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The Jazz Thug: Giulio Xavier Cetto Shows Radical Resilience When Life Throws the Kitchen Sink
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The Jazz Thug: Giulio Xavier Cetto Shows Radical Resilience When Life Throws the Kitchen Sink

After a devastating nerve injury, bassist Giulio Cetto rebuilt his technique, rediscovered his voice, and returned with a deeper musical perspective.

Bassists.com Launches a New Way to Explore the Bass Universe
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Bassists.com Launches a New Way to Explore the Bass Universe

No Treble founder Corey Brown has launched Bassists.com, a new music discovery site featuring bassist profiles, artist connections, discographies, videos, and an interactive map.

Jack White Drops Two New Singles Ahead of This Weekend’s SNL Appearance
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Jack White Drops Two New Singles Ahead of This Weekend’s SNL Appearance

Jack White has released “G.O.D. and the Broken Ribs” and “Derecho Demonico” ahead of his April 4 Saturday Night Live appearance, with Dominic Davis delivering a standout bass moment.

Bill Laswell Needs Our Help: GoFundMe Launched for Visionary Bassist and Producer
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Bill Laswell Needs Our Help: GoFundMe Launched for Visionary Bassist and Producer

A GoFundMe has been launched to support Bill Laswell as the legendary bassist and producer faces ongoing health challenges and mounting living and medical expenses.

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Thundercat Returns With “Distracted,” His Most Expansive Album Yet
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Thundercat Returns With “Distracted,” His Most Expansive Album Yet

Thundercat is back with "Distracted", his first album since 2020. Hear the bass phenom stretch out with guests including Tame Impala, Mac Miller, Lil Yachty, and Willow.

Gov’t Mule Expands 2026 Tour With “Kicking In Your Stall” Summer Run
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Gov’t Mule Expands 2026 Tour With “Kicking In Your Stall” Summer Run

Gov’t Mule has expanded its 2026 tour schedule with the “Kicking In Your Stall” summer run, featuring headlining dates across the U.S. from July through August.

Napalm Death’s Shane Embury Goes Deep on Debut Solo Album “Bridge to Resolution”
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Napalm Death’s Shane Embury Goes Deep on Debut Solo Album “Bridge to Resolution”

Shane Embury has announced his debut solo album, Bridge to Resolution, and shared the first single, “Spasm Prayer.” The album arrives June 26.

Gene Simmons Expands 2026 Solo Tour With New West Coast Shows
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Gene Simmons Expands 2026 Solo Tour With New West Coast Shows

Gene Simmons has added three West Coast solo tour dates for July 2026, with support from Sebastian Bach, Lita Ford, and Quiet Riot on select shows.

Ellefson-Soto Take On FEAR and Elvis Presley in Two Surprise New Covers
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Ellefson-Soto Take On FEAR and Elvis Presley in Two Surprise New Covers

David Ellefson and Jeff Scott Soto have released two new Ellefson-Soto covers, taking on FEAR’s “IDCAY” and Elvis Presley’s “Jailhouse Rock.”

Miroslav Vitous Returns with First ECM Album as Leader in a Decade, “Mountain Call”
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Miroslav Vitous Returns with First ECM Album as Leader in a Decade, “Mountain Call”

Miroslav Vitous has returned with "Mountain Call", his first ECM album as a leader in a decade, featuring Jack DeJohnette, Michel Portal, and Esperanza Spalding.

Paul McCartney Announces The Boys of Dungeon Lane, Shares Reflective New Song “Days We Left Behind”
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Paul McCartney Announces The Boys of Dungeon Lane, Shares Reflective New Song “Days We Left Behind”

Paul McCartney has announced his new solo album, The Boys of Dungeon Lane, due May 29, and shared the nostalgic lead single “Days We Left Behind.”

311 and Dirty Heads Reunite for 2026 “So Glad You Made It” Tour
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311 and Dirty Heads Reunite for 2026 “So Glad You Made It” Tour

311 and Dirty Heads will reunite for the 2026 “So Glad You Made It” Tour, a summer run across North America featuring P-Nut, David Foral, and more.