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Archive for January 2023

Tapping Technique and Composition: Percussive Bass Tapping on “Riches to the Conjuror”
Tapping Technique and Composition

Tapping Technique and Composition: Percussive Bass Tapping on “Riches to the Conjuror”

For his newest “Tapping Technique and Composition” lesson, John Ferrara says, “Let’s turn the bass into a drum, shall we?” The technique used in this lesson is his new favorite to play with in a solo bass setting.

Zander Zon: Numb
Bass Videos

Zander Zon: Numb

Zander Zon first arranged Linkin Park’s “Numb” for solo bass 10 years ago. Now he’s revisited it for his latest video.

The Motet Blend Funk, Soul, and Dance on “All Day”
New Albums

The Motet Blend Funk, Soul, and Dance on “All Day”

The Motet just released their tenth studio album, “All Day,” which marks their first instrumental record since 2009’s “Dig Deep.” With tracks written by all five members of the band, their new effort is a masterclass in hard-driving funk, groovy soul, and dance beats.

Bass of the Week: Pensa Custom Guitars P-Series Bass
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: Pensa Custom Guitars P-Series Bass

This week we’re checking out the Pensa Custom Guitars P-Series bass, which takes its cues from the classic Precision design while making it their own. The semi-hollow bass can be highly customized, but even the standard features are outstanding.

Frowin Ickler: Cold Heart (PNAU Remix)
Bass Videos

Frowin Ickler: Cold Heart (PNAU Remix)

Frowin Ickler sent us his latest video, and it is a ton of fun. Frowin added his own funky line to Elton John’s and Dua Lipa’s single “Cold Heart (PNAU Remix)” on his Fender MonoNeon bass. Dig his funky retro sound!

Mastodon and Gojira Announce “Mega-Monsters Tour”
Concerts & Tours

Mastodon and Gojira Announce “Mega-Monsters Tour”

Two behemoth bands are teaming up for an extra heavy tour this year. Mastodon and Gojira will hit the road for “The Mega-Monsters Tour,” which means the nation will rumble each night to the bass lines of Troy Sanders and Jean-Michel Labadie.

Weekly Top 10: January 21-27, 2023
Weekly Top 10

Weekly Top 10: January 21-27, 2023

No Treble’s traffic was huge this week, thanks to a number of articles. Here is your roundup of the top 10 articles we published for the week of January 21-27, 2023.

Vulfpeck: Miracle
Bass Videos

Vulfpeck: Miracle

Vulfpeck dropped the video for the 10th track from Schvitz, and this is my favorite so far. Joe Dart lays down an old school groove behind some great vocal harmonies on “Miracle.”

The Wood Brothers Announce New Album, Summer Tour Dates
News

The Wood Brothers Announce New Album, Summer Tour Dates

The Wood Brothers have announced their eighth studio album, “Heart Is The Hero,” which will be released in April. The trio of Oliver Wood, Chris Wood, and Jano Rix took a different approach from their last effort by recording analog straight to 16-track tape.

Percy Jones and PAKT Announce Spring Tour
Concerts & Tours

Percy Jones and PAKT Announce Spring Tour

In 2021, fretless bass master Percy Jones unveiled his latest project called PAKT, which also features Alex Skolnick, Kenny Grohowski, and Tim Motzer. The group had a busy year and is now back with a new set of tour dates.

The Band Geeks: Wasted Years
Bass Videos

The Band Geeks: Wasted Years

The Band Geeks just dropped their latest video, and this time they’re upping the irons. Joined by Matt Beck on guitar, the Geeks take on Iron Maiden’s “Wasted Years,” with Richie Castellano on bass and backing vocals.

Previously Unreleased Motörhead Track Now Available
News

Previously Unreleased Motörhead Track Now Available

Motörhead is gearing up to re-release their 23rd and final studio album, “Bad Magic: SERIOUSLY BAD MAGIC,” on February 24th, but they’re letting some of the goods out early. Lemmy’s bass is as fat and gritty as ever.