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Former Basie Vocalist Dennis Rowland Releases New Memoir During Jazz Appreciation Month
As the jazz world observes Jazz Appreciation Month, former Count Basie Orchestra vocalist Dennis Rowland is releasing a new memoir reflecting on the musical and leadership lessons from his years with the legendary orchestra. Dennis Rowland’s new book release April 1 for Jazz Awareness Month, Keeping the Beat: What Count Basie Taught Me About Music, Mentorship and Leadership. Available on…
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GIBSON UNLEASHES THE NEW THUNDERBIRD BASS AVAILABLE WORLDWIDE NOW ON GIBSON.COM
Gibson, the iconic American instrument brand, proudly announces the worldwide release of the new Gibson Thunderbird™ Bass, arriving worldwide in two striking finishes: Ebony and Tobacco Burst Perimeter. First introduced in 1963, the original Thunderbird was unlike anything the music world had ever seen. Designed by renowned automotive designer Ray Dietrich—who also created the Gibson Firebird™—the bass featured a bold, curvaceous,…
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EPIPHONE UNVEILS THE MIKE DIRNT GRABBER G-3 BASS
Epiphone is proud to announce the launch of the Mike Dirnt Grabber G-3, a signature bass created in collaboration with legendary Green Day bassist Mike Dirnt. This modern revival of the legendary Gibson Grabber G-3 pays homage to the instrument that helped shape the sound of punk rock’s explosion from the underground—including its iconic role in Green Day’s landmark 1994 album, Dookie, which recently celebrated its 30th anniversary. Mike Dirnt continues…
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Epiphone: Jack Casady Fretless Bass Available Worldwide on Epiphone.com
For over 150 years, Epiphone has been a leading innovator in instrument design. By leveraging its iconic past and leaning into the future, Epiphone has set the stage for the next era of sound for present and future generations. Epiphone is proud to continue its longest signature artist partnership with the legendary bass player, Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductee, and founding member of Jefferson Airplane and Hot Tuna, Jack Casady. Designed by Jack Casady and Epiphone, the new Jack…
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Gibson Launches Gene Simmons EB-0 Bass Available Worldwide on Gibson.com
Gibson, the iconic American instrument brand continues its multi-year partnership with Gene Simmons–international rock legend and co-founder of KISS, America’s #1 gold record award-winning group of all time, in all categories (RIAA)–to create the new Gene Simmons EB-0 Bass. The Gene Simmons EB-0 Bass is inspired by the same Bass that Gene played with KISS in the 1970s. The new Gene Simmons EB-0 Bass is a limited-edition run of 100 guitars and is available worldwide at authorized Gibson Custom…
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Epiphone: Newport Bass and El Capitan J-200 Studio Bass Now Available Worldwide on Epiphone.com
For 150 years, Epiphone has been a leading innovator in instrument design. By leveraging its iconic past and leaning into the future, Epiphone has now set the stage for the next era of sound for present and future generations. Epiphone is proud to announce the Newport Bass and the El Capitan J-200 are now available worldwide at authorized Epiphone dealers and on www.epiphone.com. The Epiphone Newport Bass is an all-original design that debuted in 1961. The…
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FENDER UNVEILS AMERICAN VINTAGE II SERIES OF ELECTRIC GUITARS AND BASSES – FAITHFUL RECREATIONS OF ITS MOST ICONIC MODELS FROM THE `50s, `60s &`70s THAT INSPIRED MUSIC CULTURE
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) today announced the American Vintage II Series, an electric guitar and bass line celebrating Fender’s iconic models through the decades, equipped with authentic specifications and aesthetics for lovers of vintage-inspired style and sound. During the monumental musical decades of the `50s, `60s and `70s, Fender forever reshaped the sonic landscape with its innovative electric guitar and bass…
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Gibson and Gene Simmons Announce: Gene Simmons G² Thunderbird Bass
Gibson, the iconic, American instrument brand has partnered with Gene Simmons–international rock legend and co-founder of KISS, America’s #1 gold record award-winning group of all time, in all categories (RIAA)–to create the new Gene Simmons G² Thunderbird Bass. The Gene Simmons G² Thunderbird Bass (pronounced G-squared) defines the merging of two music icons and will bring multiple electric guitar and bass collections across Gibson Brands including Gibson, Epiphone, and Kramer. The first-ever signature artist…
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FENDER UNVEILS PLAYER PLUS METEORA® GUITAR MODELS, DESIGNED FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE, SONIC ENTHUSIASTS
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) today continues its expansion and industry-defining innovation with the top-selling Player Plus series, launching the Player Plus Meteora® HH guitar and Player Plus Active Meteora® Bass. First introduced as a limited run in 2018, the Meteora is the latest model in Fender’s 75 year-long track record of creating visually stunning and amazingly playable guitars. The futuristic Meteora now joins…
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GIBSON AND ROCK ICON GENE SIMMONS ENTER JOINT VENTURE TO LAUNCH G²
NASHVILLE, TN (January 8, 2021) Gibson, the iconic American guitar brand, has entered into a joint venture with Gene Simmons, international rock legend and co-founder of KISS, America’s #1 gold record award-winning group of all time, in all categories (RIAA), to create G². G², from Gene to Gibson, will introduce new collections of right and left-handed electric guitars and basses across Gibson’s Gibson, Epiphone and Kramer brands, and develop new entertainment content that…
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