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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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Fender Unveils Vintera III Bass Series with New Jazz, Precision & Bass VI Models
Basses

Fender Unveils Vintera III Bass Series with New Jazz, Precision & Bass VI Models

Fender introduces the Vintera III Series, featuring new Jazz Bass, Precision Bass, and Bass VI models inspired by iconic ‘60s and ‘70s designs, with prices starting at $1,249.

Live Nation & Ticketmaster Found Liable in Landmark Antitrust Verdict
News

Live Nation & Ticketmaster Found Liable in Landmark Antitrust Verdict

A federal jury has found Live Nation and Ticketmaster liable for anticompetitive conduct. Here’s what the landmark ruling could mean for artists, venues, and fans.

Trace Elliot Launches Transformer DI With Huge Frequency Range for Bassists
Pedals & Effects

Trace Elliot Launches Transformer DI With Huge Frequency Range for Bassists

Trace Elliot has introduced the Transformer DI, a new passive direct box for all instruments with extended frequency response and a design aimed at preserving tone.

Rock Hall 2026: Meet the Bassists Behind This Year’s Inductees
News

Rock Hall 2026: Meet the Bassists Behind This Year’s Inductees

Meet the bassists behind the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame’s 2026 inductees, including Steve Harris, Peter Hook, Paul Denman, and more.

Lyndon Laney Dies at 77: Founder of Laney Amplification Leaves Lasting Legacy
In Memoriam

Lyndon Laney Dies at 77: Founder of Laney Amplification Leaves Lasting Legacy

Lyndon Laney, founder of Laney Amplification, has died at 77. The bassist-turned-innovator helped shape the sound of artists like Tony Iommi and generations of musicians.

Bass of the Week: FGN’s Mighty Power JMP2-AL-R Packs Punch with a Unique Twist
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: FGN’s Mighty Power JMP2-AL-R Packs Punch with a Unique Twist

FGN’s Mighty Power JMP2-AL-R bass blends classic tone with modern innovation, featuring reversed Seymour Duncan pickups and the Circle Fretting System.

Former Men Without Hats Bassist Alain Lefebvre, aka Al Gunn, Has Died
In Memoriam

Former Men Without Hats Bassist Alain Lefebvre, aka Al Gunn, Has Died

Former Men Without Hats bassist Alain Lefebvre, aka Al Gunn, has passed away. He was also a longtime Montreal luthier and fixture in the guitar repair community.

Weekly Top 10: Bill Laswell Benefit, Gallien-Krueger’s RB Legacy Now Shipping, and More
Weekly Top 10

Weekly Top 10: Bill Laswell Benefit, Gallien-Krueger’s RB Legacy Now Shipping, and More

Catch up on No Treble’s most-read stories of the week, including Bill Laswell’s fundraiser, Gallien-Krueger’s RB Legacy amps, and the McGrath Thunderhorse.

From Viral to Vinyl: Angine de Poitrine Announces Global Physical Release
New Albums

From Viral to Vinyl: Angine de Poitrine Announces Global Physical Release

Angine de Poitrine announces global vinyl and CD releases for "Vol. I" and "Vol. II" as their 2026 tour continues to sell out worldwide.

Upton Bass Unveils the UPTONe, a Combo Amp Built Specifically for Upright Bass
Amps

Upton Bass Unveils the UPTONe, a Combo Amp Built Specifically for Upright Bass

Upton Bass has introduced the UPTONe, a 200-watt combo amplifier designed specifically for upright bass, with a custom cabinet and Eminence woofer.

Yes Unleashes “Aurora”: Hear the Cinematic New Single Featuring Billy Sherwood
New Albums

Yes Unleashes “Aurora”: Hear the Cinematic New Single Featuring Billy Sherwood

Yes has announced its 24th studio album, "Aurora," due June 12, and released the title track featuring Billy Sherwood’s melodic bass work.

Ernie Ball Launches Fast Pitch Clip-On Tuner for Bass, Guitar, and More
Accessories & Strings

Ernie Ball Launches Fast Pitch Clip-On Tuner for Bass, Guitar, and More

The Ernie Ball Fast Pitch Clip-On Tuner offers chromatic tuning, a bright LCD screen, and a rotating clip for bassists and other string players.