Archive for 2021 - Page 90
Wal Basses Database Revived for 2021
If you’re intrigued by Wal Basses, then you’ll be spending some extra time on the internet today. Dutch “Walnut” Tony Tabasco has revived the Wal reference database initially created by Stephan Kueler.
Bass of the Week: Jerzy Drozd Atmospheric Refraction
Every Jerzy Drozd bass I’ve ever seen has left me in awe. The luthier’s elegant shapes and unreal finishes capture the imagination, and his newest creation is no exception.
Judith Owen with Leland Sklar and Pedro Segundo: Arianne
Leland Sklar shared this video on Facebook, from a November 2020 session at Judith Owen’s house. In this clip, Judith, Lee, and Pedro Segundo perform “Arianne”, with some tasty lines and harmonics by Lee, who really drives the tune.
Top 10: The Most Watched Bass Videos (December 2020)
2020 was a rough year. What helped us get through was the daily bass videos we share on No Treble. Here are the top 10 reader favorite videos for the last month of the year.
Jackson Guitars Introduces the X Series Concert Bass CBXNT DX IV
Jackson Guitars has announced a plethora of new instruments, but one has stood out for us the most. The X Series Concert Bass CBXNT DX IV seems to be an amalgamation of several vintage basses.
Canadian Armed Forces Long Distance Big Band: The Chicken
Bassist Simon Paré sent us this video of a very ambitious performance. Simon got together members of the Canadian Armed Forces Big Band and created an entirely virtual video performance of “Soul Intro” and “The Chicken”.
Tim Lefebvre and Rachel Eckroth Release “The Blackbird Sessions, Vol. 1”
Many fans know Tim Lefebvre for his monumental electric work with David Bowie, The Tedeschi Trucks Band, Wayne Krantz, and more. Now, a new duo album with his wife Rachel Eckroth shows listeners a more sensitive side of the bassist.
Aria Guitars Announces the Jet-B Bass
Aria Guitars has unveiled their new products for 2021 including the Jet-B model. Taking cues from its guitar counterpart, the new bass has a singlecut offset body and a 32-inch scale for easier playability.
Edgar Pagan with Jimmy Haslip: Taino Spirit
Jimmy Haslip shared a video on Facebook the other day from bassist Edgar Pagan and the song “Taino Spirit”. In this clip, Haslip plays a Cuatro and percussion. I love this sound!
Black Sabbath To Issue “Heaven and Hell” and “Mob Rules” Deluxe Sets
Two of Black Sabbath’s first albums with vocalist Ronnie James Dio are getting deluxe reissues this year. “Heaven and Hell” and “Mob Rules” will be released as expanded sets, including bonus tracks of never-released live material.
Charvel Unveils New Pro-Mod San Dimas Basses
After debuting some bass models from their custom shop at last year’s NAMM, Charvel has unveiled two new retrofied production basses with a Pro-Mod San Dimas Bass PJIV and the Pro-Mod San Dimas Bass JJV.
Chance Wilder Onody: The Music That Was Us
Chance Wilder Onody shared this video on our Facebook Group, and I was knocked out by it. “The Music That Was Us” showcases Chance playing nearly 100 instrumental parts. Doane Perry, (Jethro Tull, Laughing Gull Studio) handles drums.