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Legendary session bassist Leland Sklar was inducted into the Musicians Hall of Fame in Nashville, joining the 2026 class alongside Michael McDonald, Keith Urban, Dann Huff, and more.

Les Claypool and Sean Ono Lennon unveil "The Great Parrot-Ox and the Golden Egg of Empathy," a psychedelic concept album exploring A.I., empathy, and free will.

Geese have announced their 2026 “Getting Killed Again” tour with dates across Europe and North America, including a new fall headlining run.

Wolfgang Van Halen’s Mammoth has announced summer 2026 tour dates in support of "The End", with Ronnie Ficarro handling live bass duties.

Sandberg Guitars founder Holger Stonjek has released "The Face of Bass," a 154-page book chronicling the company’s 40-year journey from a cowshed workshop to a global bass brand.

Wilco has released "Wilco Live (Yellow)," a 22-song live collection featuring performances from 2019 to 2024 and bassist John Stirratt’s melodic approach.

Ringo Starr releases "Long Long Road," his 22nd solo album, featuring T Bone Burnett, Sheryl Crow, and bassist Dennis Crouch anchoring the warm, country-driven sound.

Foo Fighters are back with Your Favorite Toy, their first album since 2023’s emotional But Here We Are. Their 12th studio effort is described as a new chapter in the band’s history, marked by a brash tonal center and punk rock club energy. That sound is encapsulated in the title track, which kicked off the entire project. “‘Your Favorite Toy’...

A GoFundMe has been launched for bluegrass bass legend Todd Phillips after Parsonage-Turner syndrome left him unable to play and out of work for more than a year.

Jason Newsted will take The Chophouse Band on its first headlining tour this July, with support dates for Blackberry Smoke and two nights at the Ryman.

Newly released recordings from Oscar Peterson’s 1960 Baker’s Keyboard Lounge engagement capture Ray Brown at his swinging, lyrical best with Ed Thigpen.

Anthony Wellington has announced Bassology Around the World Las Vegas 2026, an eight-night instructional trip featuring classes, private lessons, and excursions.