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Alberto Rigoni, Stuart Hamm & Michael Manring Release Bass-Driven Prog Album “Dystopia”
Alberto Rigoni, Stuart Hamm, and Michael Manring join forces for "Dystopia", a bass-driven prog concept album featuring former Primus drummer Tim “Herb” Alexander.
U2 Surprise-Drops “Days of Ash” EP Featuring Adam Clayton’s Standout Bass Work
U2 surprise-drop Days of Ash, a six-song EP inspired by current events. Adam Clayton’s bass drives opener “American Obituary.”
Björn Meyer Expands the Language of Solo Electric Bass on “Convergence”
Björn Meyer releases "Convergence", a live-in-studio solo bass album featuring new six-string techniques, real-time effects, and magnetic string experiments.
Donny Benét Drops “il Basso,” a Groove-Driven Love Letter to the Bass
Donny Benét releases "Il Basso," a new album celebrating the bass guitar with nods to Paul Jackson, Bernard Edwards, Jaco Pastorius, and more. Watch the videos for “School’s Out” and “Midnight Appointment.”
Derrick Hodge Unveils “Mind of a Dreamer,” a Genre-Blurring Suite with Nu Deco Ensemble
Derrick Hodge releases “Mind of a Dreamer,” a seven-movement suite with Nu Deco Ensemble blending jazz, hip-hop, R&B, and orchestral textures.
Ron Carter Explores Jazz-Gospel Roots with Ricky Dillard on “Sweet, Sweet Spirit”
Ron Carter unveils "Sweet, Sweet Spirit," a jazz-gospel album with choirmaster Ricky Dillard honoring the hymns of his childhood and his late mother.
Thundercat Announces “Distracted,” His First New Album Since 2020
Thundercat announces "Distracted," his first album since 2020, featuring Tame Impala, Lil Yachty, A$AP Rocky, and more. Out April 3.
Jon von Boehm Announces New Album Reflections, Shares Urgent New Single “Not Today”
Nashville bassist Jon von Boehm previews his upcoming album "Reflections" with the cinematic new single “Not Today.”
Tedeschi Trucks Band Fire Up 2026 With New Album “Future Soul” and Massive Tour
Tedeschi Trucks Band fire up a new chapter with Future Soul and an extensive North American tour in 2026.
Michael League Explores New Rhythmic Ground on “Elipsis” with Antonio Sánchez and Pedro Martinez
Snarky Puppy bassist Michael League releases "Elipsis," a six-song trio album with Antonio Sánchez and Pedro Martinez blending deep-rooted traditions, improvisation, and global rhythm.
Jill Scott Is Back, and the Bass Is Front and Center on “To Whom This May Concern”
Jill Scott’s "To Whom This May Concern" marks her first album in a decade. Listen to standout bass from Adam Blackstone, Om’Mas Keith, and others.
Janek Gwizdala Returns with Clear, a Cinematic Solo Bass Album for 2026
Janek Gwizdala returns with "Clear," a cinematic solo bass album recorded in single takes, using effects and ambience to build immersive soundscapes.











