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Esperanza Spalding Joins Nicholas Payton and Karriem Riggins on Long-Awaited Trio Album Triune
New Albums

Esperanza Spalding Joins Nicholas Payton and Karriem Riggins on Long-Awaited Trio Album Triune

Esperanza Spalding reunites with Nicholas Payton and Karriem Riggins for Triune, a trio album rooted in Black American Music, funk, and soul.

John Ferrara’s “Skinned Knees and Make Believe” Expands the Language of Solo Bass
New Albums

John Ferrara’s “Skinned Knees and Make Believe” Expands the Language of Solo Bass

John Ferrara explores new ground with "Skinned Knees and Make Believe," a solo bass album recorded with jungle ambience in Costa Rica.

Derek Frank Joins All-Star Ozzy Tribute at VMAs with Yungblud, Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, and Nuno Bettencourt
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Derek Frank Joins All-Star Ozzy Tribute at VMAs with Yungblud, Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, and Nuno Bettencourt

An epic Ozzy Osbourne tribute at the 2025 VMAs featured Derek Frank on bass with some of rock’s biggest names.

Donny McCaslin Announces “Lullaby for the Lost” Featuring Tim Lefebvre, Jonathan Maron, and More
New Albums

Donny McCaslin Announces “Lullaby for the Lost” Featuring Tim Lefebvre, Jonathan Maron, and More

Donny McCaslin returns with Lullaby for the Lost, reuniting with Tim Lefebvre and Jason Lindner. Hear their lead single “Celestial.”

“The Voice of Rock” Glenn Hughes Releases “Chosen” and the New Single, “My Alibi”
New Albums

“The Voice of Rock” Glenn Hughes Releases “Chosen” and the New Single, “My Alibi”

Glenn Hughes, The Voice of Rock, drops his new album Chosen alongside the groove-heavy single “My Alibi.”

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Deep Energy Orchestra Unites Cultures and Virtuosos on “The Science of Sound”
New Albums

Deep Energy Orchestra Unites Cultures and Virtuosos on “The Science of Sound”

Bassist Jason Everett’s Deep Energy Orchestra brings global influences and world-class players together on "The Science of Sound."

Marek Bero’s New Book “Bass Reels” Delivers Epic Licks for the Social Media Era
Sheet Music & Instruction

Marek Bero’s New Book “Bass Reels” Delivers Epic Licks for the Social Media Era

Bass Gym’s Marek Bero releases "Bass Reels," a new book of short funk, rock, and jazz bass licks designed for players and the social media era.

Hot Tuna Rides Again With 2025 Tour To Celebrate Jorma Kaukonen’s 85th Birthday
Concerts & Tours

Hot Tuna Rides Again With 2025 Tour To Celebrate Jorma Kaukonen’s 85th Birthday

Hot Tuna hits the road as Jack Casady helps Jorma Kaukonen mark his 85th birthday with a nationwide acoustic tour and special shows.

Norwood Fisher Turns 60 with an All-Star Lineup: Flea, Vernon Reid, Stephen Perkins, and More
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Norwood Fisher Turns 60 with an All-Star Lineup: Flea, Vernon Reid, Stephen Perkins, and More

Norwood Fisher’s 60th birthday bash brings an all-star lineup including Flea, Vernon Reid, and Corey Glover for a night of funk and rock.

Cheap Trick and Tom Petersson Reveal 21st Album “All Washed Up” With First Single
New Albums

Cheap Trick and Tom Petersson Reveal 21st Album “All Washed Up” With First Single

Cheap Trick return with their 21st studio album, All Washed Up, featuring the new single “Twelve Gates.” Out November 14 on CD, vinyl, and digital.

Christian McBride’s “Without Further Ado, Vol. 1” Arrives with All-Star Guests and Major Tour
New Albums

Christian McBride’s “Without Further Ado, Vol. 1” Arrives with All-Star Guests and Major Tour

Christian McBride returns with "Without Further Ado, Vol. 1," featuring Sting, Samara Joy, and more — plus a major tour through 2026.

Mudvayne Release First Song in 16 Years as Ryan Martinie’s Bass Roars Back
New Albums

Mudvayne Release First Song in 16 Years as Ryan Martinie’s Bass Roars Back

Mudvayne return after 16 years with “Hurt People Hurt People,” featuring Ryan Martinie’s roaring bass and the band’s signature sound.