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Inside the Chaos and Magic of 90s Rock: Melissa Auf der Maur’s Story Finally Told
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Inside the Chaos and Magic of 90s Rock: Melissa Auf der Maur’s Story Finally Told

Melissa Auf der Maur revisits her years with Hole and The Smashing Pumpkins in her new memoir, "Even the Good Girls Will Cry."

The Wood Brothers Keep Rolling: Winter 2026 Tour and Chris Wood’s Anthemic New Video
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The Wood Brothers Keep Rolling: Winter 2026 Tour and Chris Wood’s Anthemic New Video

The Wood Brothers announce their Winter 2026 tour and share Chris Wood’s anthemic new video, “Above All Others,” from "Puff of Smoke."

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Two Bassists, One Wild Night: Frank Zappa’s 1978 Halloween Show Returns in Full
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Two Bassists, One Wild Night: Frank Zappa’s 1978 Halloween Show Returns in Full

Frank Zappa’s 1978 Halloween concert returns in full glory with dual bassists, five CDs of wild jams, and a box set packed with extras.

From Yacht Rock to Soul Groove: Andre Zapata and Allen Stone Rework Christopher Cross’ “Ride Like The Wind”
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From Yacht Rock to Soul Groove: Andre Zapata and Allen Stone Rework Christopher Cross’ “Ride Like The Wind”

Christopher Cross’s “Ride Like The Wind” gets a fresh groove from Allen Stone’s band, powered by Andre Zapata’s tone and a pocket that feels just right.

Eva Gardner Back in the Bass Seat as The Mars Volta Launch 2025 Tour
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Eva Gardner Back in the Bass Seat as The Mars Volta Launch 2025 Tour

Eva Gardner is back in the bass seat with The Mars Volta as they launch a 2025 North American tour supporting their latest album.

Psychedelic Funk, Brazilian Vibes, and Deep Groove: Pops Magellan Steps Into the Spotlight with Damage
New Albums

Psychedelic Funk, Brazilian Vibes, and Deep Groove: Pops Magellan Steps Into the Spotlight with Damage

Bassist Pops Magellan steps into the spotlight with Damage, a debut EP blending psychedelic funk, Brazilian rhythms, and deep groove-driven songwriting.

Bass Legend Billy Sheehan Lights It Up on The Fell’s Debut “Killswitch” EP
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Bass Legend Billy Sheehan Lights It Up on The Fell’s Debut “Killswitch” EP

Billy Sheehan’s new band, The Fell, drops its debut “Killswitch” EP—five tracks of hard-rock energy and killer bass tone.

Up the Irons: Iron Maiden Returns to North America for “Run For Your Lives” 50th-Anniversary Tour
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Up the Irons: Iron Maiden Returns to North America for “Run For Your Lives” 50th-Anniversary Tour

Bass takes center stage as Iron Maiden returns with Megadeth and Anthrax — Harris, LoMenzo, and Bello deliver a low-end masterclass.

Foo Fighters and Nate Mendel Returns to the Road with “Take Cover” Tour and New Single “Asking for a Friend”
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Foo Fighters and Nate Mendel Returns to the Road with “Take Cover” Tour and New Single “Asking for a Friend”

Nate Mendel and Foo Fighters hit the road for the 2026 “Take Cover” Tour with Queens of the Stone Age and debut their new song, “Asking for a Friend.”

Gail Ann Dorsey Makes a Triumphant Return With “(It Takes All Kinds) To Make a World”
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Gail Ann Dorsey Makes a Triumphant Return With “(It Takes All Kinds) To Make a World”

Bassist and singer Gail Ann Dorsey releases her first solo track in 21 years, blending heartfelt lyrics, timeless tone, and vintage soul.

Puscifer’s “Normal Isn’t” Goes Deep: Tony Levin and Greg Edwards Anchor Its Dark Groove
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Puscifer’s “Normal Isn’t” Goes Deep: Tony Levin and Greg Edwards Anchor Its Dark Groove

Tony Levin and Greg Edwards bring their signature low-end mastery to Puscifer’s new album, Normal Isn’t — a dark, guitar-driven return to form.

Gabriel Severn and the Schultz Siblings Deliver Fusion Fire on Chick Corea’s “Got a Match” at JammJam 2025
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Gabriel Severn and the Schultz Siblings Deliver Fusion Fire on Chick Corea’s “Got a Match” at JammJam 2025

abriel Severn joins Justin-Lee and Jamie-Leigh Schultz at JammJam LA for a fiery take on Chick Corea’s “Got a Match,” powered by his Paul Lairat and EBS rig.