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Manson Guitar Works Updates John Paul Jones Signature Bass
Led Zeppelin bassist John Paul Jones has had a signature line of basses from Manson Guitar Works for several years, but the range is getting an upgrade in the coming year. Here’s the 2021 edition of JPJ’s artist series.
Orlando le Fleming: FOMO Blues
Orlando le Fleming has released a second video for his upcoming album, “Romantic Funk: The Unfamiliar”. “FOMO Blues” features a burning, syncopated groove with le Fleming locking in with drummer Nate Wood.
Marilyn Manson Releases 11th Studio Album, “We Are Chaos”
Marilyn Manson has returned with his eleventh studio album, called “We Are Chaos”. The album is the first to feature bassist Juan Alderete, and also includes Ted Russell Kamp.
Bass & Creativity: Chord Alterations In Depth
In this “Bass & Creativity” lesson, Olivier Babaz takes a deep dive into some alterations of the dominant chord. With the help of piano and on bass, he covers how to get used to the colors and options of b13 and #11 within a II V I progression.
Emerson, Lake & Palmer: Knife-Edge (1970)
Here’s another fantastic clip from The Beat-Club’s archives, which features Emerson, Lake & Palmer performing live at The Lyceum Theatre in London. By some strange coincidence, this performance of “Knife-Edge” was recorded exactly 50 years ago today.
Zakk Sabbath and Blasko Release “Vertigo”
Black Label Society and former Ozzy Osbourne guitarist Zakk Wylde has released a new album with his Black Sabbath tribute band called Zakk Sabbath, entitled “Vertigo”. Bassist Rob “Blasko” Nicholson explains how it came together.
Harley Benton Unveils SolidBass Amp Series
Harley Benton has launched a new line of affordable bass amps called the SolidBass series, which includes two combo amps, two head units, and four cabinets.
The Jimi Hendrix Experience: Voodoo Child (Slight Return) (Live In Maui, 1970)
Experience Hendrix has announced a new release coming on November 20th from the concerts Hendrix performed in Maui in 1970. Here’s some awesome footage of the band performing “Voodoo Child (Slight Return)” - with Billy Cox and Mitch Mitchell.
Scott Mulvahill Releases “Creative Potential” EP
Bassist and singer/songwriter Scott Mulvahill has released a new five-song EP called “Creative Potential”. Similar to his last full-length, “Himalayas”, the infectious songs are the perfect mix of catchy and thoughtful.
An Interview with Rebecca Johnson
Even though she can cite all of her influences from the funk, soul, and R&B masters, Rebecca Johnson has a groove all of her own. We caught up with Johnson to talk about her playing, recording gigs, and finding the people you want to play with.
Juliaplaysgroove: You Keep Me Hangin’ On
Juliaplaysgroove has a new U-Bass, and she’s putting it to good use. In this clip, she takes on The Supremes hit tune, “You Keep Me Hangin’ On,” and absolutely nails James Jamerson’s line (and the tone!)
Fantastic Negrito Recruits Cornelius Mims for “Have You Lost Your Mind Yet?”
Two-time Grammy winner and NPR Tiny Desk winner Fantastic Negrito has returned with his third album, entitled “Have You Lost Your Mind Yet?” The artist recruited bass heavyweight Cornelius Mims to make it groove.