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Adam Ben Ezra: Tumbada
Adam Ben Ezra has released the second single from his upcoming album, “Hide and Seek.” “Deeply inspired by Richard Bona and other African music elements,” here’s the tune “Tumbada.”
Marc Najjar and Jody Miller Launch The Bass Nerds Podcast
If you’re like us, you like to nerd out on everything bass. So do Chicago bassists Marc Najjar and Jody Miller, who have just launched a new podcast called The Bass Nerds. Check out the first episode.
Free the Tone Unveils the DVL-1H Volume Pedal
Free The Tone has announced the Direct Volume DVL-1H. The volume pedal features a unique full-rotation belt-drive system for a smooth feel.
Echotest: The Drift
Our good friend Julie Slick shared a fantastic (and beautifully shot) new video by her band, Echotest. The tune, “The Drift,” is from the band’s second album, “Le Fil Rouge.”
Warpaint Working on New Album
Warpaint bassist Jenny Lee Lindberg has broken the news that the band is in the studio working on a new album. The record will be their first since 2016’s “Heads Up.”
Mayones Unveils the Jabba Hadrien Feraud PJ 4 Signature Bass
As they prepare to show off their new models at the 2020 Winter NAMM Show, Mayones has unveiled a new signature bass with Hadrien Feraud. The Jabba Hadrien Feraud PJ 4 sports a set of passive Delano P/J pickups matched to a Mayones M-BP3 3-band EQ.
Olivier Babaz and Patrick Graham: C.lymao
Olivier Babaz just released a new album called “Fragments.” “C.lymao” features Babaz rocking the double bass and kalimba at the same time with percussionist Patrick Graham similarly managing several instruments.
Stone Temple Pilots Announce Acoustic Album, Tour
Robert DeLeo and the Stone Temple Pilots have announced their first ever acoustic album, “Perdida,” which will be released on February 7th. The band will be touring in support of the album in February.
Sadowsky Guitars Announces Exclusive Licensing Deal with Warwick
Sadowsky Guitars has announced an exclusive licensing agreement with Warwick Gmbh. Legendary luthier Roger Sadowsky made the announcement in a press release that explains the arrangement.
Bass Transcription: Tracy Wormworth’s Bass Line on “Christmas Wrapping” by The Waitresses
This is the twelfth (and final) entry of the “Unsung U.S. Bassists” series is here, and this one is just in time for the holidays. Check out Tim Fletcher’s transcription and analysis for the bass line on “Christmas Wrapping” by The Waitresses.
Joe Dart: Berklee Bass Clinic
If you have some time on your hands today, you’re in luck. Joe Dart made an appearance at Berklee for a bass clinic, and we now can watch the full event. Joe talks about Vulfpeck, music, playing with drummers, and plays throughout.
Steve Harris and British Lion Release New Track From “The Burning”
As Iron Maiden bassist Steve Harris and his band British Lion prepare to hit the road in the U.S. next year, they’ve released the second single from their upcoming album, “The Burning.”