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Wonder Women: Jordyn Davis
In this month’s installment of “Wonder Women; Stories From the Women Who Play Bass,” we chat with Jordyn Davis, an award-winning bassist, composer, songwriter, vocalist, and multi-instrumentalist from Detroit, Michigan.
Reader Spotlight: Shaun Andree
Meet Shaun Andree, a bassist from Atlanta who has an extensive resume and has one of our favorite answers to the “superpower/claim to fame” question. Here’s his story...
The Art of the Bass Choir: An Interview with Lincoln Goines
Lincoln Goines is a consummate bassist and renowned educator. We caught up with him to discuss his debut album as a leader, “The Art of the Bass Choir,” and more.
In Memoriam: Phil Spalding
Sad news to report today as bassist Phil Spalding has died of undisclosed causes. He was 65 years old.
Wonder Women: Angeline Saris – Part 2
In this month’s installment of Wonder Women: Stories From the Women Who Play Bass, Brittany Frompovich concludes her two-part interview with Angeline Saris.
In Memoriam: Van Conner
Sad news to report as Van Conner, co-founder and bassist of Screaming Trees, has passed away after a long illness. He was 55 years old. His brother and bandmate Gary Lee shared the news on Facebook.
Reader Spotlight: Evan Heird
Back in the day, Evan Heird had a roommate who had a bass. He picked it up, and that was that. Later, he focused on acting but returned to the bass once again. Evan is this week’s No Treble reader in the spotlight. Here’s his story...
In Memoriam: Remembering the Bassists We Lost in 2022
It’s the end of another year and another time for reflection. Lots of incredible music was made, but 2022 saw the loss of session legends, trailblazing luthiers, rock icons, and jazz pioneers. Join us as we remember them.
Wonder Women: Angeline Saris – Part 1
In this month’s installment of Wonder Women: Stories From the Women Who Play Bass, we’re catching up with Angeline Saris, fresh off a six-week run with the Celebrating David Bowie tour.
Reader Spotlight: Wayne Myers
Meet Wayne Myers, who picked up the bass in 1985 and never looked back. We love his answer to the “superpower” question. Wayne is this week’s No Treble reader in the spotlight. Here’s his story...
Reader Spotlight: Ryan Szanyi
Meet Ryan Szanyi, a bassist who has undergone different transitions. He started on trumpet before switching to bass and lived in the US before moving to the UK. Here’s his story...
In Memoriam: Rick Anderson
Bassist Rick Anderson, who co-founded San Francisco rock outfit The Tubes, has passed away of undisclosed causes. He was 75 years old. The band announced his death on social media.