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Jazz Great John Clayton Loses Home and Instruments in Wildfires – Here’s How You Can Help
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Jazz Great John Clayton Loses Home and Instruments in Wildfires – Here’s How You Can Help

Jazz legend John Clayton has lost his home, treasured instruments—including a historic bass once owned by Ray Brown—and a lifetime of music in the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. Learn how you can support Clayton and his family during this difficult time.

Envy of None Announces “Stygian Wavz” Album and Genre-Defying New Track
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Envy of None Announces “Stygian Wavz” Album and Genre-Defying New Track

Envy of None, featuring Alex Lifeson and Andy Curran, announces their new album "Stygian Wavz" with a captivating single that pushes genre boundaries.

Bob Hardy Delivers Urgency to Franz Ferdinand’s “The Human Fear”
New Albums

Bob Hardy Delivers Urgency to Franz Ferdinand’s “The Human Fear”

Bob Hardy brings intensity to Franz Ferdinand’s “The Human Fear,” an album exploring fear and strength.

Ringo Starr Taps Nashville’s Best, Including Bassist Dennis Crouch, for “Look Up”
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Ringo Starr Taps Nashville’s Best, Including Bassist Dennis Crouch, for “Look Up”

Ringo Starr returns to his country roots with "Look Up," featuring Nashville greats like bassist Dennis Crouch, Billy Strings, Alison Krauss, and Larkin Poe.

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Gene Simmons Expands 2025 Tour, Takes Fan Song Requests on Social Media
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Gene Simmons Expands 2025 Tour, Takes Fan Song Requests on Social Media

KISS bassist Gene Simmons has expanded his upcoming solo band tour, adding new spring 2025 dates with guitarists Brent Woods and Jason Walker, and drummer Brian Tichy. The 19-city trek spans from California to Canada.

Rediscovered Neil Young Album from 1977 Shines a Spotlight on Bass Legend Joe Osborn
New Albums

Rediscovered Neil Young Album from 1977 Shines a Spotlight on Bass Legend Joe Osborn

Neil Young's unreleased 1977 recording "Oceanside Countryside" features session bass legend Joe Osborn during his Nashville period, capturing the same magic heard on "Comes a Time."

Win Big for a Cause: Bass Upfront’s Charity Raffle Supports Musicians
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Win Big for a Cause: Bass Upfront’s Charity Raffle Supports Musicians

Celebrate the bass community and make a difference! Bass Upfront’s 25,000 Member Charity Raffle offers incredible prizes - including a Dingwall bass and premium gear - all while supporting MusiCares, a charity helping musicians in need.

Jane’s Addiction Members Tease New Music—But Without Perry Farrell
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Jane’s Addiction Members Tease New Music—But Without Perry Farrell

Jane’s Addiction’s on-stage meltdown this summer quickly put an end to their reunion tour featuring their first run with the original members in 14 years. Now it looks like the band is working together again, seemingly without vocalist Perry Farrell.

Janek Gwizdala Celebrates 20 Years of “Mystery to Me” with All-New Bass Parts and Remixes
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Janek Gwizdala Celebrates 20 Years of “Mystery to Me” with All-New Bass Parts and Remixes

It’s been two decades since Janek Gwizdala first stepped out as a band leader and he’s celebrating with a reissue of "Mystery to Me" with updated bass parts.

“Heavy Drops”: Adam Ben Ezra’s Genre-Defying Album Set for February 2024
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“Heavy Drops”: Adam Ben Ezra’s Genre-Defying Album Set for February 2024

Adam Ben Ezra has a flair for reimagining how to play the bass. He’s been wowing audiences for the past decade, and that will continue into the new year with his upcoming release, "Heavy Drops."

Nevermore’s Dramatic Comeback: Could You Be Their Next Bassist?
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Nevermore’s Dramatic Comeback: Could You Be Their Next Bassist?

Another epic metal band is reuniting for 2025, and you could be part of it. Jeff Loomis and Van Williams of Nevermore have announced they’re bringing the group back fourteen years after it disbanded. For the reunion, they’re looking for a bassist that can keep things tight.

Vincenzo Virgillito’s “Precondition”: A Groundbreaking Bass Journey Honoring Mingus and Jaco
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Vincenzo Virgillito’s “Precondition”: A Groundbreaking Bass Journey Honoring Mingus and Jaco

Vincenzo Virgillito’s Precondition highlights bass innovation with tributes to Mingus and Jaco, crafted without overdubs and featuring double, electric, and fretless basses.