Will Lee Archives
Berklee Bass Department: Holiday Retrospective 2023
For many years, we’ve had a Christmas tradition here on No Treble, thanks to Steve Bailey and the Berklee Bass Department. The lineup is once again incredible too. Enjoy this 2023 Holiday Retrospective.
Will Lee: Hey Shorty
Will Lee dropped a new video yesterday, saying, “Turn up the volume & feel the positive vibes of ‘Hey Shorty.’” This song has a groovy, Steely Dan vibe, with Will on lead vocals and a great sax solo by David Sanborn.
“Scary Goldings LIVE! Featuring John Scofield” Grooves with MonoNeon and Will Lee
The musical collective Scary Pockets has teamed up with keyboardist Larry Goldings again for another Scary Goldings album. This time, it’s a live album featuring guitar wizard John Scofield, MonoNeon, and Will Lee.
Scary Goldings with Will Lee: Professor Vicarious
It’s always a great day when a new video by Scary Goldings comes out. Will Lee joins the band for a live performance of “Professor Vicarious,” making it every more exciting. Dig Will’s solos!
Zoom Webinar To Remember Rocco Prestia Scheduled for Thursday
The bass world lost a legend last week with the passing of Tower of Power bassist Francis “Rocco” Prestia. Now, a huge gathering of the bass community will be getting together to remember him.
Steve Bailey and Victor Wooten to Host Free Webinar with Steve Gadd, Chuck Rainey, Ron Carter, Will Lee, Tony Levin, and Anthony Jackson
The next installment of the Zoom webinars hosted by Steve Bailey and Victor Wooten is happening on Thursday. Entitled “Gadd-Shed,” the free session will feature drum legend Steve Gadd along with Ron Carter, Chuck Rainey, Tony Levin, Anthony Jackson, and Will Lee.
Sting (with Will Lee): Mad About You
Our friend Will Lee shared this video a couple of days ago from a 1991 performance of “Mad About You” by Sting on Late Night With David Letterman. “I need to thank him for generously letting me have a crack at that great bass part,” Will shared.
Tommy Igoe & The Buddy Rich Big Band (with Will Lee): The Chicken
Back in 2013, Tommy Igoe performed with The Buddy Rich Big Band. In this clip, they perform Pee Wee Ellis’ tune, “The Chicken.” Will Lee lays down some seriously great bass on this one.
Final Dr. John Album to Feature Will Lee on Bass
The world lost a musical icon with the passing of Dr. John. However, a new Rolling Stone article explains that the New Orleans pianist recorded one final album before his death. We also now know that Will Lee provided the low end.
Lisa Maxwell’s “Shiny!” Features Will Lee, Mark Egan, and David Finck
Composer/arranger Lisa Maxwell has released an album that serves as a tribute to the late trumpeter Lew Soloff. “Shiny!” features a who’s who of musicians that all had a connection with Soloff - including bassists Will Lee, Mark Egan, and David Finck.
Steve Lukather with Will Lee: Georgy Porgy
Will Lee recently posted this video on Facebook, and I’m glad he did. The former Late Show bassist sings and dishes out a smooth-as-butter bass line on a classic Toto song, “Georgy Porgy.” Get ready to groove.
Oz Noy’s “Booga Looga Loo” Features Will Lee, James Genus, and John Patitucci
Guitarist Oz Noy’s new album, “Booga Looga Loo,” is now available. Noy’s impressive guitar work is supported by an unbelievable cast of musicians, including Will Lee, James Genus, and John Patitucci.