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Kevin Johnson

Kevin Johnson

Managing Editor

Kevin joined No Treble in 2009 as a contributor and later became the Managing Editor. Kevin is a true bass enthusiast and activist. In addition to writing for No Treble, he is Jazz Division Head for the Bass Coalition, which seeks to foster community and education through promoting local bass events including workshops, performances, and other events. He’s also a freelance bassist and teacher in the Northern Virginia area. Though his performances revolve around jazz, Kevin appreciates all genres of music, from R&B to metal and everything in between.

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Bass of the Week: Jacques Legault’s Coffee Table Bass
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: Jacques Legault’s Coffee Table Bass

Have you ever looked at a coffee table and thought, “That could be a bass?” That thought occurred to Jacques Legault, who shared this wild bass he built.

The Black Crowes Return with “Happiness Bastards”
New Albums

The Black Crowes Return with “Happiness Bastards”

After putting a bitter brotherly feud to bed, The Black Crowes have returned with their first new album in 15 years. “Happiness Bastards” marks a triumphant return for the band featuring the duo of vocalist Chris Robinson and guitarist Rich Robinson.

Berklee Announces the 2024 Spring Bass Bash
Events

Berklee Announces the 2024 Spring Bass Bash

Boston will be rumbling on March 26th with a bass event of epic proportions. Berklee’s Spring Bass Bash will feature a veritable Mount Rushmore of bassists, including Stanley Clarke, Marcus Miller, Victor Wooten, Steve Bailey, and Anthony Jackson.

Ashdown Revamps the OriginAL-EVO-C112T Amp for 2024
Amps

Ashdown Revamps the OriginAL-EVO-C112T Amp for 2024

Ashdown has revamped the OriginAL-EVO-C112T, which packs their new OriginAL EVO bass head into a 1×12" kickback combo. The amp pumps out 300 watts while weighing just 29 pounds.

Fear Factory is Looking for a Substitute Bassist
News

Fear Factory is Looking for a Substitute Bassist

Attention metalheads! Fear Factory has announced that they’re looking for a substitute bassist for Tony Campos while he is on tour with his other band, Static X.

Becos FX Introduces CompIQ Stella Pro Compressor MK2 Pedal
Pedals & Effects

Becos FX Introduces CompIQ Stella Pro Compressor MK2 Pedal

Becos Effects launched its flagship pedal, the Stella Pro analog compressor/limiter, five years ago. Now, they’ve updated the unit with the Stella Pro MK2. The update adds and removes several features.

311 Announces Unity Summer 2024 Tour
Concerts & Tours

311 Announces Unity Summer 2024 Tour

311 has announced the return of their Unity tour for 2024 with a summer itinerary that will take them across the U.S. from July 20th to August 31st.

Lab Rat: An Interview with Pete Griffin
Interviews

Lab Rat: An Interview with Pete Griffin

Pete Griffin has an insane résumé that includes work with Zappa Plays Zappa, Steve Vai, Zakk Wylde, Dethklok, Dr. John, and many more. We caught up with him to get the scoop on his new EP, “Pete Griffin and His Lab Rats,” and more.

Jacob Collier Releases “Djesse Vol. 4”
New Albums

Jacob Collier Releases “Djesse Vol. 4”

Multi-instrumentalist and musical genius Jacob Collier has completed his Djesse album series with the newly-released “Djesse Vol. 4.” The star-studded record covers an enormous amount of musical ground with jazz, pop, latin, and even some heavy metal.

Sting Announces New Power Trio For “Sting 3.0” Tour
Concerts & Tours

Sting Announces New Power Trio For “Sting 3.0” Tour

Sting made his name as the bassist and vocalist for a power trio called The Police, and now he’s getting back to the format. He’s announced a new tour called “STING 3.0” featuring a new trio with longtime guitarist Dominic Miller and drummer Chris Maas of Mumford & Sons fame.

Kim Gordon’s Second Solo Album, “The Collective,” Out Now
New Albums

Kim Gordon’s Second Solo Album, “The Collective,” Out Now

Five years after her solo debut, former Sonic Youth bassist Kim Gordon has returned with her sophomore album, “The Collective.”

Bass of the Week: Overwater Basses Progress Series IV Standard 5-String
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: Overwater Basses Progress Series IV Standard 5-String

This week we’re checking out a killer Progress Series IV Standard 5-string bass by Overwater Basses. Its swamp ash body has a gorgeous walnut top that’s matched with a walnut headstock cap, walnut fingerboard binding, and walnut block inlays.