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Fodera Unveils New Masterbuilt Bass, The Crescent
So far, Fodera’s Masterbuilt series has used their existing bass shapes as a canvas for ornamental design. The latest in the line changes that. The Masterbuilt Crescent is inspired by the company’s AJ Presentation Hybrid but with some drastic changes.
The Marcus King Band: Echo Sessions
The Independent Arts and Music Asheville had The Marcus King Band in their studios for the “Echo Session” series. The band, including bassist Stephen Campbell, put on quite a show.
Taylor Hawkins Releases “Get The Money” with Chris Chaney, Duff McKagan, and Mark King
Foo Fighters drummer Taylor Hawkins has released a new album called “Get The Money.” The star-studded album is anchored primarily by a band called The Coattail Riders, which includes Chris Chaney. Duff McKagan and Mark King also contributed.
Tool Adds New North American Tour Dates
Tool’s current North American tour may be sold out, but if you don’t have tickets there is still hope. They’ve just announced a new leg of dates for early 2020 to continue supporting their recent and long-awaited album, “Fear Inoculum.”
Tech 21 Unveils the PSA 2.0 Programmable Pedal
Tech 21 is continuing to celebrate its 30th anniversary with the release of the PSA 2.0, which builds upon the original PSA-1 rackmount. Useful for nearly any instrument, the unit has been reimagined into a floor unit.
The Black Crowes “She Talks to Angels” on the Howard Stern Show
Two days ago, Kevin shared the news that brothers Chris and Rich Robinson of the Black Crowes are reuniting for a tour with a new lineup, including bassist Tim Lefebvre. Here they are performing “She Talks to Angels” on the Howard Stern Show.
Sam Wilkes Releases “Live on the Green”
Bassist Sam Wilkes has been blowing everyone away with his performances alongside Knower, Chaka Khan, and Scary Pockets. Now he’s released a live album of his own called “Live on the Green.”
Talking Technique: The Magic Behind “Steal My Kisses”
You probably already know “Steal My Kisses” by Ben Harper, and the excellent bass line by Juan Nelson. In today’s “Talking Technique” lesson, Ari breaks this down with a focus on “Tenths” over I vi IV V pattern.
Jaylon Black: Bass Heavy
In this clip, violinist and bassist Jaylon Black performs his tune, “Bass Heavy,” with Justin Peterson on bass duties while Jaylon is on violin. At one point, Jaylon puts down the violin to take a sweet bass solo that gets the band moving.
Virgil Donati Returns with “Ruination”
Drum master Virgil Donati has released “Ruination,” and it’s filled with unreal musicianship blurring the lines of fusion and progressive music. Bassists Junior Braguinha, Anton Davidyants, and Evan Marien contributed to the record.
The Black Crowes Announce Reunion Tour with Tim Lefebvre on Bass
For the first time since 2013, brothers Chris and Rich Robinson of the Black Crowes will be putting their differences aside to reunite for a tour. The brothers will be joined by an all-new backing band including bassist Tim Lefebvre.
Reading Rhythms
There’s an art to figuring out rhythms. Ultimately, it comes down to feeling smaller subdivisions. For today’s “Ask Damian” column, we have a video to help us walk through different rhythms and how to decipher them on the fly.