Archive for February 2022 - Page 2
Wonder Women: Brittany Frompovich
For this month’s installment of Wonder Women; Stories from the Women Who Play Bass, Ariane Cap turns the tables on Brittany Frompovich, and interviews her for her own column.
Leonid & Friends: Ain’t It Blue?
Leonid Vorobyev and his band Leonid & Friends are back with another remarkable Chicago cover. In this one, they take on “Ain’t It Blue?” from the 1975 album, “Chicago VIII”.
Victor Wooten and Steve Bailey Add Second Leg to Bass Extremes Tour
Victor Wooten, Steve Bailey, and Gregg Bissonette have added a second leg to their upcoming Bass Extremes tour. The second round of dates will focus on the East Coast with performances from Georgia up to Massachusetts.
The Brown’stone: Playing Changes Using The Modes (Part 1)
This week in The Brown’stone on No Treble, Rich Brown shows us a great way to play through changes in one position on the fretboard. This lesson will definitely help with soloing, walking basslines, or coming up with your own original basslines.
Viktor Lorincz: Melodic Bass Solo
I always love getting new videos from Viktor Lorincz, and today I got another great one in my inbox. The bassist created a 2-minute bass solo focused on making melodies in a slap groove.
Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros Release “Live In Colorado”
As a member of the Grateful Dead, Bob Weir is well known for his live performances. Now he’s released a new album with Bobby Weir & Wolf Bros called “Live in Colorado” that showcases his new band’s live chops.
Reader Spotlight: Jenny Giammanco
Meet Jenny Giammanco, a bassist from Brooklyn who got her start playing percussion. Ten years ago, she made the switch and as she says, “the rest is history!” Here’s her story...
Playing For Change (with John Paul Jones): When The Levee Breaks
Playing For Change released a stunning new video a few days ago, featuring John Paul Jones on a song he originally recorded over 50 years ago. 18 musicians from around the world contributed to this performance of “When The Levee Breaks”.
The Aristocrats Announce “Defrost” North American Tour
The Aristocrats have announced the “Defrost” tour, which will take the trio across North America with 50 performances. Guthrie Govan, Bryan Beller, and Marco Minnemann will be on the road for 10 weeks across the U.S and Canada.
Bass of the Week: Gaetano Costanzo Lolly Biscotto Bass
Today we’re checking the Lolly Biscotto by Italian luthier Gaetano Costanzo. The five-string bass is crafted with an alder body and a maple neck, but the craftsmanship really shines in its top and fingerboard.
Aaron Gibson: Anger (Tiny Desk Contest Entry 2022)
Aaron Gibson has created a video submission for NPR’s Tiny Desk Contest, and we’re pulling for him. Here he is performing his tune, “Anger”.
Ethan Iverson Releases “Every Note Is True” with Larry Grenadier
Pianist Ethan Iverson has released a new trio album. “Every Note Is True” is his debut on the Blue Note label, and for the occasion, he tapped the masterful rhythm section of Jack DeJohnette and Larry Grenadier.