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Told that metal was dead, bassist Jerry Sofran refused to quit. From playing CBGB’s to shaping the sound of gloom metal with Vanishing Kids, he’s spent 42 years proving heavy music is alive and well.

Each year we take time to reflect on all things bass from the past 12 months. That includes remembering the incredibly talented bassists that left us. 2024 was a tough year with some of our biggest bass heroes playing their final notes.

Jazz and avant-garde bassist Barre Phillips, a trailblazer in bass improvisation and solo records, has passed away at 90.

Former Renaissance bassist Jon Camp has died of undisclosed causes. He was 75 years old.

When I was eight years old, Fleetwood Mac's "Rumours" sparked a lifelong love of the bass. Without John McVie’s subtle brilliance, No Treble might not exist. Here’s how his playing inspired my journey.

Today is Jaco Pastorius's As usual, I spent the morning listening to his music. Sifting through my collection, I was reminded of the significance of 1976. Let's look back at his prolific first year as a recording artist.

We’re revisiting Kristen Pfaff's story for an important reason: I was given the opportunity to share an exclusive from the long-awaited biography about Kristen Pfaff, titled “I Know How to Live:” The Life of Kristen Pfaff, written by Guy Mankowski and Jason Pfaff.

Meet Don Marcotte, a bassist from Alberta who has enjoyed many years of music. We love his “superhero” answer. Don is this week’s No Treble reader in the spotlight. Here’s his story…

Avery Sharpe may be best known for his longtime association with jazz legend McCoy Tyner, but his musicality can’t be pared down to one style. He discusses his new album, technique, and lessons learned from Tyner in this interview.

Meet Randy Landau, a long-time bassist with a seriously impressive resume. Randy is this week’s No Treble reader in the spotlight. Here’s his story…

Speaking to Guy Raz in a recent interview, Esperanza Spalding discusses her musical journey, how not everything is about "incredible technical prowess," how she's been misrepresented, and more.

Toody Cole is the bassist for Dead Moon, a punk/garage band described by the New Zealand Herald as “the most important band you’ve never heard of.” She's the focus of this month's edition of Wonder Women: Stories From The Women Who Play Bass.