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Bootsy Collins and Buckethead Recruit Bass All-Stars for “Metal Health”
Bootsy Collins and Buckethead explore funk, metal, and mental health on a new album featuring Robert Trujillo, Victor Wooten, and more.
Janek Gwizdala Shares His Complete Method for Transcribing Music
Janek Gwizdala teaches musicians how to bridge hearing and playing in "How to Transcribe," a 167-page book with audio, video, quizzes, and challenges for all.
Marmozets Part Ways with Bassist and Co-Founder Sam Macintyre
Marmozets have parted ways with bassist Sam Macintyre, a founding member and brother of singer Becca Bottomley and drummer Josh Macintyre, the band says.
Haken Recruits Bryan Beller and Adam “Nolly” Getgood for New EP
Haken’s new EP, in a fever dream, features bassists Bryan Beller and Adam “Nolly” Getgood. Hear the songs and see the band’s 2026 European tour dates.
Don Was to Celebrate Detroit and the Grateful Dead on Fall Tour
Don Was and the Pan-Detroit Ensemble announce fall tour dates featuring their debut album and a full performance of the Grateful Dead’s Blues for Allah.
Bad Brains’ Darryl Jenifer Reimagines His Roots on “The Weather Channel”
Darryl Jenifer expands beyond his Bad Brains roots on The Weather Channel, an adventurous instrumental album blending punk, dub, R&B, and improvisation.
Tim Lefebvre Joins Melissa Etheridge’s Touring Band for 2026 Dates
Melissa Etheridge has tapped acclaimed bassist Tim Lefebvre for her 2026 tour, including co-headlining summer concerts with Wynonna Judd.
Cliff Burton’s Legacy Comes to Life in New Immersive 3D Museum
The Cliff Burton Estate and KnuckleBonz have announced a 3D digital museum and a limited-edition Rock Iconz statue honoring the bassist.
Black Flag Unleashes Massive Coast-to-Coast Fall 2026 Tour
Black Flag has announced an extensive fall 2026 U.S. tour featuring Greg Ginn, Max Zanelly, Bryce Weston, and bassist David Rodriguez.
Meshell Ndegeocello Announces Star-Studded Covers Album “Synonym”
Meshell Ndegeocello will release Synonym on October 2nd, reimagining classic songs with Cynthia Erivo, Chaka Khan, Laura Lee, WILLOW, and more guests.
Thundercat Announces 32-Date “Distracted AF” North American Tour
Thundercat has mapped out a fall North American tour supporting “Distracted,” beginning October 2nd in Miami and wrapping December 11th in Austin.
Mastodon Announces New Album, Shares “Snakes for Dinner” Featuring Josh Homme
Mastodon returns August 28th with Marrow Deep, its first album in five years. Watch Troy Sanders tear through “Snakes for Dinner” with Josh Homme today.











