Appreciating the Genius of James Jamerson
In the debut episode of the geek-fest, “Breaking It Down (with Jeff and John),” pro musicians John Montagna and Jeff Ganz go deep into the legacy of Motown bass legend James Jamerson.
Rockeology: When 48th Street Was the Center of the Universe
Manny’s Music and Sam Ash were the heart of NYC’s music scene. Rock stars, jingle guys, blues musicians all shopped there. And oh, the stories to tell.
Rockeology: Old Yellow
There’s never been a guitar like this. Thousands of people played it, from a Beatle to Hall of Famers to Weekend Warriors. Learn more about one of rock’s coolest artifacts.
4/20 Day: A Day for Smokin’ Music
As weed becomes legalized in more places, lifestyle industries are capitalizing on the buzz. The Jazz Dispensary label has a great set of jams in “Soul Diesel Vol. 2,” the perfect soundtrack to 4/20 day.
5 Beatle Bass Lines NOT Played by Paul McCartney
FYI: George Harrison and John Lennon knew their way around the bass, too.