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Brian Cook Brings Crushing Tone to Russian Circles’ Audiotree “From Nothing” Session

Brian Cook Brings Crushing Tone to Russian Circles’ Audiotree “From Nothing” Session

Russian Circles perform live for Audiotree, with Brian Cook delivering a heavy, locked-in bass performance using his Electrical Guitar Company Series Two.

Victor Wooten Returns With Béla Fleck and the Flecktones for West Coast Tour

Victor Wooten Returns With Béla Fleck and the Flecktones for West Coast Tour

Béla Fleck and the Flecktones are hitting the road with Victor Wooten for a West Coast tour featuring the original lineup and a special stop at The Gorge.

Mastering Country Bass Lines: Roots, Fifths, and Chord Function Explained

Mastering Country Bass Lines: Roots, Fifths, and Chord Function Explained

Learn how to build authentic country bass lines using roots and fifths, with tips on chord function, motion, and diatonic playing.

Live in Jakarta: Bubby Lewis and Ade Avery Team Up for a Powerful Take on “Salty”

Live in Jakarta: Bubby Lewis and Ade Avery Team Up for a Powerful Take on “Salty”

Bubby Lewis and Ade Avery connect for a live performance of “Salty,” filmed at Reverend & Co. Studios in Jakarta. Deep groove, sharp tone, and tight chemistry.

From Cosmic Country to Memphis Soul: Mustang McGee Steps Out with ‘Horseplay’

From Cosmic Country to Memphis Soul: Mustang McGee Steps Out with ‘Horseplay’

Mustang McGee steps out with Horseplay, blending Memphis soul, rock, and country, with guest spots from Daniel Donato and Christone “Kingfish” Ingram.

Abasi Concepts Unveils 2025 Larada 5 Bass With New Finishes and Upgrades

Abasi Concepts Unveils 2025 Larada 5 Bass With New Finishes and Upgrades

Abasi Concepts has updated the Larada 5 Bass for 2025 with new finishes, roasted maple necks, and refined control layouts for improved playability.

Justin Raines Anchors Johannes Groth’s “Before All Things” with Larnell Lewis and Nate Werth

Justin Raines Anchors Johannes Groth’s “Before All Things” with Larnell Lewis and Nate Werth

Justin Raines teams up with Larnell Lewis and Nate Werth on Johannes Groth’s fusion track “Before All Things,” blending groove, rhythm, and texture.

Vincen García Breaks Down His Viral Bass Solos and More in “Funk It Up!” Course

Vincen García Breaks Down His Viral Bass Solos and More in “Funk It Up!” Course

Vincen García’s "Funk It Up!" bass course covers pentatonics, slap, ghost notes, and more, with over 50 video lessons, tabs, and practice materials.

Sirena’s Cometa Bass Melds Vintage Hollowbody Vibe with Handcrafted Modern Design

Sirena’s Cometa Bass Melds Vintage Hollowbody Vibe with Handcrafted Modern Design

Sirena Basses’ Cometa is a 30" hollowbody bass inspired by vintage Kay and Harmony models, featuring handcrafted upgrades by luthier Jeremy Kirsch.

Michael Pipoquinha Showcases His Voice and Bass Work on ‘Lugar Comum’ Live

Michael Pipoquinha Showcases His Voice and Bass Work on ‘Lugar Comum’ Live

Michael Pipoquinha takes the spotlight with a rare vocal performance on “Lugar Comum,” captured live at Musig im Pflegidach in Muri, Switzerland.

Stanley Clarke’s 4Ever Band Embarks on 2025 Tour Spanning the U.S. and Europe

Stanley Clarke’s 4Ever Band Embarks on 2025 Tour Spanning the U.S. and Europe

Stanley Clarke’s 2025 tour with 4Ever spans the U.S. and Europe, offering fans a chance to hear new arrangements and a dynamic new band lineup.

The Who’s Farewell, Spector’s Limited Basses, and More: This Week’s Top Bass Stories

The Who’s Farewell, Spector’s Limited Basses, and More: This Week’s Top Bass Stories

This week’s highlights include Spector’s Euro CST series, Jon Button touring with The Who, and Marek Bero’s latest Bass Gym lesson.