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Thundercat Lifts “Walking on the Moon” Into Orbit on Fallon
Thundercat delivers “Walking on the Moon” on Fallon, a spacey performance pulled from his latest album Distracted.
Sunn Amps Unveils Beta Mini 200-Watt Amp with Dual Channels for Bass or Guitar
Sunn Amps has launched the Beta Mini, a 200-watt compact amp head with dual channels, analog MOSFET design, and bass/guitar voicing for just 3.9 pounds.
Cory Wong’s “Ain’t It Fun” Is a Pocket Clinic, Thanks in Part to Yohannes Tona on Bass
Cory Wong's live take on “Ain’t It Fun,” with Tema Siegel on vocals and Yohannes Tona driving the pocket on 5-string Jazz Bass.
Oscar Peterson’s Lost 1960 Baker’s Keyboard Lounge Recordings Spotlight Ray Brown at His Peak
Newly released recordings from Oscar Peterson’s 1960 Baker’s Keyboard Lounge engagement capture Ray Brown at his swinging, lyrical best with Ed Thigpen.
Exclusive Interview: Dave Marks on Playing Bass for Hans Zimmer
In this interview, Dave Marks talks tone, touring, and stepping into the Hans Zimmer show with just days to prepare.
Bass of the Week: Serek’s 32-Inch Five-String Midwestern 2 Nails Comfort and Tone
This week’s Bass of the Week is a five-string Serek Midwestern 2 with a 32-inch scale, mahogany build, ebony fingerboard, and Nordstrand Zen Blades.
Chicago Soundcheck: Derek Frank Warms Up with a Wah-Driven Bass Line
What starts as a soundcheck becomes a deep pocket groove as Derek Frank leans into a wah soaked bass line with full band interplay. (
Todd Rundgren Auctions Rare Danelectro Longhorn Bass Used on “A Wizard, a True Star”
Todd Rundgren is auctioning a rare Danelectro Longhorn bass used on his 1973 album "A Wizard, a True Star" to support music education through the Spirit of Harmony Foundation.
Anthony Wellington Is Taking Bassology to Las Vegas in 2026
Anthony Wellington has announced Bassology Around the World Las Vegas 2026, an eight-night instructional trip featuring classes, private lessons, and excursions.
Billy Talent Channels Rush Energy on New “Limelight” Studio Cover
Billy Talent shares their version of Rush’s “Limelight,” featuring a strong vocal performance and a Jazz Bass tone that stays true to the original feel.
Fender Vintera III Leads This Week’s Top 10 Bass Stories
Fender’s Vintera III series leads this week’s top bass stories, alongside Dogstar’s new single, Rock Hall inductees, and more must-read bass news.
Harley Benton Teams With BassTheWorld for Its Most Refined J-Style Bass Yet
Harley Benton teams up with BassTheWorld’s Gregor Fris for the MV-4JB Plus Signature bass, featuring Kloppmann pickups, premium woods, and high-end appointments.