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Jacob Collier with Tori Kelly: Running Outta Love
Jacob Collier was a recent guest on the (virtual) Late Show with Stephen Colbert, to perform a tune from his upcoming album “Djesse, Volume 3”. Joined by vocalist Tori Kelly, Jacob lays down a funky line on the tune.
In Memoriam: Alan Peters
Former Agnostic Front bassist Alan Peters has passed away of undisclosed causes. The news was announced on the band’s Facebook page.
Lorin Cohen Announces “New Shapes for Bass” Instructional Package
Lorin Cohen has just released a new digital instruction package called “New Shapes for Bass”. Centered around a 71-page ebook, the package includes twelve exercises for electric and double bass with fingerings for both instruments in every key.
Kate Gillespie: Eucalyptus
Kate Gillespie sent us her latest video, and we dig the vibe. Inspired by the CAKES tune, “Eucalyptus”, Kate decided to create her own musical interpretation with double bass and vocals.
Japan Releases “Live from the Budokan – Tokyo FM 1982”
A new live album from the English new wave band Japan called “Live from the Budokan – Tokyo FM 1982” is now available. Mick Karn’s sublime fretless playing is all over the record, which spans their career’s output.
Fender Unveils 60th Anniversary Jazz Bass
It’s been six decades since Fender first introduced the Jazz Bass, and now they’re celebrating with a special 60th Anniversary Jazz Bass model. The limited-edition bass replicates the original design of the Jazz.
The Main Squeeze: Layla
The Main Squeeze, like the rest of us, is stuck at home. But that’s not stopping the band from bringing some great new videos our way, live from The Squeeze House. In this clip, they perform their take on the Derek and the Dominos tune, “Layla.”
In Memoriam: Vern Rumsey
Unwound bassist Vern Rumsey has passed away from undisclosed causes. He was 47 years old. Rumsey co-founded the influential post-hardcore band in 1991.
Ibanez Introduces SR1100B and SR1105B Basses
Ibanez has added a new set of basses to their Soundgear line with the SR1100B and SR1105B. The instruments are four- and five-string versions of the same design and come in Sea Foam Green and Pearl White Matte finishes.
Glecio Nascimento and Paulinho Fonseca: Fonkera
A lot of the funk comes from our right hand, which is why Glecio Nascimento is so good at it. Glecio lets it all out in this video with Jota Quest drummer Paulinho Fonseca (aka Fonk).
New Miles Davis Album Documents “The Lost Septet”
Miles Davis had several important eras over his long career. Now, a newly unearthed live recording captures what is called his “Lost Septet” from his rock and fusion period. Recorded in Vienna in 1971, the band included Michael Henderson on bass.
Groove – Episode #68: Gord Sinclair
Enjoy this month’s conversation with The Tragically Hip’s bassist, Gord Sinclair, who released his first solo effort earlier this year.