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Alina Engibaryan with Michael League: Doesn’t Seem So Real
Keyboardist/vocalist Alina Engibaryan released “We Are” in February 2018. The band, which includes Michael League on bass, Chris Potter on sax, and Kendrick Scott on drums just released the video for the track, “Doesn’t Seem So Real.”
Songbird FX Introduces Birdcord Voltage Converters
Songbird FX has released a new product called the Birdcord Voltage Converter, which allows you to plug them into a USB port to generate an output voltage of either 6, 9, 12, or 18 volts.
In Memoriam: Scott Plummer
Viraemia bassist Scott Plummer has died from suicide. The news was shared by bandmate Josh Hernandez on the group’s Facebook page.
Bass of the Week: Ramsay Musical Instruments Hummingbird-RF6PZ-FL
This week we’re checking out the Hummingbird-RF6PZ-FL from Ramsay Musical Instruments. The six-string, fretless lefty has a jaw-dropping layered and chambered body with a solid top veneer.
Brad Russell: Got A Match (Chick Corea Meets Van Halen on Bass)
Brad Russell sent us his latest video, and while it is short, it is full octane. “Here’s a different take on the fusion tune ‘Got a Match’… Some Van Halen meets Chick Corea but played on bass!” Brad shared.
Phil Collins Announces Still Not Dead Yet, Live! Tour Dates with Leland Sklar
Phil Collins has extended his “Not Dead Yet” tour with a new 15-day U.S. run in the fall. The “Still Not Dead Yet, Live!” trek will kick off September 23rd. Collins will be joined by the same backing band as last year, including bassist Leland Sklar.
Mai Leisz Releases New Single Featuring David Crosby
We’re anxiously awaiting Mai Leisz’s new album with her band, MaiGroup, so I was excited when she emailed to let us know the first single is now available. The bassist, who has been playing in David Crosby’s “Sky Trails” band, released “Here It’s Almost Sunset” on all major platforms.
Hughes Guitars Announces the Dave Fowler Signature Bass Mini Thunderbird
Hughes Guitars has announced the Dave Fowler Signature Bass Mini Thunderbird. The Nashville session bassist’s new instrument is already in use with Billy Bob Thornton and The Artimus Pyle Band.
Stuart Clayton: Giants of Bass – John Paul Jones
Stuart Clayton is publishing so much content, like this “Giants of Bass” entry focusing on the style of the great John Paul Jones.
Lineup Announced for Woodstock 50th Anniversary Festival
It’s been fifty years since the world’s most important music festival occurred, and it’s going to happen again this August. The Woodstock 50 Music and Arts Fair has announced its lineup for the weekend of August 16th, 17th, and 18th with over 80 performances.
Fodera Announces Roasted Ash Emperor Standard Special Bass
After taking a vote from fans, Fodera has announced the next configuration of their Standard Special series. The Roasted Ash Emperor Standard Special will feature a beautiful roasted ash body matched to a 3-piece hard rock maple neck.
La Banda de Arturex: Carbonera
Back in 2014, we featured a popular video by La Banda de Arturex, thanks to Didier Parra sharing it with us. Didier emailed us again with another funky tune he recorded with the band during the same session.