New music, with an emphasis on the bass player.
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How Don Messina & Rich Peare Revived Jazz’s Most Timeless Sound on “Blues for Peter”
Don Messina and Rich Peare bring a fresh take to jazz tradition on Blues for Peter, blending gut-string bass and nylon guitar for a timeless sound.
How Dane Alderson Helped Shape Yellowjackets’ 27th Album After 10 Years in the Band
Yellowjackets has been a mainstay of the jazz scene since their inception in 1977. They’ve just released Fasten Up, which incredibly marks their 27th album. Part of the quartet’s success has been due to their expansive and exploratory sound, says saxophonist Bob Mintzer. “We appreciate chamber music, R&B, gospel, straight-ahead jazz, in such a way that it’s hard to pinpoint...
How Petros Klampanis Captured the Beauty of the Unnoticed on “Latent Info”
Petros Klampanis explores the beauty of overlooked sounds on "Latent Info," recorded in a single room to capture the raw essence of musical conversation.
John Patitucci’s Trio Album “Spirit Fall” Showcases His Deepest Influences
John Patitucci explores his jazz roots on "Spirit Fall," a dynamic trio album with Chris Potter and Brian Blade, blending tradition with his personal style.
Bassist Josh Werner and James Brandon Lewis Fuse Jazz and Hip-Hop on “Apple Cores”
Josh Werner's bass grooves bring a hip-hop pulse to James Brandon Lewis' bold new trio album, "Apple Cores," blending deep jazz tradition with fresh energy.
Meters Legend George Porter, Jr. Drops “Porter’s Pocket” – A Funky Return to His Roots
George Porter, Jr.'s "Porter's Pocket" channels the raw energy of his New Orleans live sets into a funk-filled album that honors his roots with The Meters.
Catch the Funk: Nik West’s First-Ever Live Album Hits Vinyl
Nik West is breaking new ground with her first-ever live album, recorded in front of a studio audience and pressed straight to vinyl. Featuring fan favorites like "Catch Me If You Can," this release captures the energy and soul of her live performance.
Hear Thundercat’s Creative Bass Lines on Mac Miller’s Posthumous “Balloonerism”
Mac Miller's long-awaited posthumous album "Balloonerism" is finally here, featuring standout bass work from Thundercat on several tracks. The album, recorded in 2013, is now available alongside an accompanying short film.
Bob Hardy Delivers Urgency to Franz Ferdinand’s “The Human Fear”
Bob Hardy brings intensity to Franz Ferdinand’s “The Human Fear,” an album exploring fear and strength.
Ringo Starr Taps Nashville’s Best, Including Bassist Dennis Crouch, for “Look Up”
Ringo Starr returns to his country roots with "Look Up," featuring Nashville greats like bassist Dennis Crouch, Billy Strings, Alison Krauss, and Larkin Poe.
Rediscovered Neil Young Album from 1977 Shines a Spotlight on Bass Legend Joe Osborn
Neil Young's unreleased 1977 recording "Oceanside Countryside" features session bass legend Joe Osborn during his Nashville period, capturing the same magic heard on "Comes a Time."
Janek Gwizdala Celebrates 20 Years of “Mystery to Me” with All-New Bass Parts and Remixes
It’s been two decades since Janek Gwizdala first stepped out as a band leader and he’s celebrating with a reissue of "Mystery to Me" with updated bass parts.











