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In Memoriam: Gary Peacock
Another master of our instrument has passed away. Jazz bassist Gary Peacock died peacefully at his home on September 4th, according to a statement from his family. He was 85 years old.
Bass of the Week: Nico Dayet Quintessence
Yves Carbonne has a unique playing style that warrants some unique instruments. This week, we’re taking a look at his new Quintessence, which is a six-string fretless acoustic built by luthier Nico Dayet.
Dirty Loops: Songs for Lovers – Coffee Break Is Over
Dirty Loops’ “Songs for Lovers” series has been fantastic so far. Here’s their latest, with the tune “Coffee Break Is Over.” Henrik Linder is firing on all cylinders on this one.
Pig Destroyer Releases “The Octagonal Stairway” with Travis Stone
Pig Destroyer has released a new EP. “The Octagonal Stairway” is the band’s second ever release to feature a bassist, and the first to have Travis Stone, who replaced John Jarvis early last year.
Vulfpeck: LAX
Vulfpeck has a new album coming out, and we get to check out the first single. “LAX” was co-written by Joey Dosik, who handles the vocals and sax on the tune, along with Joe Dart on bass.
Steve Bailey Releases Jaw-Dropping Duets Album, “Carolina”
Steve Bailey has returned with a new solo album, or more appropriately, duet album. “Carolina” is an amazing 17-song collection that showcases the six-string wonder with a wide array of artists.
Act of Denial: Puzzle Heart
Act of Denial is a new melodic death metal supergroup formed by members of Koziak, Soilwork, Testament, Septicflesh, and the Night Flight Orchestra. The bass is handled by Steve Di Giorgio, who tears through riffs on his fretless on “Puzzle Heart”.
In Memoriam: Ian Mitchell
Former Bay City Rollers bassist Ian Mitchell has passed away of undisclosed causes. He was 62 years old. The band shared the news on the band’s Facebook page.
Bass is My Medicine: Four Bass Players With Disabilities Reflect on Their Experiences
Learning to play bass is a challenge, but for some people, that challenge is made greater by disability. Tim Fletcher spoke to four bass players to get some insight into how different disabilities impact on learning, playing, and gigging.
Deep Energy Orchestra: Call of Kali
Jason Everett and Deep Energy Orchestra have just released a new video for the song “Call of Kali” from their latest album, “The Return”. The song features Trey Gunn on touch guitar and Fareed Haque on a guitar/sitar hybrid instrument.
In Memoriam: Rinat Ibragimov
Double bassist Rinat Ibragimov, who long served as principal bassist of the London Symphony Orchestra, has passed away. He was 60 years old. The news was shared in part by the LSO, who shared a short tribute to him.
Austin Bass Hang Presents “Teachers Hang” Webinar
The Austin Bass Hang returns with another informative webinar that will take place on September 6th. Co-hosted by Kevin Smith and Alex Browne, the “Teachers Hang” meeting will feature John Clayton, Jessica Valls, David Neubert, and Ed Friedland.