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Will the Electric Bass Continue to Evolve?
Bass Bench

Will the Electric Bass Continue to Evolve?

In his final Bass Bench, our columnist ponders what innovations will come next.

Charvel Pro-Mod San Dimas PJ IV
Reviews

Charvel Pro-Mod San Dimas PJ IV Review

Bold, minimalist style meets multitudinous tones.

george porter jr the meters
Bassists

George Porter Jr.—Top Dog of New Orleans Funk Bass

Six decades ago, George Porter Jr. invented Crescent City groove music with the Meters. On his new album, Crying for Hope, he's still carrying the grease.

ZZ Top
Bassists

Dusty Hill: 1949–2021

ZZ Top's legendary bassist dies at 72 after more than a half century as the steward of Texas Boogie.

The Legend of Leo Fender
Mod Garage

The Legend of Leo Fender

In honor of Fender's diamond jubilee, let's glimpse back into history to celebrate the man behind the company that started it all.

Pino Palladino and Blake Mills
Artists

Mash of the Titans: Pino Palladino and Blake Mills

The bass and guitar virtuosos' new collaborative album, Notes with Attachments, goes all over the map—and well beyond.