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The Real McCoy: An Interview with Alex Dixon
As an architect of the Chicago blues sound, Willie Dixon’s music changed the direction of popular music. Now his grandson, Alex Dixon, is continuing the legacy with a new album, “The Real McCoy.” We caught up with Alex to get the scoop.
Outer Orbit: Kissing My Love
Our good friend Damian Erskine shared this video on Facebook, and it got us all moving. Check out Outer Orbit performing the Bill Withers hit, “Kissing My Love.” Damian throws down behind one heck of a band.
John Paul Jones Featured on Danny Barnes’s “Man on Fire”
Banjo player and eclectic songwriter Danny Barnes has just released a new album called “Man on Fire.” The record features some pretty amazing guests, including John Paul Jones.
Ernie Ball Now Shipping Flat Ribbon Patch Cables
Ernie Ball has announced a new line of flat ribbon patch cables. Their flat cable design and low-profile connectors optimize pedalboard layout and routing, the company explains.
Alusonic Announces QuadraFleX Pickup and Hybrid Bass
Alusonic has unveiled a new pickup called the QuadraFleX 4 as well as a new bass model for it. The new instrument revolves around the pickup’s unique mode selection that lets you pick between five pickup modes.
Tomáš Kedzior: El Viento Del Mar
Tomáš Kedzior sent us his latest video for a new song called “El Viento Del Mar,” which features percussion by Ladislav Šiška and dancing by Iveta Kave?ková. Kedzior sets up a hypnotic groove, while the cajon adds a little more drive.
ZZ Top Documentary “That Little Ol’ Band From Texas” Now Available
Get out your cheap sunglasses, because the ZZ Top documentary “That Little Ol’ Band From Texas” is now available on Blu-Ray, DVD, and streaming.
Gear Review: Rotosound Ultramag Bass Strings
Tim Fletcher is back, but this time around, he’s published a gear review. Tim took Rotosound’s new Ultramag Bass Strings for a spin. Here’s his take.
The Story Behind Madonna’s “Like a Prayer” Bass Line
Spector has released a new “Spector on Record” video with a cool animated bass line. This time they explain the story of Madonna’s controversial “Like A Prayer,” which is anchored by session ace Guy Pratt.
Madelief van Vlijmen and Madlife Release “Swans and Foxes”
Bassist Madelief van Vlijmen has just released a new album with her project Madlife entitled “Swans and Foxes.” The bandleader dishes out vocals and catchy bass lines that will make you want to dance.
Bootsy Collins and Mascot Label Group Announce The Funk Garage Imprint
Bootsy Collins announced last year that he would be retiring from playing live, but that doesn’t mean he isn’t keeping busy. The funk legend has just teamed up with Mascot Label Group to announce a new imprint under the label called The Funk Garage.
Bass of the Week: Brooks Grabbird
Last year, bass builder and Gibson enthusiast Rob van den Broek built a bass that combined elements of a Thunderbird and a Telecaster. Now, he’s revealed his latest creation called the Brooks Grabbird.