Bassist Dawn Drake… One of the reasons I love playing bass is the fact that it is a percussive and melodic instrument all at the same...
The Dragon Bass by BITE Guitars… Made in Austria, the Dragon Bass is aggressive and yet elegant looking at the same time. A true monster, with...
As a multi disciplinary artist for over 40 years one of the main things today is being able to record and mix your own ideas and...
Welcome to 123 Bass 2020, a lesson on finishing what you started. Four years ago, I released my first solo 12-string bass video called 123 Bass,...
The quarter-note occupies a deceptively modest place in the pecking order of musical rhythms. You might even think that since you are getting along rather well...
PATTERN-SEEKING ANIMALS To Release “Prehensile Tales” The California-based band featuring Ted Leonard (lead vocals & guitars), Jimmy Keegan (drums & vocals), Dave Meros (bass) and John...
When it comes to working with a team, a band, or any kind of co-workers it is not always that obvious or possible to become a...
This month we will cover the importance of proper wrist position to avoid injury while playing bass.
Matthew Jamal Releases Itinerant… After performing with artists Wycliffe Gordon, Damien Sneed, and Billy Childs, Matthew Jamal is releasing his debut solo EP titled Itinerant on...
In the minds of musicians the world over it hasn’t quite been determined which sound rankles them more: a three-note bass chord wreaking havoc in the...
Hal Leonard’s Building Walking Bass Lines by Ed Friedland is a great addition to the bass books available from Hal Leonard. This book is great for...
Bassist Alex Dixon, The Real McCoy Extending a blues tradition that runs deep in his blood, Alex Dixon —producer, bassist, pianist, and grandson of the late master songwriter,...
NEW DOCUMENTARY IN PRODUCTION: IMMEDIATE FAMILY FOLLOWS UP ON THE ACCLAIMED DOC THE WRECKING CREW Photo: The Immediate Family. L-R: Russ Kunkel, Steve Postell, Danny Kortchmar,...
Updated Feb 6, 2020 ALBERTO RIGONI Announces Solo Guitarist And Keyboard Player Alexandra Zerner To “Odd Times” Line-Up! Just recently, Italian bass master and composer ALBERTO...
Bassist Frankie Sil… I thought it would be appropriate to kick off 2020’s interviews with New Years Day bassist, Frankie Sil! Join me as we hear...
