How the accidental meeting of two of the ’70s and ’80s greatest bass icons – neither recognised by the other – came about in a Tokyo hotel ...

The rhythmic fretwork of the bass guitarist is almost always an essential element in modern music, but when it comes to effects processors, most pedals seem to head for lead guitar stardom. DigiTech ...

Variety, they say, is the spice of life - and when it comes to bass guitar players, there are as many different breeds as you can imagine. Rockers, folkies, prog wizards and many more besides all find ...

The bass is crucial. In many ways, it leads the band. Talk to any bass player and they’ll tell you, if he or she changes up the bass line or rhythm, the group will follow along almost hypnotically, ...

Thank you all for your comments regarding my bass playing. Since so many are interested in this matter, I’d like to share a few thoughts about the subject. I’ve approached playing bass as a bridge ...

We bassists are, perhaps, the least noticed of the traditional four-piece band line-up. Singers and guitarists monopolise the attention up front, and drummers are either the butt of all the jokes or ...

In Little League baseball, coaches often stick the less talented players in right field. And when it comes to rock bands, the group often sticks the less charismatic players with bass guitars. Or at ...

Ian Lees, the bass player for Moving Pictures, has died after a heart attack. Musicians from across Australia have shared tributes honouring his talent, humour and kindness.