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Why Every Bassist Should Learn Pick Playing: A Heavy Groove Lesson in A Minor

Discover why pick playing matters for bassists in this A minor groove lesson, featuring open strings, fast runs, and precise articulation.

Paul Jackson’s bass work takes center stage in this rare 1975 TV set from Herbie Hancock and The Headhunters, live on The Midnight Special.

Goose has released a surprise album, Chain Yer Dragon, with bassist Trevor Weekz driving the sound on fan favorites and new studio takes.

Funk bassist Freekbass joins the Bergantino family and talks about his music, bass gear, and TikTok success in this wide-ranging interview.

Discover the new Gretsch Electromatic CVT Bass Double-Cut, a retro-inspired 32" scale model with Low Down pickups and a street price of $399.

“Drive Complaining” completes Pops Magellan’s EastWest trilogy with a cosmic blend of emotion, distortion, and groove.

Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble hit the road to celebrate 50 years of the Grateful Dead’s Blues for Allah with a full album performance.

Discover the Daddy Mojo Rosetta Archtop Bass, a short-scale build with a unique adjustable neck inspired by parlor guitars.

In a blazing metal challenge, Charles Berthoud climbs through 10 tracks to take on Drone Corpse Aviator by Archspire.

DR Strings introduces the Black Dragon Multi-Scale Bass Strings, featuring a black coated wrap and Accurate Core Technology for clarity and tone.

Rare 1985 Stevie Ray Vaughan footage, Oteil Burbridge’s Dire Wolf Bass, and more highlights from this week’s top bass stories.

The Beatles’ first American concert is back on film, with Paul McCartney holding it all together while thousands of fans scream through every note.