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Widespread Panic Announces Summer Tour Dates
Widespread Panic, anchored by Dave Schools, has announced their plans for the summer with a handful of tour dates spread across the United States.
Ashdown Unveils ABM 300 EVO IV Bass Amp
After fifteen years, Ashdown Engineering has reinstated the ABM 300 to ABM EVO IV series of bass amps. The new head has a lower power rating to fill in the flagship range.
Philipp Rehm: Bass Bubblin
Philipp Rehm’s manager sent us several recent videos by Philipp Rehm, and this one really impressed us. Here’s the intro to Philipp’s aptly named tune, “Bass Bubblin,” performed live.
MonoNeon Releases “My Feelings Be Peeling”
Dywane “MonoNeon” Thomas has shared his latest album, entitled “My Feelings Be Peeling.” The album continues the bassist’s unique brand of lo-fi funk and jaw-dropping bass playing while expanding his sound with new collaborations.
EBS Unveils the Billy Sheehan Ultimate Signature Drive Pedal
EBS unveiled the latest in their line of signature pedals for bassist Billy Sheehan at the 2019 Winter NAMM Show. The Billy Sheehan Ultimate Signature Drive helps to create his sound when he can’t bring his entire rig.
The Main Squeeze: Fancy Clothes (Live from the SqueezeHouse)
The Main Squeeze is back with another funky tune they recorded live at the SqueezeHouse. Once again, Rob Walker lays down the groovy bass behind the band.
Scott Thunes, Arthur Barrow To Join Frank Zappa Hologram Tour
Frank Zappa will once again grace the stage this year with the Bizarre World of Frank Zappa tour, which will feature a hologram of the late composer alongside his former band members, including bassists Scott Thunes and Arthur Barrow.
Bergantino Introduces the forté HP Bass Amp
Bergantino expanded their bass amp line with the forté HP at the 2019 Winter NAMM Show. Building upon the existing forté, the new HP version offers 1,200 watts of power while weighing in at just 6.4 pounds.
Video Premiere: Colby Richardson’s Bass Playthrough of Reflect//Refine’s “No Soul”
Today we’re premiering this new video of Reflect//Refine’s Colby Richardson playing through their latest single, “No Soul”. The bassist dishes out huge tone, switching between fingerstyle and a more percussive slap to vary textures.
Sammy Hagar and The Circle Announce New Album, Tour Dates
During our live podcast from the 2019 Winter NAMM Show, Michael Anthony revealed that his band The Circle with Sammy Hagar would be releasing a new album and touring. Now we have more details.
Ashdown Engineering Releases the Head 22 with Shavo Odadjian
System of a Down bassist Shavo Odadjian has teamed up with Ashdown Engineering to create the Head 22, a 600-watt bass amp that is hand-built in Ashdown’s UK Custom Shop.
The Art of the Trio: An Interview with Joe Policastro
Bassist Joe Policastro has been reinventing the new American Songbook on his last three albums centered around central themes. We caught up with Policastro to get the scoop on his musical background, his music, and how to keep a steady music gig.