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The Wood Brothers have announced a new set of tour dates to close out 2024. The band, anchored by bass great Chris Wood, will be playing 17 concerts this fall across the Eastern Seaboard and the South.

For the first time in nearly a decade, former Rolling Stones bassist Bill Wyman has announced a new studio album. “Drive My Car” will arrive on August 9th to mark his first ninth solo effort.

One of the most exciting tours of the year is BEAT, which will feature Adrian Belew, Tony Levin, Danny Carey, and Steve Vai performing music from King Crimson’s ’80s era. The band scheduled a run from September 12th to November 10th, but now they’ve announced a whole new leg due to popular demand.

Nirvana bassist Krist Novoselic has had several projects over the years, and now he’s unveiled a new one. His new group, Bona Fide Band, features himself on bass with Screaming Trees drummer Mark Pickerel, vocalists Jillian Raye and Jennifer Johnson, and guitarist Kathy Moore.

Whenever Tim Lefebvre, Nate Smith, and Jason Lindner get together, it’s magic. The experimental trio’s sonic explorations are pushing the envelope of improvised music. That’s why you’d better be sure to catch them on their upcoming tour.

After the tragic passing of bassist Trish Doan in 2017, Kittle drummer Mercedes Lander stated she was unsure of the band’s future. The resurgence of nu metal a few years later would bring them back together. Former bassist Ivana “Ivy” Jenkins (née Vujic) is back in the fold.

Get ready to work up a sweat, because Joe Hubbard has launched a new instructional book. “Intense Bass Warm-Up Guide” aims to help elevate your technique while getting you ready for the gig.

Lake Street Dive has released their new album, “Good Together,” which expands on their sound as each member contributed to the music in its earliest stages. They gathered in drummer Mike Calabrese’s Vermont home to work together from the beginning.

Bassist and composer Orlando le Fleming has released a new album with his band Romantic Funk called “Wandering Talk.” The project continues to pay homage to the fusion of the ’70s and ’80s while bringing modern sensibilities.

Karina Rykman is heading out on the road again this fall for a headline tour that will run from September 20th into December. The dates will be punctuated by festival appearances and support slots for My Morning Jacket.

Bootsy Collins has announced a new solo album. “Album of the Year #1 Funkateer” will mark the funk legend’s 23rd studio record.

After releasing Origin Story back in April, Derek Frank is taking his show on the road. The bassist, who is also known for his work with Gwen Stefani and Shania Twain, will be leading his band in a run of dates that will focus on the West Coast.