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Orlando le Fleming Launches “Rhythm Changes” Course
News

Orlando le Fleming Launches “Rhythm Changes” Course

Jazz bassist and educator Orlando le Fleming has been releasing books on time and technique for the past few years. Now, he’s teaching how to expand on one of the most prevalent chord progressions in jazz: Rhythm Changes.

“The Pattern System for the Bass Player” by Ariane Cap and Wolf Wein Now Available
Sheet Music & Instruction

“The Pattern System for the Bass Player” by Ariane Cap and Wolf Wein Now Available

Ariane Cap’s and Wolf Wein’s new book “The Pattern System for the Bass Player” is now available. The 330-page book is packed with diagrams and exercises to teach fretboard proficiency as well as improvisation and mental practice.

Rook: The Path
Bass Videos

Rook: The Path

Our good friend Tony Senatore shared his latest video with us, with his band, Rook. I really dig the sound on this one, with Tony rocking his Dan Armstrong London bass on the tune, “The Path”.

Foo Fighters Announce 2021 Tour Dates
Concerts & Tours

Foo Fighters Announce 2021 Tour Dates

Last year, the Foo Fighters were set to celebrate their 25th anniversary with a world tour. Obviously, that was canceled. Instead, they’re celebrating their 26th anniversary this year starting with a tour in July and August.

Reader Spotlight: Eric Cooper
Reader Spotlight

Reader Spotlight: Eric Cooper

Meet Eric Cooper (aka Coop a Loop), a bassist who got his start 19 years ago, thanks to Victor Wooten. Eric is this week’s No Treble reader in the spotlight. Here’s his story...

D’Addario Unveils Sustainable “Eco-Comfort” Guitar Straps
Accessories & Strings

D’Addario Unveils Sustainable “Eco-Comfort” Guitar Straps

D’Addario has launched a new line of straps called the Eco-Comfort line, which features models made from sustainable materials. The company says that 90 percent of each strap is made from recycled materials.

The Omnific: Wax & Wane
Bass Videos

The Omnific: Wax & Wane

The Omnific is a killer prog-metal band consisting of two bassists – Matthew Fackrell and Toby Peterson-Stewart – with drummer Jerome Lematua. Their latest song, “Wax & Wane”, distills their melodic yet aggressive sound.

Red Fang Returns with “Arrows”
New Albums

Red Fang Returns with “Arrows”

Red Fang has released their fifth album, “Arrows”, which they recorded in their hometown of Portland, Oregon with Chris Funk. This marks the third release with Funk, and the result showcases the band doing what they do best plus exploring new sounds.

Bass of the Week: Skjold Design Guitars Skjoldslayer 4/34
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: Skjold Design Guitars Skjoldslayer 4/34

I’ve been lucky to see quite a few Skjold Design Basses in my day, but the Skjoldslayer model is one that always grabs my attention. That’s why when someone emailed us luthier Pete Skjold’s latest creation, I was hooked.

Pete O’Neill: Hold Me Now
Bass Videos

Pete O’Neill: Hold Me Now

Our friend Pete O’Neill sent us this video with his solo fretless bass arrangement of “Hold Me Now” by the Thompson Twins. This arrangement was part of his “The 80s” EP, released last year.

Squarepusher Reissues Debut Album, “Feed Me Weird Things”
New Albums

Squarepusher Reissues Debut Album, “Feed Me Weird Things”

It’s been 25 years since Squarepusher, aka Tom Jenkinson, released his debut album, “Feed Me Weird Things”. Now the influential bassist and electronica producer has reissued the 14-track collection, which has been long out of print.

Weekly Top 10: Jackie Clark Podcast, Top 10 Bass Gear, Bass Lesson, New Albums, and More
Weekly Top 10

Weekly Top 10: Jackie Clark Podcast, Top 10 Bass Gear, Bass Lesson, New Albums, and More

Time to look back at the weekly top 10 in the world of bass. Here are the 10 reader favorite stories, videos, and more for No Treble readers.