Archive for 2023 - Page 12
Fusion is Awesome: An Interview with Scott Devine of Scott’s Bass Lessons
In this new interview with Scott Devine of Scott's Bass Lessons, we discuss why fusion gets a bad rap, “The Devine King Project,” why fusion artists don't get the recognition they deserve nowadays, and more.
In Conversation: Sonny Emory and Nathan East
Today’s video features two legends of the music industry. Virtuosos Nathan East and Sonny Emory sit down at Yamaha Japan and talk about this art form we call music.
Geddy Lee’s Memoir, “My Effin’ Life,” Out Now
At long last, Geddy Lee’s new memoir, “My Effin’ Life,” is here. The book covers more than his time in Rush. In it, Lee gets into his family roots, the traumas of his life, his hobbies, and more.
I Shoulda Loved Ya: Breaking Down Disco’s Last Great Bass Line
In this episode of “From The Bottom,” Paul Thompson breaks down one of Disco’s last hits from 1980: “I Shoulda Loved Ya” by Narada Michael Walden, and the excellent bass work of T.M. Stevens.
Paul Gilbert: Shredding on Double Bass
I don’t know how I missed this video back in February, but it is killer. Paul Gilbert was promoting his “The Dio Album,” and he did so by shredding on the double bass.
Reader Spotlight: Steve Leggett
Meet Steve Leggett, a bassist from Manchester who is a very busy guy, as you’ll see in this new Reader Spotlight interview.
Jenny Lewis with Ryan Madora: Joy’all
No Treble contributor Ryan Madora shared this video with us, and we’re digging this on multiple levels. Here’s Ryan backing Jenny Lewis on “Joy'all.”
Doom Flamingo, Featuring Ryan Stasik, Announce New Tour Dates
Ryan Stasik and Doom Flamingo has announced a new set of tour dates for 2024. The bassist, also known for his work in Umphrey’s McGee, and the group will be kicking things off on January 26th
Bass of the Week: 13 Custom Instruments Alex 4
Austria’s 13 Custom Instruments recently completed a gorgeous bass they dubbed the Alex 4, which caught my attention.
Charles Berthoud: How To Practice Bass Effectively
Charles Berthoud shared a great video on his BassCamp channel, where he dives into topics to design a practice routine for bassists. In this video, he breaks things down with seven tips.
Måneskin Releases Expanded Edition of “RUSH!”
After releasing it in January, Måneskin has reissued their third studio album “RUSH!” with a new deluxe edition called “RUSH! (Are U Coming?).” Bassist Victora De Angelis (who recently guested on the new Duran Duran album) is her usual dynamic self on the new songs.
Weekly Top 10: November 4-11, 2023
Time for the weekly “best of bass” roundup. Here’s your list of what was trending this week on No Treble, with another bonus top 10 list inside.