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Archive for February 2023

Tapping Technique and Composition: Tapping Chord With Melodies on “Riches to the Conjuror”
Tapping Technique and Composition

Tapping Technique and Composition: Tapping Chord With Melodies on “Riches to the Conjuror”

The final installment of John Ferrara’s excellent “Tapping Technique and Composition” lesson series on No Treble is here. In this episode, John shows one way that we can accomplish playing a melody on top of an arpeggiated chord progression.

Charles Berthoud: Sands of Time
Bass Videos

Charles Berthoud: Sands of Time

Charles Berthoud recently dropped this video for his tune, “Sands of Time.” I know I shouldn’t be surprised when I watch a new video by Charles, but he always makes my jaw hit the floor.

Barend Tromp Announces “Next Level Slap Bass” Volumes 1 & 2
Sheet Music & Instruction

Barend Tromp Announces “Next Level Slap Bass” Volumes 1 & 2

If you’re looking to up your slap bass game, Barend Tromp has you covered. The bassist and educator has published “Next Level Slap Bass” Volumes 1 & 2 for getting your chops into the modern age.

Bass of the Week: Carillion Guitars Callisto
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: Carillion Guitars Callisto

Carillion Guitars recently introduced a new model called the Callisto, which grew from a collaboration with bassist Arran McSporran. Luthier Chris Delia gave a rundown of the instrument’s creation on the Carillion Facebook page.

Martin DeGrace: Gaslighting
Bass Videos

Martin DeGrace: Gaslighting

No Treble reader Martin DeGrace sent us his latest video, a high-octane, multi-camera of bass goodness. Martin said: “No guitars. How much bass is too much?”

Motörhead’s Final Album Re-Released as “Bad Magic: Seriously Bad Magic”
New Albums

Motörhead’s Final Album Re-Released as “Bad Magic: Seriously Bad Magic”

Motörhead’s 23rd and final album, “Bad Magic,” has been re-released in a new package called “Bad Magic: Seriously Bad Magic.” Originally released in 2015 before Lemmy Kilmister’s passing, the album presents the original music plus a bevy of new aural pleasures.

Michael Tobias Design Launches Kingston Lynn Keller Signature Series Basses
Basses

Michael Tobias Design Launches Kingston Lynn Keller Signature Series Basses

MTD has introduced a new Kingston Series model with the Lynn Keller Signature. Previously available as an artist bass from their USA shop, the Kingston model carries similar design aspects while being a production model at a lower price point.

Rebecca Johnson Band: Solos
Bass Videos

Rebecca Johnson Band: Solos

Rebecca Johnson dropped a video yesterday simply titled “Solos.” Recorded live on February 18th, Rebecca, drummer Con Settineri and guitarist Mark Johns each do just that.

Ben Wolfe Releases 10th Album, “Unjust”
New Albums

Ben Wolfe Releases 10th Album, “Unjust”

Bassist Ben Wolfe has returned with a new solo album titled “Unjust” that is described as celebrating “the striking interplay between multiple ensembles driven by the same steadfast rhythm section.”

Funko Introduces New Duff McKagan Figurine
News

Funko Introduces New Duff McKagan Figurine

Toy manufacturer Funko has unveiled a new figurine of a legendary rocker. In addition to his POP Rocks action figure, Guns N’ Roses bassist Duff McKagan has been immortalized once again with a model in their Vinyl Gold range.

Cory Wong Featuring Victor Wooten: Live At The Fillmore Philadelphia
Bass Videos

Cory Wong Featuring Victor Wooten: Live At The Fillmore Philadelphia

Cory Wong is on tour with Victor Wooten right now, and last night, they live-streamed their concert at The Fillmore in Philadelphia. The concert also includes Sonny T on bass. Here’s the entire performance.

Flea Announces New Podcast, “This Little Light”
News

Flea Announces New Podcast, “This Little Light”

Red Hot Chili Peppers bassist Flea has announced he’s launching a new podcast. “This Little Light” will be a 15-part series that will see the funk rock icon interviewing fellow artists about their early musical journeys.