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Michael League Leads Snarky Puppy on 2026 U.S. Tour Celebrating “Somni”
Concerts & Tours

Michael League Leads Snarky Puppy on 2026 U.S. Tour Celebrating “Somni”

Snarky Puppy will tour the U.S. this fall in support of "Somni," their second collaboration with the Metropole Orchestra, led by bassist Michael League.

Nine Inch Nails Reloads the Low End With Stu Brooks for 2026 “Peel It Back” Tour
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Nine Inch Nails Reloads the Low End With Stu Brooks for 2026 “Peel It Back” Tour

Nine Inch Nails have added Stu Brooks as their new touring bassist for the 2026 “Peel It Back” tour. The seasoned player joins the band after a long lineage of elite NIN bassists.

Ron Carter Explores Jazz-Gospel Roots with Ricky Dillard on “Sweet, Sweet Spirit”
New Albums

Ron Carter Explores Jazz-Gospel Roots with Ricky Dillard on “Sweet, Sweet Spirit”

Ron Carter unveils "Sweet, Sweet Spirit," a jazz-gospel album with choirmaster Ricky Dillard honoring the hymns of his childhood and his late mother.

Gov’t Mule Expands 2026 Tour as Kevin Scott Powers a New Spring Run
Concerts & Tours

Gov’t Mule Expands 2026 Tour as Kevin Scott Powers a New Spring Run

Gov’t Mule expands its 2026 tour with a new spring run across the Midwest and Southeast, powered by bassist Kevin Scott.

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Photo Set: Mike Dirnt and Green Day at the Bass Magazine Awards
Concerts & Tours

Photo Set: Mike Dirnt and Green Day at the Bass Magazine Awards

A massive photo set capturing Mike Dirnt’s Lifetime Achievement Award moment and Green Day’s live performance at the Bass Magazine Awards.

Thundercat Announces “Distracted,” His First New Album Since 2020
New Albums

Thundercat Announces “Distracted,” His First New Album Since 2020

Thundercat announces "Distracted," his first album since 2020, featuring Tame Impala, Lil Yachty, A$AP Rocky, and more. Out April 3.

Native Instruments Enters Preliminary Insolvency Proceedings
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Native Instruments Enters Preliminary Insolvency Proceedings

Native Instruments has entered preliminary insolvency proceedings in Germany, with restructuring plans underway.

Jon von Boehm Announces New Album Reflections, Shares Urgent New Single “Not Today”
New Albums

Jon von Boehm Announces New Album Reflections, Shares Urgent New Single “Not Today”

Nashville bassist Jon von Boehm previews his upcoming album "Reflections" with the cinematic new single “Not Today.”

Tedeschi Trucks Band Fire Up 2026 With New Album “Future Soul” and Massive Tour
New Albums

Tedeschi Trucks Band Fire Up 2026 With New Album “Future Soul” and Massive Tour

Tedeschi Trucks Band fire up a new chapter with Future Soul and an extensive North American tour in 2026.

Les Claypool Announces “Claypool Gold” Tour Featuring Primus, Frog Brigade, and Claypool Lennon Delirium
Concerts & Tours

Les Claypool Announces “Claypool Gold” Tour Featuring Primus, Frog Brigade, and Claypool Lennon Delirium

Les Claypool announces the “Claypool Gold” tour, performing nightly with Primus, The Claypool Lennon Delirium, and Fearless Flying Frog Brigade, plus a new song and album tease.

From the NAMM Floor: No Treble’s Daily Coverage for Bass Players
Events

From the NAMM Floor: No Treble’s Daily Coverage for Bass Players

No Treble is heading to NAMM and will be on the floor all week sharing bass gear news, artist sightings, and key updates as they happen.

Michael League Explores New Rhythmic Ground on “Elipsis” with Antonio Sánchez and Pedro Martinez
New Albums

Michael League Explores New Rhythmic Ground on “Elipsis” with Antonio Sánchez and Pedro Martinez

Snarky Puppy bassist Michael League releases "Elipsis," a six-song trio album with Antonio Sánchez and Pedro Martinez blending deep-rooted traditions, improvisation, and global rhythm.