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Rush Mania Continues: Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson Add 17 More “Fifty Something” Tour Dates
Concerts & Tours

Rush Mania Continues: Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson Add 17 More “Fifty Something” Tour Dates

Rush extends their sold-out “Fifty Something” tour with 17 new dates across the U.S. and Canada after overwhelming fan demand.

Bootsy Collins, Buckethead & Victor Wooten Drop a Funk-Metal Explosion with “Metal Health”
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Bootsy Collins, Buckethead & Victor Wooten Drop a Funk-Metal Explosion with “Metal Health”

Bootsy Collins, Buckethead, and Victor Wooten collide on “Metal Health,” a funk-metal jam that’s cosmic, chaotic, and irresistibly groovy.

Dayna Stephens Swaps Sax for Bass on His Bold New Album, “Monk’D”
New Albums

Dayna Stephens Swaps Sax for Bass on His Bold New Album, “Monk’D”

Dayna Stephens takes up double bass on Monk’D, a stripped-down, deeply personal tribute to Thelonious Monk recorded at Rudy Van Gelder’s studio.

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Sam Rivers: The Groove Architect Behind Limp Bizkit Passes at Age 48 (1977–2025)
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Sam Rivers: The Groove Architect Behind Limp Bizkit Passes at Age 48 (1977–2025)

Sam Rivers, Limp Bizkit’s founding bassist, has passed away at 48. His groove and tone helped define a generation of heavy, funk-driven bass.

Khruangbin Marks 10 Years of “The Universe Smiles Upon You” With Intimate 2025 U.S. Tour
Concerts & Tours

Khruangbin Marks 10 Years of “The Universe Smiles Upon You” With Intimate 2025 U.S. Tour

Khruangbin marks a decade since "The Universe Smiles Upon You" with a fall 2025 U.S. tour in intimate venues.

At 94 Years Old, Bass Virtuoso François Rabbath Continues to Evolve on “Amall”
New Albums

At 94 Years Old, Bass Virtuoso François Rabbath Continues to Evolve on “Amall”

Bass legend François Rabbath, 94, explores jazz, funk, and world grooves on Amall with his son Sylvain and guest Victor Wooten.

Don Was Finally Steps Out Front with “Groove In The Face of Adversity”
New Albums

Don Was Finally Steps Out Front with “Groove In The Face of Adversity”

After decades producing legends, Don Was releases "Groove In The Face of Adversity," his soulful Detroit-rooted debut with the Pan-Detroit Ensemble.

Bubba Bash 2026 to Honor Neil Peart with Star-Studded Tribute for Glioblastoma Research
Concerts & Tours

Bubba Bash 2026 to Honor Neil Peart with Star-Studded Tribute for Glioblastoma Research

Bubba Bash 2026 returns to honor Neil Peart. Hosted by YYNOT and Tim Starace, the concert raises funds for Cedars-Sinai glioblastoma research.

No Doubt Announces Six-Night Run at The Sphere in Las Vegas
Concerts & Tours

No Doubt Announces Six-Night Run at The Sphere in Las Vegas

No Doubt is back for six nights at The Sphere in Las Vegas this May, marking their first extended run in 14 years and celebrating Tragic Kingdom.

Consider the Source Announces December Tour and “World War Trio” Vinyl Reissue
Concerts & Tours

Consider the Source Announces December Tour and “World War Trio” Vinyl Reissue

Consider the Source will tour the Northeast this December and mark the 10th anniversary of World War Trio with a special vinyl reissue.

Jack White’s Bassist Dominic John Davis Talks Tone and Chaos at Riot Fest Chicago
Interviews, News

Jack White’s Bassist Dominic John Davis Talks Tone and Chaos at Riot Fest Chicago

Dominic John Davis onstage and off, holding down the low end for Jack White and keeping it locked when every set feels brand new at Riot Fest Chicago.

The MC Revolution Reimagines Stevie Wonder’s “Superstition” With Bernard Purdie
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The MC Revolution Reimagines Stevie Wonder’s “Superstition” With Bernard Purdie

The MC Revolution unites bassist Christian Fabian, guitarist Mark Kassa, and Bernard Purdie for a powerhouse version of Stevie Wonder’s “Superstition.”