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Nile Welcomes Adam Roethlisberger as Bassist/Vocalist: “The Energy Has Never Been Stronger”
Nile has welcomed Adam Roethlisberger as their new bassist and vocalist following Dan Vadim Von’s departure. He made his live debut on the band’s U.S. tour this month.
Alberto Rigoni and Michael Manring Announce New Bass-Driven Album With Surprise Guest
Alberto Rigoni and Michael Manring are teaming up again for a new bass-driven instrumental album, with a third bassist and drummer to be revealed soon.
Tedeschi Trucks Band Release “Mad Dogs & Englishmen Revisited” Featuring Tim Lefebvre, Leon Russell, and More
Tedeschi Trucks Band’s 2015 all-star tribute with Leon Russell, honoring Joe Cocker’s "Mad Dogs & Englishmen," is out now.
Spinal Tap Returns With “The End Continues”: New Film, New Album, and Big Bottoms
Spinal Tap returns with "The End Continues," a new film and album featuring Elton John, Paul McCartney, Garth Brooks, and more.
Bass Icons Stanley Clarke and Ben Williams Unite for NJPAC Concert November 9
Stanley Clarke *N* 4EVER and bassist Ben Williams will perform at NJPAC on Nov 9 as part of the TD James Moody Jazz Festival.
Paul McCartney’s Long-Lost Höfner Bass Gets Its Own BBC Documentary
Paul McCartney’s legendary Höfner 500/1 bass, stolen in 1972 and found in 2024, takes center stage in the new BBC documentary "The Beatle and the Bass."
Spinal Tap, Thundercat & Tal Wilkenfeld Unleash the Heaviest ‘Big Bottom’ Ever
Spinal Tap, Tal Wilkenfeld, and Thundercat turned “Big Bottom” into a five-bass showcase on Jimmy Kimmel Live. The low end ruled the night.
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
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
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
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”
Glenn Hughes, The Voice of Rock, drops his new album Chosen alongside the groove-heavy single “My Alibi.”











