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Michael Manring Redefines the Bass in “Enormous Room” Live in Chicago
Michael Manring closed out a packed Solo Bass Day in Chicago, reshaping the bass with real-time retuning, resonance, and orchestral depth.
Bartolini MG4PJ Bass Pickup Packs P/J Design into Music Man-Style Housing
Bartolini has introduced the MG4PJ bass pickup, a new quad-coil model that fits a P/J configuration into a Music Man-style cover for punchy, clear tone.
Weekly Top 10: Auction Shockers, Steve Bailey to Step Down, and More
This week’s top bass stories include Christie’s Jim Irsay Collection auction results, Steve Bailey stepping down from Berklee, the Markbass GV 5 GOG, and more.
Bass Meets Beats: 95MP’s Drum and Bass Duo Leans Into a Fusion Trip-Hop Sound
Bass and drums go far beyond the basics as 95MP blends jazz fusion, trip-hop, and layered textures in a three-tune live set.
MonoNeon Releases Joyful Live Version of “Better Days Are Coming”
MonoNeon has released “Better Days Are Coming (Live),” a vibrant new recording from Sofia, Bulgaria featuring his band and an electrifying bass solo.
First Look: Fender Unveils 75th Anniversary Precision Bass Collection
Fender celebrates 75 years of the Precision Bass with three limited edition models, including the American Vintage II 1951 Precision, Player II Precision, and American Professional PJ Bass.
Chicago’s 1970 Tanglewood Performance Shows Peter Cetera at Full Power
This 1970 performance captures Chicago at peak intensity, as Peter Cetera’s aggressive, melodic bass powers “25 or 6 to 4” from the inside out.
Tedeschi Trucks Band Return with “Future Soul,” A Genre-Blending New Chapter
Tedeschi Trucks Band return with "Future Soul," a genre-blending new album featuring bassist Brandon Boone. Watch live video and see 2026 tour dates.
Josh Paul Powers New Supergroup The Masses on Two Explosive Debut Singles
The Masses, a new Nashville supergroup featuring Josh Paul on bass, have released their first two singles: “Drug Lord” and a cover of Beastie Boys’ “Intergalactic.”
Bassist Ana Pshokina Leads a Hard-Grooving Jazz Fusion Quintet in Lisbon
This Lisbon session features bassist Ana Pshokina on a custom Sandberg 5, driving a tight jazz fusion quintet with dynamic interplay and electric sax textures.
Iron Maiden Documentary “Burning Ambition” Trailer Teases a Deep Dive Into 50 Years of Metal History
Iron Maiden has released the first trailer for Burning Ambition, a new documentary tracing the band’s 50-year history. The film arrives in theaters on May 7, 2026.
Seymour Duncan Refreshes Studio Bass Compressor for 2026 With Retro-Inspired Housing
Seymour Duncan has updated its Studio Bass Compressor pedal for 2026 with a retro-inspired housing, while keeping its blend control, 3-way frequency switch, and $199 price.