Weekly Top 10: Isolated Jaco, MonoNeon Signature Jazz Bass V, Tapping Technique and Composition, Darryl Jones Podcast, From the Bottom, and More

This week was a big one at No Treble, with new contributors and tons of visits.

We introduced John Ferrara’s new “Tapping Technique and Composition” lesson as well as Paul Thompson’s new “From the Bottom” column.

Add to it an isolated Jaco Pastorius clip, Darryl Jones on Groove, one spooky Bass of the Week, and more, and this is your weekly top 10.

Weather Report: Jaco Pastorius’s Isolated Bass on “Teen Town”

1. Weather Report: Jaco Pastorius’s Isolated Bass on “Teen Town”

We can never get enough of Jaco Pastorius. In this isolated bass clip, Jaco plays this classic with a bit of his drumming in the mix. You can really hear that fretless growl!
Fender Launches MonoNeon Signature Jazz Bass V

2. Fender Launches MonoNeon Signature Jazz Bass V

Fender has teamed up with the ever-funky MonoNeon to introduce a signature five-string model for the bassist. The MonoNeon Jazz Bass V follows his aesthetic with a neon yellow and orange finish.
Bass of the Week: Steve Lampasona “Bones” Bass

3. Bass of the Week: Steve Lampasona “Bones” Bass

Today is Halloween, so we’ve got a frightful electric upright bass for you. Artist, designer, and luthier Steve Lampasona shared his “Bones” Bass, which he crafted with a walnut body, oak neck and bridge, and ebony fingerboard.
Tapping Technique and Composition: “Perhaps Everything, Perhaps Nothing” – Part 1

4. Tapping Technique and Composition: “Perhaps Everything, Perhaps Nothing” – Part 1

John Ferrara has joined No Treble. In this first part of his Tapping Technique and Composition bass lesson series, he focuses on drone tapping.
Groove – Episode #95: Darryl Jones

5. Groove – Episode #95: Darryl Jones

Episode #95 of Groove is here, and we’re thrilled to share that this month’s guest is the legendary Darryl Jones. Enjoy the conversation... it is a great one.
The Immediate Family Release New Single Ahead of Tour Dates

6. The Immediate Family Release New Single Ahead of Tour Dates

The Immediate Family has dropped a new track ahead of their fall tour. The band, featuring L.A. session legends and anchored by Leland Sklar, announced their cover of “The Toughest Girl in Town” by Sparks is the first single from their next album.
From the Bottom: Wilton Felder – The Greatest Bass Doubler (You Probably Don’t Know)

7. From the Bottom: Wilton Felder – The Greatest Bass Doubler (You Probably Don’t Know)

Paul Thompson is kicking off a new series today on No Treble. “From the Bottom” explores the work of the great bassists in history. This one kicks off with Wilton Felder.
Marcelo Yakko Releases “El Viaje Infinito”

8. Marcelo Yakko Releases “El Viaje Infinito”

Marcelo Yakko is back with a new solo album called “El Viaje Infinito.” The bassist recorded it with bass, drums, and keyboards. The lack of guitars opens room for Yakko to take melodies with the bass as well as more chordal work.
Obsidious Release Impressive Debut Album, “Iconic”

9. Obsidious Release Impressive Debut Album, “Iconic”

At long last, the debut album from Obsidious is available. “Iconic” has been in the works for 15 months following the group’s formation after Rafael Trujillo, Sebastian Lanser, and Linus Klausenitzer left the ranks of Obscura.
Cro-Mags Announce December Tour

10. Cro-Mags Announce December Tour

Harley Flanagan and Cro-Mags will be ending the year strong in December with a 13-date tour of the U.S. It marks the end of a long and arduous year, the bassist and band leader states.

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