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Young gun Dane Alderson follows Jimmy Haslip and Felix Pastorius as the newest bassist to swarm with the Yellowjackets

Avery Sharpe’s 400 Is A Musical Portrait Of The African American Experience

From the Blue Man Group to Rock of Ages, Oliver Hofer gives us his low down perspective from behind the curtain and in the pit.

From Charli XCX to Hailee Steinfeld to Rod Stewart, Vicky Warwick jet sets and jumps scenes in search of her next bass adventure

In the first of a two-part series, E.E. Bradman takes a comprehensive look at the life of one of the most recorded and influential bassists of all time, Abraham Laboriel.

The legendary player behind Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna revisits his illustrious career on his 75th birthday.

In this edition of his monthly column, Jonathan Herrera reveals the many lessons on life and music he's learned from the great Steve Swallow

Two bass titans from Africa sit down for a discussion about the wealth of talent and grooves coming from their home country.

From Miley Cyrus to Panic at The Disco, Nicole Row takes on every big gig with a sense of poise and rationality.

Rockabilly icons The Stray Cats celebrate 40 years of jumping and jiving with a new album, as Lee Rocker reflects on a lifetime of slapping the double bass.

Michael League Channels His Travels & Growth Into Snarky Puppy’s Vibrant Latest, Immigrance

Nikki Monninger powers Silversun Pickups’ latest album with big riffs and even bigger tones sculpted by acclaimed producer Butch Vig

Jim Roberts takes a look into the relationship between bass guru Anthony Jackson and Fodera Guitars and how the first 6-string bass was spawned

Hard-rocking Rev Jones is known for his work with Michael Schenker and Steelheart, but has finally debuted a solo album of his own.

Scott Shriner and Weezer unleash a new full length and an album of covers to further solidify their role as alternative’s most beloved and prolific band.

Anna took a break from her busy studio, touring, and filming schedule to answer our 10 Questions.

From Yngwie Malmsteen, Steve Vai, and Alcatrazz to his new band, Rock Island Orchestra, Gary Shea reflects on his life in rock.

The rock icon steps into the spotlight with a new solo album and a new line of signature basses.

In working on a followup to Blink-182’s most successful album and splitting time with his new hit duo, Simple Creatures, Hoppus is feeling just as spry as he did 25 years ago.

John Patitucci Journeys To The Core Of His Sound & Spirit On Soul Of The Bass

Bassist, musical director, and producer extraordinaire Stu Brooks unleashes thunderous new albums with Dub Trio and Griz and discusses what it’s like playing in the Saturday Night Live Band.

Master bass shredder Julie Slick discusses her latest album with her low-end duo EchoTest, what it’s like playing with Adrian Belew and Tony Levin, and why thinking is evil.

Graham Maby Supplies Joe Jackson With Soul, Substance & Style

After holding the bass chair with the Go Go’s, Cher, the Bangles, Beck, and many others, Abby Travis’ new original project Sumo Princess brings her to center-stage.

Scott Mulvahill Reimagines The Narrative Of Singer-Songwriter

From a tiny village in Estonia to the big stages of America, Mai Leisz’s musical metamorphosis has led her to play alongside David Crosby, Jackson Browne, and her own jazz fusion band, MaiGroup.

The man behind the low end of Incubus took time out of his busy schedule to answer our 10 Questions

Bass Magazine's Ed Friedland takes a deeper look into Elrick's Gold Series Icon 4-strings

Bass Magazine's own Ed Friedland checks in from the road with The Mavericks from New York, where he visits The Guitar Shop to test out some amazing basses and hang with Mas Hino and Paul Nowinski.

“I’m always busy, because I’m willing to work harder than anyone else. Aside from that, I’m just a shredder bass player who never plays roots and 5ths and was blessed with chops and a good ear.”

With her debut solo album, Adeline is coming into her own as a solo artist.

Bass ninja Robert "Bubby" Lewis took a quick break from his practice regime to answer our 10 Questions.

Victor Wooten Revisits Miles Davis’On the Corner with Dave Liebman & Jeff Coffin