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After several postponements, Primus is heading out on their epic “A Tribute To Kings” tour. Les Claypool has been very open about his eagerness for the outing as well, and apparently, he’s been practicing up – and learning the parts from Geddy Lee.

Adi Meyerson has released a new album called “I Want To Sing My Heart Out In Praise of Life”. The bassist/composer’s second album as a leader is a six-part suite inspired by the work of avant-garde artist Yayoi Kusama.

Back in June, Percy Jones announced his new supergroup, PAKT, which includes Alex Skolnick, Kenny Grohowski, and Tim Motzer. The band had a handful of performances, and now the first show has been released as their debut live recording.

Guns N’ Roses have dropped a new single with “Absurd”. The song is their first new music in over a decade, although some fans may recognize it as a reworked version of the unreleased song “Silkworms” from the “Chinese Democracy” period.

Bay Area bassist Tony Saunders has returned with a new solo album called “All About Love”. The contemporary jazz artist brings his influences to the table on original music as well as popular covers.

Dusty Hill may have passed away last month, but we haven’t heard the last of him. ZZ Top guitarist Billy Gibbons revealed that Hill had already recorded his bass parts as well as vocals for an upcoming album.

Blues Traveler has released a new album called “Traveler’s Blues”, which is a collection of covers from the American Blues Songbook and other classics. Tad Kinchla holds it all together from the low end, providing deep grooves and funky lines.

After joining last year, Brandon Bruce has left Havok. The bassist made the announcement via Instagram.

The Three of A Perfect Pair Music Camp is back for 2021! The four-night retreat will run from August 9th through 15th. It will once again feature Adrian Belew, Tony Levin, and Pat Mastelotto teaching and hanging out with all attendees.

Rudy Sarzo made a big announcement on Trunk Nation with Eddie Trunk, this week. The bass legend revealed that he’ll be rejoining Quiet Riot after an 18-year break.

Singer-songwriter Yola has returned with her second full-length album, entitled “Stand For Myself”. Produced by Dan Auerbach of The Black Keys, the album features bassist Nick Movshon, who helps propel the old school vibe.

Autopsy announced last month that longtime bassist Joe Trevisano was leaving the fold. Now the death metallers have named their newest member, Greg Wilkinson.