Living Colour’s “Cult of Personality” on Kimmel.
Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers Announce 2025 European Tour
Victor Wooten and the Wooten Brothers head to Europe this fall, with tour dates across Poland, the UK, France, Spain, and more.
Foldable Mantispa Bass by Sébastien Gavet Debuts at Guitar Summit 2025
Sébastien Gavet debuts the foldable Mantispa Bass at Guitar Summit 2025 — a headless, multi-scale design blending innovation with custom craftsmanship.
Turnstile Goes Tiny, Bass Goes Huge: Franz Lyons at NPR’s Tiny Desk
At NPR’s Tiny Desk, Turnstile traded chaos for groove. Franz Lyons’ bass stood at the center of a set that even included crowd surfing. (
IK Multimedia Expands TONEX Line With New Bass Editions and Signature Collection
IK Multimedia introduces TONEX Bass Editions with a Signature Bass Collection and two new pedals loaded with 150 Tone Models and presets.