Archive for December 2020 - Page 8
Dream Theater Releases “Distant Memories – Live In London”
Dream Theater’s new album, “Distant Memories – Live In London”, is out now. Recorded at the Apollo Theatre in February, the concert sees the band performing songs from “Distance Over Time” as well as the entirety of “Metropolis Part 2 – Scenes From a Memory”.
Groove – Episode #72: Scott Devine
In this month’s episode of Groove - The No Treble Podcast, we chat with Scott Devine of Scott's Bass Lessons and learn more about his life, music, and online school. Enjoy the conversation...
Roberto Lo Monaco: Astral Planes
No Treble reader Roberto Lo Monaco shared his latest video with us, which will be on his upcoming album, “DreamScape”. “Astral Planes” features a rich, layered soundscape, all from Roberto’s bass.
Morton Pedalboards Introduces Modular Pedalboard System
Morton Pedalboards has introduced a new customizable pedalboard system that lets users expand and reconfigure their setup. The system features 18 unique modular parts of different shapes and sizes that mount together to build your board.
Warwick Unveils New Rockbass Alien Deluxe Hybrid Thinline Basses
Warwick has expanded its Rockbass Alien Deluxe Hybrid Thinline series of basses to include eight models. Each offers a different aspect of the instrument, which is centered around a thin hollow body fitted with both magnetic and piezo pickups.
Chris Georgenes and 13 Bassists: Give Up the Funk (Tear the Roof off the Sucker)
Drummer Chris Georgenes sent us this video, and he got our attention before we even checked out the video. Check out his epic cover (with 13 bassists!) of Parliament’s “Give Up the Funk (Tear the Roof off the Sucker)”.
Evan Marien Publishes “Major Hexatonic Scales and Melodic Patterns Vol. 1”
Evan Marien has released a new book that will help you take a new approach to the fingerboard. “Major Hexatonic Scales and Melodic Patterns Vol. 1” centers around a six-note scale.
Primus Announces “Alive From Pachyderm Station” Streaming Event
Like every band this year, Primus was forced to cancel all of their plans for 2020. However, the band has just announced a virtual concert called “Alive From Pachyderm Station” that will be airing Friday, December 11th.
Bass Gear Roundup: The Top Gear Stories in November 2020
Our final Gear Roundup of 2020 is here. In this one, we take a look back at the top 10 reader favorite bass gear stories from the month of November.
REO Brothers: Golden Slumbers / Carry That Weight / The End
I know I shouldn’t be surprised at how good the REO Brothers are with each new video. But every time, I’m blown away yet again. In this clip, the brothers take on songs from the Beatles’ “Abbey Road”.
Alex Lofoco Publishes “Contemporary Electric Bass: Jaco Pastorius”
Today is Jaco Pastorius’ birthday, so it is fitting that Alex Lofoco has a new volume of his instructional book series releasing today. “Contemporary Bass Guitar: Jaco Pastorius” is an in-depth analysis of Jaco’s “Modern Electric Bass” video.