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Inside Marcus Miller’s Career: From Miles Davis to Film Composition on On That Note
Interviews

Inside Marcus Miller’s Career: From Miles Davis to Film Composition on On That Note

Bass legend Marcus Miller talks with Shawn Stockman about composing for film, playing with Miles Davis, and working with Luther Vandross.

No Treble Exclusive: How Warren Murrel Keeps the Groove with Robert Jon & The Wreck
Interviews

No Treble Exclusive: How Warren Murrel Keeps the Groove with Robert Jon & The Wreck

Warren Murrel of Robert Jon & The Wreck shares his path from drummer to bassist, road wisdom, and tone secrets in this No Treble exclusive.

Zach Cooper Breaks Down the Big Tone Behind Coheed and Cambria
Bass Gear, Interviews

Zach Cooper Breaks Down the Big Tone Behind Coheed and Cambria

Zach Cooper walks us through his live setup with Coheed and Cambria, featuring custom Yamahas, Aguilars, and serious pedalboard grit

Wonder Women: Vivien Garry’s Journey as a Trailblazing Jazz Bassist
Wonder Women

Wonder Women: Vivien Garry’s Journey as a Trailblazing Jazz Bassist

Discover the story of Vivien Garry, one of jazz’s first female bassists, who carved her place in bebop history on 52nd Street and beyond.

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The Konductor Bass Is Part Bass, Part Keyboard, All Innovation – Interview with the Builder
Interviews

The Konductor Bass Is Part Bass, Part Keyboard, All Innovation – Interview with the Builder

The Konductor blends bass, keyboard, and pads into one bold instrument. Kyle Clay shares the creative journey behind the wild design.

Freekbass Joins Bergantino Family, Talks Funk, Bass, and TikTok Success
Bassists

Freekbass Joins Bergantino Family, Talks Funk, Bass, and TikTok Success

Funk bassist Freekbass joins the Bergantino family and talks about his music, bass gear, and TikTok success in this wide-ranging interview.

How John Ferrara Found a New Voice in “A Catalyst for Change”
Interviews

How John Ferrara Found a New Voice in “A Catalyst for Change”

Exclusive interview: John Ferrara discusses his new single, “A Catalyst for Change,” and how Costa Rica shaped his sound.

Terry Welty on Building Geezer Butler’s Wall of Bass and Saving Jeff Pilson’s Flying Fender
Bassists, Interviews

Terry Welty on Building Geezer Butler’s Wall of Bass and Saving Jeff Pilson’s Flying Fender

Bass tech Terry Welty opens up about life on tour with Geezer Butler and Jeff Pilson, revealing custom gear builds and unforgettable moments.

Terry Welty on the Road with Foreigner and Jeff Pilson’s Bass Setup
Bassists, Interviews

Terry Welty on the Road with Foreigner and Jeff Pilson’s Bass Setup

Terry Welty walks Kevin Johnson through Jeff Pilson’s prized basses and the live rig that keeps Foreigner’s groove locked in every night.

George Mundy, Electronics Pioneer Behind Phil Lesh’s “Mission Control” Bass, Dies at 79
In Memoriam

George Mundy, Electronics Pioneer Behind Phil Lesh’s “Mission Control” Bass, Dies at 79

Electronics pioneer George Mundy, who helped create Phil Lesh’s legendary “Mission Control” bass, has died at 79, leaving a lasting musical legacy.

Ron Carter Talks Double Bass Gear and Legacy in This Exclusive Interview
Bassists, Interviews

Ron Carter Talks Double Bass Gear and Legacy in This Exclusive Interview

In this exclusive interview, Ron Carter reflects on his iconic bass career, his trusted gear setup, and lessons from recording over 2,200 sessions.

Victor Wooten on His Focal Dystonia: “I Can’t Play Like I Used To, But I Still Enjoy Playing”
Bassists

Victor Wooten on His Focal Dystonia: “I Can’t Play Like I Used To, But I Still Enjoy Playing”

In a candid interview, Victor Wooten talks about living with focal dystonia, finding new ways to play, and encouraging others not to give up on their music.