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Zakk Wylde’s Black Sabbath tribute trio, Zakk Sabbath, is about to hit the road for two months and has just revealed their next album, “Doomed Forever Forever Doomed.”

At long last, Peter Gabriel’s “i/o” is available. A decade in the making, Gabriel has been drip-feeding fans new singles during full moons.

The inimitable Bobby Vega has unleashed a new solo album called “What Cha Got,” which is something of a musical self-portrait. Teeming with masterful grooves, the album combines elements of many genres for a mix that Vega admits eschews simple categorization.

It’s been 40 years since This Is Spinal Tap spoofed and celebrated the madness of rock and roll, and now director Rob Reiner has revealed a proper sequel is in the works.

After taking a break from the band earlier this year, Jimbo Hart has announced that he has officially left Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit. The bassist, who co-founded the group with the songwriter, made the announcement on X.

After appearing on stages and albums for the world’s most famous artists, acclaimed bassist and producer Adam Blackstone released his debut solo album, “Legacy,” in 2022. Now he’s released his first Christmas album with “A Legacy Christmas.”

Earlier this year, toy manufacturer Super7 launched a Cliff Burton figure. Now they’re bringing the funk with a new version of the Bootsy Collins ReAction figure.

Oscar Peterson’s widow Kelly Peterson has been committed to keeping the jazz pianist’s legacy alive ever since his passing in 2007. Now the latest album has been released as “Con Alma: The Oscar Peterson Trio – Live in Lugano, 1964,” with Ray Brown on bass.

The Rolling Stones just released an epic new album called “Hackney Diamonds,” and now they’re ready to hit the road to share it with fans. The rock icons have announced a 16-city North American stadium tour.

Although some extended techniques have been around for quite some time, the use of more intricate approaches has become more prevalent in modern music. That’s why bassist and educator Sean Fairchild has launched a new lesson series called “Modern Bass Applications.”

Two of the most influential bands of the ’70s are teaming up once again for a co-headlining tour next summer. Chicago and Earth, Wind, & Fire have announced the Heart & Soul 2024 Tour that will take the groups from coast to coast across North America.

Michael Anthony will be on the road again next year with Sammy Hagar, Jason Bonham, and Joe Satriani for the “Best of All Worlds” tour. The outing will coincide with the 20th Anniversary of Van Halen’s greatest hits record, “Best of Both Worlds.”