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Sandberg Founder Holger Stonjek Chronicles 40 Years of Bass History in New Book
Published: April 28, 2026 19:00
Sandberg Guitars founder Holger Stonjek has released "The Face of Bass," a 154-page book chronicling the company’s 40-year journey from a cowshed workshop to a global bass brand.
Donny Benét Dials In a ’59 P-Bass & a Vintage Ken Smith for “Midnight Appointment”
Published: April 28, 2026 16:00
A 1959 Fender P-Bass sets the mood as Donny Benét leans into a Paul Jackson-inspired groove that pulls you in and holds you there.
"Wilco Live (Yellow)" Captures John Stirratt’s Warm, Inventive Bass Lines
Published: April 28, 2026 13:06
Wilco has released "Wilco Live (Yellow)," a 22-song live collection featuring performances from 2019 to 2024 and bassist John Stirratt’s melodic approach.
Inside Geddy Lee’s New Custom Rickenbacker 4000V Bass for Rush’s Return
Published: April 27, 2026 19:25
Rickenbacker reveals a custom 4000V bass built for Geddy Lee ahead of Rush’s reunion tour, featuring vintage specs, unique finishes, and classic pickups.
Radiohead’s “Everything In Its Right Place” Gets a Live Jazz Overhaul
Published: April 27, 2026 16:00
A one-take jazz version of Radiohead’s “Everything In Its Right Place” features upright bassist Bob DeBoo shaping the groove and pushing the band.
FruitFX Space Cube Combines Square-Wave Fuzz With PLL Madness
Published: April 27, 2026 14:00
FruitFX Pedals has introduced the Space Cube, a hand-assembled fuzz pedal that combines square-wave fuzz with a PLL for synth-like tones.
D’Metri Basses HJJ 21-5: A Headless Bass Built for the Modern Player
Published: April 27, 2026 05:59
D’Metri Bass Guitars is a new company that is based in Chicago, Illinois. This new company has built its first United States built bass, a headless model HJJ 21-5. The model name is derived from the fact that both pickups are jazz type pickups; the neck…
Weekly Top 10: Harley Benton, Sunn Amps, Serek Basses, and More
Published: April 26, 2026 19:00
Harley Benton’s BassTheWorld Signature bass, Sunn Amps’ Beta Mini, Serek Basses, Todd Rundgren, Thundercat, and more make this week’s top 10 list.
Nate Mendel Keeps It Heavy on “Caught In the Echo” with Foo Fighters ON SNL UK
Published: April 26, 2026 16:00
This SNL UK performance of Caught In the Echo finds Nate Mendel keeping Foo Fighters tight with a steady, focused groove.
Ringo Starr Returns with "Long Long Road," Featuring Dennis Crouch and Nashville All-Stars
Published: April 26, 2026 14:09
Ringo Starr releases "Long Long Road," his 22nd solo album, featuring T Bone Burnett, Sheryl Crow, and bassist Dennis Crouch anchoring the warm, country-driven sound.
Foo Fighters Kick Off a New Chapter With “Your Favorite Toy”
https://www.notreble.com/buzz/2026/04/25/foo-fighters-kick-off-a-new-chapter-with-your-favorite-toy/
Published: April 25, 2026 23:00
Foo Fighters are back with Your Favorite Toy, their first album since 2023’s emotional But Here We Are. Their 12th studio effort is described as a new chapter in the band’s history, marked by a brash tonal center and punk rock club energy. That sound is…
Wes Stephenson Takes a Standout Solo on “Slide Rule” with Mark Lettieri Group
Published: April 25, 2026 16:00
Mark Lettieri Group locks into Slide Rule before Wes Stephenson steps out with a standout solo and sub octave groove.
Panda Audio Future Impact V4.5 Adds DX7 Bass Sounds and Zero Latency Mode
Published: April 25, 2026 13:00
Panda Audio has released the Future Impact V4.5 firmware update, adding 99 DX7 FM presets, Setlist mode, and a new Zero Latency pitch tracking option.
Neural DSP Introduces Darkglass Ultimate, a Studio-Ready Bass Rig Plugin
Published: April 24, 2026 19:00
Neural DSP has introduced Darkglass Ultimate, a revamped bass plugin that expands Darkglass Ultra into a complete studio-ready rig.
Watch J.M. Popo Tackle Chick Corea’s “Spain” in a High-Energy Trio Setting
Published: April 24, 2026 16:00
J.M. “Popo” powers through “Spain” on a custom STR 6-string, blending precision, energy, and a tight solo in this modern trio performance.
GoFundMe Launched for Bluegrass Bass Icon Todd Phillips After Rare Nerve Damage Sidelines Him
Published: April 24, 2026 13:00
A GoFundMe has been launched for bluegrass bass legend Todd Phillips after Parsonage-Turner syndrome left him unable to play and out of work for more than a year.
Walrus Audio’s Highpoint Compressor Brings Bass-Friendly Control and Big Headroom
Published: April 23, 2026 19:00
Walrus Audio has introduced the Highpoint Analog Optical Compressor, a new Monarch series pedal with sidechain high-pass filtering, parallel compression, and ±15V internal operation.
Mick Jagger Goes Solo in Tokyo and Doug Wimbish Holds It Down All Night
Published: April 23, 2026 16:00
Mick Jagger’s Tokyo Dome run just resurfaced and Doug Wimbish is all over it, aggressive, locked in, and pushing the whole band
Jason Newsted Hits the Road with The Chophouse Band’s First Headlining Tour
Published: April 23, 2026 13:00
Jason Newsted will take The Chophouse Band on its first headlining tour this July, with support dates for Blackberry Smoke and two nights at the Ryman.
Build Better Bass Lines with Dead Notes and Approach Notes
https://www.notreble.com/buzz/2026/04/22/build-better-bass-lines-with-dead-notes-and-approach-notes/
Published: April 22, 2026 19:00
Build better bass lines with dead notes and approach notes. This lesson breaks down how to add groove, connect chords, and create more musical bass lines using simple techniques.
Darkglass Expands Anagram With New Plugin Marketplace for Effects, Amp Sims, and More
Published: April 22, 2026 13:20
Darkglass Electronics has launched the Anagram Marketplace, adding third-party plugins, amp sims, and creative tools to its multi-effects platform.
Thundercat Lifts “Walking on the Moon” Into Orbit on Fallon
https://www.notreble.com/buzz/2026/04/22/thundercat-lifts-walking-on-the-moon-into-orbit-on-fallon/
Published: April 22, 2026 06:29
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
Published: April 21, 2026 19:00
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.