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L7 bassist Jennifer Finch has been diagnosed with aggressive brain cancer and will miss the band's farewell tour as a GoFundMe helps support her care.

Paul McCartney joins The Rolling Stones on “Covered in You,” bringing his bass to the band’s new Andrew Watt-produced album, "Foreign Tongues", out now.

Eric Bass will miss the opening dates of Shinedown's tour as he focuses on his mental health, with Josh Sturm and Zack Mack filling in on bass.

Christian McBride received the Miles Davis Award at the Montreal Jazz Festival, honoring his extraordinary career and contributions to jazz.

FATHERS brings CARRTOONS together with Kenny Beats, Kiefer, and Nate Smith for a groove-heavy debut rooted in jazz, hip-hop, and Brazilian music traditions.

A GoFundMe has launched for bassist Quintin Berry as he prepares for prostate surgery and a recovery period expected to keep him out of work. Learn how to help.

Danny Elfman has confirmed 2026 North American tour dates, with Matt McJunkins joining an all-star band for the fall trek.

Ernie Ball has acquired Source Audio, adding the Massachusetts effects innovator to its family while keeping the pedal company’s existing brand intact.

Esperanza Spalding will tour Europe and the U.S. in 2026 with Matthew Stevens, Eric Doob, and Morgan Guerin, performing music from her nine-album catalog.

Stick Men return with Let’s THRAK Again, a Robert Fripp-sanctioned homage to King Crimson’s THRAK featuring Tony Levin, Pat Mastelotto, and Markus Reuter.

Deep Purple return with "SPLAT!," their 24th studio album, as Roger Glover reveals why Bob Ezrin’s old-string Precision remains his main go-to studio bass.

ZZ Top and Cheap Trick have added Nashville, The Woodlands, and Irving dates to their 2026 tour, featuring Elwood Francis and Tom Petersson.