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The Bass Centre Unveils the Guy Pratt “Betsy” Bass
Guy Pratt has teamed up with The Bass Centre to introduce the Guy Pratt Betsy Bass. A part of their British Bass Masters series, the instrument is based on Pratt’s 1964 Jazz Bass he named “Betsy,” which he originally bought from John Entwistle in 1987.
John Ferrara: Solo Bass Arrangement of “Plush”
As bassist for the Sci-Fi Middle Eastern Fusion band Consider the Source, you may not have expected John Ferrara to drop a Stone Temple Pilots cover. But that’s exactly what he just did.
Prong Releases “Age of Defiance”
Prong has released a new EP, “Age of Defiance,” featuring two new tracks and three live cuts. Prong’s current lineup includes drummer Aaron Rossi and bassist Jason Christopher, who has been working with the group for most of the decade.
Wampler Pedals Introduces the Terraform Pedal
Wampler Pedals has expanded its effects lineup with the Terraform, a modulation stompbox that offers multiple routing options, true stereo, presets, MIDI control, and eleven custom-designed modulation effects.
Groove – Episode #60: Sharay Reed
Sharay Reed is a proficient player on the upright, electric, and synth bass. He’s performed with countless artists, including his current work with Cory Henry. He’s our guest for this month’s episode of Groove.
David Sutkin, Lukas Kuban & Adrian Maruszczyk: Kashmir
Led Zeppelin’s classic “Kashmir” features an epic arrangement filled out with strings, horns, and a mellotron. David Sutkin, Lukas Kuban and Adrian Maruszczyk decided to take things the other way by rocking it out with two basses and a drumset.
Thundercat Unveils 2020 Tour Dates
Thundercat will be hitting the road in 2020 for his longest headlining tour to date. In a bizarre announcement video directed by Zack Fox, the Thundercat said special guests are TBA.
Ask Damian Erskine: Farewell (For Now)
For over a decade, Damian Erskine has published his “Ask Damian Erskine” column every week. That’s 533 columns. After that impressive run, Damian has decided to take a break. We can’t thank him enough for his contributions over the years.
Vulfpeck: Back Pocket (Live at Madison Square Garden)
In October, Vulfpeck packed Madison Square Garden for a concert. The band has just announced a live album from the show, and a video to go along with it. Joe Dart shows another side on this, helping with the vocals in this intro of “Back Pocket.”
Tim Lefebvre and Ego Mondo Release “End of Daze”
Bassist Tim Lefebvre has released a new album, “End of Daze,” with his latest group, Ego Mondo. The band is a trio project with drummer Gary Novak and keyboardist Scott Kinsey that channels rock, hip hop, and jazz vibes.
Bass Transcription: Bass Arrangement of Victor Jara’s “El Derecho de Vivir en Paz”
The recent protests in Chile inspired Marcelo Cordova to take on “El Derecho de Vivir en Paz” (“The Right to Live in Peace”), a hymn composed by Víctor Jara that Marcelo says “unites all Chileans.” Marcelo turned it into a solo bass piece. Here’s his transcription.
Mabuta: “She” (Live in Cape Town)
South Africa’s Mabuta just dropped a live video for their new song, “She,” and it’s sure to get you grooving. The song kicks off with a chordal bass line by bandleader Shane Cooper before the horns come in with a laid back melody.