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Oscar Peterson’s Lost 1960 Baker’s Keyboard Lounge Recordings Spotlight Ray Brown at His Peak
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Oscar Peterson’s Lost 1960 Baker’s Keyboard Lounge Recordings Spotlight Ray Brown at His Peak

Newly released recordings from Oscar Peterson’s 1960 Baker’s Keyboard Lounge engagement capture Ray Brown at his swinging, lyrical best with Ed Thigpen.

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Anthony Wellington Is Taking Bassology to Las Vegas in 2026
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Anthony Wellington Is Taking Bassology to Las Vegas in 2026

Anthony Wellington has announced Bassology Around the World Las Vegas 2026, an eight-night instructional trip featuring classes, private lessons, and excursions.

Les Claypool’s Frog Brigade Returns With New Live EP Ahead of Claypool Gold Tour
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Les Claypool’s Frog Brigade Returns With New Live EP Ahead of Claypool Gold Tour

Les Claypool’s Fearless Flying Frog Brigade will release "Return of the Live Frogs: Volume 1" on May 22, 2026, just as the Claypool Gold tour gets underway.

Carlos Henriquez Reimagines Thelonious Monk on “Monk Con Clave”
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Carlos Henriquez Reimagines Thelonious Monk on “Monk Con Clave”

Carlos Henriquez reimagines Thelonious Monk on "Monk Con Clave," blending jazz, Latin jazz, and Afro-Cuban rhythms with bold arrangements and standout bass lines.

Live Nation & Ticketmaster Found Liable in Landmark Antitrust Verdict
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Live Nation & Ticketmaster Found Liable in Landmark Antitrust Verdict

A federal jury has found Live Nation and Ticketmaster liable for anticompetitive conduct. Here’s what the landmark ruling could mean for artists, venues, and fans.

Rock Hall 2026: Meet the Bassists Behind This Year’s Inductees
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Rock Hall 2026: Meet the Bassists Behind This Year’s Inductees

Meet the bassists behind the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s 2026 inductees, including Steve Harris, Peter Hook, Paul Denman, and more.

From Viral to Vinyl: Angine de Poitrine Announces Global Physical Release
New Albums

From Viral to Vinyl: Angine de Poitrine Announces Global Physical Release

Angine de Poitrine announces global vinyl and CD releases for "Vol. I" and "Vol. II" as their 2026 tour continues to sell out worldwide.

Yes Unleashes “Aurora”: Hear the Cinematic New Single Featuring Billy Sherwood
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Yes Unleashes “Aurora”: Hear the Cinematic New Single Featuring Billy Sherwood

Yes has announced its 24th studio album, "Aurora," due June 12, and released the title track featuring Billy Sherwood’s melodic bass work.

Jack White Maps Out Massive 2026 Tour Extension With Dominic John Davis
Concerts & Tours

Jack White Maps Out Massive 2026 Tour Extension With Dominic John Davis

Jack White has expanded his 2026 tour with new dates across Europe and North America. Longtime bassist Dominic John Davis joins the run following White’s new singles and SNL performance.

Contacting the Mothership: Pops Magellan’s DAMAGE Live at EastWest Studios
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Contacting the Mothership: Pops Magellan’s DAMAGE Live at EastWest Studios

Bassist Pops Magellan has released "DAMAGE (Live at EastWest Studios)," a new three-song live EP featuring one-take performances captured at Hollywood’s EastWest Studios.

Carmine Appice’s Cactus Recruits Billy Sheehan, Dug Pinnick, Tony Franklin, and More for <em>Temple of Blues II</em>
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Carmine Appice’s Cactus Recruits Billy Sheehan, Dug Pinnick, Tony Franklin, and More for Temple of Blues II

Carmine Appice and Cactus return with "Temple of the Blues II," featuring Billy Sheehan, Dug Pinnick, Tony Franklin, Rudy Sarzo, Jimmy Haslip, and more.

Angine de Poitrine Follow Viral KEXP Session With New Album, “Vol. II”
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Angine de Poitrine Follow Viral KEXP Session With New Album, “Vol. II”

Microtonal art rock duo Angine de Poitrine return with Vol. II, expanding on the sound that made their Live on KEXP session a viral hit.