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Matthew Jamal Releases Solo Debut, “Itinerant”
Double bassist Matthew Jamal has released his debut solo EP, entitled “Itinerant.” Featuring only sounds from his bass and voice, the songs are described as “rooted in Jazz harmony while maintaining a style that is indie, experimental, and classical.”
Bass of the Week: Schecter Doug Pinnick Baron-H Bass
This week we’re checking out bassist/vocalist Doug Pinnick’s signature Baron-H bass from Schecter. Available in both left- and right-hand versions, the bass features a semi-hollow mahogany body sporting a unique F-hole.
Pomplamoose: Something
Pomplamoose recently shared this incredible cover of The Beatles’ “Something,” which is a nice duo between Nataly Dawn on bass and vocals and Jack Conte on piano and marimba.
Khruangbin and Leon Bridges Team Up for “Texas Sun”
The psychedelic genre-bending trio Khruangbin has teamed up with vocalist Leon Bridges for a new EP called Texas Sun. The vast state is home to both the band and Bridges, who pay homage to its expansiveness and beauty. “Big sky country, that’s what they call Texas,” explains Khruangbin bassist Laura Lee. “The horizon line goes all the way from one...
Kim Gordon Announces World Tour
Kim Gordon released a new solo album in October called “No Home Record.” Now the former Sonic Youth bassist will be touring the world in support of it.
Redbeard Effects Announces the Honey Badger Octave Fuzz Pedal
Redbeard Effects has introduced a new octave fuzz pedal called the Honey Badger. Designed for bass, guitar, or “anything you plug into it,” the pedal is described as “oozing gobs of glitchy, monophonic goodness.”
Leonid & Friends: Vehicle
Leonid & Friends are celebrating the 50th anniversary of The Ides of March’s self-titled debut album with this cover of the tune “Vehicle.” As always, Leonid Vorobyev and the band NAIL IT.
Bass Gear Roundup: The Top Gear Stories in February 2020
Our coverage of the 2020 Winter NAMM Show continued throughout the month of February, with loads of new bass gear on hand. Here are the top 10 reader favorite gear stories we covered during the month.
Eastwood Guitars Unveils the Hooky Bass 6 Pro
The Eastwood Guitars Custom Shop has unveiled a new bass with former Joy Division/New Order bassist, Peter Hook. The Hooky Bass 6 Pro is a replica of the six-string he used to record some of his biggest hits.
Theo Katzman: Paste Studio NYC Session
Theo Katzman visited the Paste Studio in New York City recently, in support of his new album, “Modern Johnny Sings: Songs in the Age of Vibe.” Joined by his Vulfpeck bandmate Joe Dart, the band performed three tracks from the album.
Wolfgang Van Halen Signs to Explorer1 Music Group for Solo Album
Five years after revealing it was in the works, it looks like Wolfgang Van Halen’s solo debut is on the cusp of being released. The Van Halen bassist has announced he has signed a deal with Explorer1 Music Group to unleash the album.
EBS Unveils the 802 Bass Amp
EBS has gotten back to their roots by unveiling the 802, a 750-watt solid-state bass amplifier they say will be the new cornerstone of their amplifications program. It will also be the reference point for the “EBS Sound.”