Archive for August 2023 - Page 3
David Hungate: TOTO’s Secret Weapon
In this episode of “From the Bottom,” Paul Thompson dives into the work of the great (and unsung) David Hungate - TOTO’s first bassist. He breaks down his favorite TOTO groove, discusses the “Bump” Groove, and more.
Nate Smith: “Unfollower” (with Lionel Loueke and Michael League)
Nate Smith dropped another video from his performance at the Montreal International Jazz Festival on July 2nd, and this one is killer. “Unfollower” starts with some gnarly bass by Michael League before the band kicks into a world-class groove.
Cory Wong Releases “The Lucky One”
You may not know it, but modern funk guitar hero Cory Wong actually got his musical start on the bass. Wong has just returned with a new solo album called “The Lucky One,” featuring both his guitar and bass talents.
Way Huge Announces the Smalls Stone Burner Sub Atomic Fuzz Pedal
Way Huge has introduced the Smalls Stone Burner Sub Atomic Fuzz pedal. The new stompbox offers individual-level controls for the fuzz and sub-octave signals, while a switch lets you toggle between one and two octaves down.
Marcus Miller Band: Tutu (Live, 2023)
Marcus Miller is definitely on the Mount Rushmore of bass players, and his arrangements are always something fresh. That is on full display in this clip. Playing the classic Miles Davis tune “Tutu,” Marcus put on yet another masterclass!
Rhiannon Giddens Releases “You’re the One” with Jason Sypher
Songstress Rhiannon Giddens has returned with her third solo album and the first of all originals. “You’re the One” features Giddens’ longtime bassist, Jason Sypher, who lays down the grooves on both electric and upright bass.
Bass of the Week: Jersey Girl Handmade Guitars Goose Zerock
Jersey Girl Homemade Guitars is a small team of builders based in Japan that has been making astonishing instruments for over thirty years. One of their latest builds is a showstopper.
Meshell Ndegeocello: Towers
Meshell Ndegeocello continues dropping videos from her new album, The Omnichord Real Book, and I keep watching them over and over. “Towers” is the ninth track on the record and one of my favorite tunes.
Brad Russell Tears It Up on New Album, “Metal Improved”
Brad Russell has been wowing us for years with his incredible chops and musicality. Those skills are on full display on his new album, “Metal Improved,” which features his virtuosic playing taking the lead.
Weekly Top 10: August 12-18, 2023
This week’s top 10 articles on No Treble include some new bass gear, albums, a cool “From the Bottom” column, a lesson on arpeggios, and more.
Jon Willis: Baby Come Back
Our friend Jon Willis is back with another impressive play-along video. This time, he takes on the Player’s hit “Baby Come Back,” focusing on recreating Ronn Moss’s original line and tone.
Oteil Burbridge Unveils New Album, “Lovely View of Heaven”
This summer, Dead & Company made their final tour. For bassist Oteil Burbridge, though, the music never stops. He’s just released the details of a new solo album. “Lovely View of Heaven” pays tribute to the music of the late Jerry Garcia and Robert Hunter.