Weekly Top 10: August 3-9, 2024
Here’s your weekly roundup of the top stories on No Treble, including gear, tour news, new music, our “Tips and Inspiration from 14 Bass Greats,” and more.
1. Epiphone Introduces Jack Casady Fretless Bass
Jack Casady has had a signature Epiphone semi-hollow bass for many years, but the rock legend has shaken things up with a fretless version. The Epiphone Jack Casady Fretless Bass is described as the culmination of the bassist’s years of experimentation.
2. Gamechanger Audio Announces the AUTO Pedal Series
Gamechanger Audio has launched a new line of effects pedals called the AUTO Series that includes a Reverb unit, a Chorus, and a Delay model. The three pedals are said to introduce a new layer of parameter automation that responds to the player’s touch, dynamics, and note choices.
3. Bass of the Week: AMJ Guitars 2024 Fretted Bass
Eight years ago, we got the scoop on an awesome fretless bass made by AMJ Guitars. The sleek four-string is owned by Deryl Gallant, who wrote us again to share that it has a new fretted sibling.
4. Tony Senatore: Won’t Let You Down
Our friend Tony Senatore sent us his latest video, covering “Won’t Let You Down” by BLT (Jack Bruce, Bill Lordan, Robin Trower). The group also includes Alan Lo Presti on slide guitar, Andy Rothstein on guitar, Tom Cottone on drums, and Joe Deninzon on violin.
5. Level Up: Tips and Inspiration from 14 Bass Greats
The road to greatness is rough and rocky. Playing the bass is one thing, but be become a better musician is to follow a crooked path that’s often littered with pitfalls and plateaus. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of tips from the greats to provide insight, perspective, and inspiration to rekindle your spark.
6. Mohini Dey to Join Willow for North American Tour
Willow is getting ready to hit the road with Childish Gambino. The outing will be a great opportunity for fans of Mohini Dey to see her in action, as the bass virtuoso will be laying down the low end for Willow.
7. Warren Haynes Announces New Album and Tour with Kevin Scott on Bass
Warren Haynes is ramping things up with his solo band this fall with a new album and a tour to boot. “Million Voices Whisper” has yet to have an exact release date, but the guitarist/vocalist stated he hopes to have it out in late September or early October.
8. MonoNeon Releases “Quilted Stereo” with George Clinton and Mavis Staples
MonoNeon has returned with a new album called “Quilted Stereo,” which sees the funk visionary continuing to hone his craft and songwriting. The album features two megastar contributions from MonoNeon’s living influences: George Clinton and Mavis Staples.
9. Percy Jones and PAKT Announce August/September 2024 Tour
The prog rock supergroup PAKT is gearing up for a set of tour dates in the Mid-Atlantic region. Comprised of Percy Jones, Alex Skolnick, Kenny Grohowski, and Tim Motzer, the group focuses on improvising in the moment, making each performance a fresh experience.
10. Andy Curran Reissues “Whiskey & The Devil,” Releases Documentary
Coney Hatch bassist Andy Curran has revisited his 1990 solo debut, “Whiskey & The Devil,” with a special 30th Anniversary reissue, and a documentary.
Corey Brown is the founder of No Treble and serves in an advisory role. He’s also Head of Editorial at Muse Group. Learn more about Corey on his website and LinkedIn.
