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Bass Transcription: Dennis Dunaway’s Bass Line on “No More Mr Nice Guy” by Alice Cooper
Tim Fletcher’s eighth transcription of his “Unsung U.S. Bassists” offers an excellent analysis of Dennis Dunaway's bass line on "No More Mr Nice Guy" by Alice Cooper.
Slipknot Returns with “We Are Not Your Kind”
Slipknot has returned with their sixth album, entitled “We Are Not Your Kind.” The album is a return to some of their heavier sounds, and the second studio album to feature bassist Alessandro Venturella.
TWA Introduces the Side Step Pedal
TWA has announced the Side Step, which is a variable-state, tap-tempo low-frequency oscillator. It’s designed to be used to control “practically any device with an expression input and/or +5V control voltage source.”
Is My Bass Teacher Right for Me?
This week’s “Ask” question was sent in by a reader who is pretty new to the bass, and pretty frustrated with his bass teacher. So he reached out to Damian for advice. Check out what Damian has to say about the student/teacher relationship.
Jason Raso with Stuart Hamm: The Pork-Chop Express
Jason Raso recently sent us this video, and it is a ton of fun. Thanks to a hilarious intro, we learned that Jason’s goal back in 1991 was to record with Stuart Hamm. 28 years later, it happened.
Elvis Presley Estate Releases “Live 1969” CD Set, Featuring Jerry Scheff
Elvis Presley’s big comeback in 1969 began with a run of 57 sold-out shows in Las Vegas. It was the dawn of a new era, thanks in part to a new band, including session bassist Jerry Scheff. The new “Elvis: Live 1969” release features 11 complete sets.
Quilter Labs Introduces the BassDock System
Quilter Labs has announced a new modular amp system called the BassDock system. The series includes two compact cabinets – the BassDock 10 and the BassDock 12 – that are both rated at 400 watts.
On the Road (Again) with Peat Rains from You Bred Raptors?: Part 1
Peat Rains is on tour again with You Bred Raptors?, and he’s back with a brand-new tour diary series. Here’s part 1 of the 2019 series, with Peat sharing stories from the road.
The Marcus King Band: Live at Paste Studios
We’re big fans of the Paste Studios sessions, and we’re also big fans of The Marcus King Band. Here’s a great combo of the two, with the band’s full session in February 2017. As always, Stephen Campbell lays down the tasty grooves.
Mike Watt Announces New Project with Todd Congelliere
Bass legend Mike Watt has announced a new project with guitarist/singer Todd Congelliere called Jumpstarted Plowhards. The band will be releasing their first album, “Round One,” on October 4th with four more albums planned.
Bass of the Week: Seger Guitars 6-String DC Bass
This week we’re checking out a cool six-string bass, but it’s not what you think. Dallas Seger of Seger Guitars posted a six-string version of his DC Bass that doubles up on the low strings.
Steve Lawson: Start Everywhere
Steve Lawson is releasing his latest album, “The Arctic Is Burning,” on September 2nd, and he’s just shared the closing track. The chill tune offers up a lot of interesting sounds along the way.