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Should You Record Yourself Practicing?
A reader asked Damian about his thoughts on recording yourself practicing. Damian, who has long been an advocate of this, breaks down the benefits of recording your practice sessions in this week’s “Ask” column.
House of Waters: Together (Live at Song of the Wood)
It is always a good day when a new House of Waters video hits. In this clip, the band performs “Together,” from their latest album, “Rising.” As always, bassist Moto Fukushima plays an equally impressive and beautiful part on the tune.
Reader Spotlight: Craig Martini
Meet Craig Martini, a bassist with quite an impressive resume of touring, recording, and performing with many well-known musicians. Here’s his story…
D. Lakin Basses Unveils New Line of Basses
Dan Lakin has launched a new line of basses with his company, D. Lakin Basses. Lakin, who founded Lakland Basses, offers one-on-one consultation for every bass that’s made.
The Main Squeeze: Voodoo Child
I’m a big fan of The Main Squeeze (and Hendrix). So I was thrilled to see this new video. In this clip, the band takes on Hendrix’s “Voodoo Child.” Rob Walker is playing some fantastic lines behind the band.
Bob Weir and Wolf Bros Announce 2020 Tour Dates
Grateful Dead guitarist Bob Weir is taking his band Bob Weir and Wolf Bros back out on the road in early 2020. The trio is filled out by former Primus drummer Jay Lane and Was (Not Was) bassist/producer Don Was.
Bass of the Week: Jillard Guitars Armada Bass
This week we’re checking out a stunning Armada bass by Jillard Guitars. The bass has a multi-scale neck running from 36.75 inches to 34 inches with slanted frets to adjust for each string.
The Who: A Quick One (While He’s Away)
The Who is releasing a new album on December 6th, but they’re pushing a lot of vintage content in the meantime. Here’s a 1968 clip of “A Quick One (While He’s Away),” which features a fantastic bass line by John Entwistle.
Black Veil Brides Part Ways with Ashley Purdy
The Black Veil Brides have announced that bassist Ashley Purdy has left the band. The news was posted by the group on their social media pages.
Crazy Tube Circuits Announces the Cyclone Phaser Pedal
Crazy Tube Circuits has expanded their lineup of pedals with the Cyclone Phaser. The all-analog pedal is voiced after classic phasers with four voicings from the ’70s and ’90s.
Richard Bona: Uprising of Kindness
Here’s a fantastic clip of Richard Bona performing “Uprising of Kindness” at the RTL Jazz Festival. Backed by a string quartet and band, Bona adds his amazing vocal and bass skills to this beautiful composition.
Kyle Eastwood Celebrates Film Music on “Cinematic”
Kyle Eastwood has a unique relationship with the film industry. As the son of a famous actor, he’s been around it his whole life. Now he’s combining his love for jazz and film with a new album called “Cinematic.”