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Mohini Dey Releases Self-Titled Debut Solo Album
New Albums

Mohini Dey Releases Self-Titled Debut Solo Album

After years of recording, performing, and sharing her talents on social media, Mohini Dey has released her debut solo album. Although there’s a wide range of genres, they’re put together for a cohesive sound.

Wonder Women: Suzi Quatro
Wonder Women

Wonder Women: Suzi Quatro

Suzi Quatro was a groundbreaking icon. In this edition of “Wonder Women: Stories From the Women Who Play Bass,” we delve into Quatro’s journey.

KNULP: Bohemian Rhapsody
Bass Videos

KNULP: Bohemian Rhapsody

The multi-instrumentalist known as KNULP is back with another incredibly impressive cover. She takes on Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody” in this one, handling the vocals, piano, guitar, bass, and drums.

Reader Spotlight: Roger McLachlan
Reader Spotlight

Reader Spotlight: Roger McLachlan

Meet Roger McLachlan, an accomplished bassist of 55 years. He has quite the story to tell.

Dead Note Exercise: Practice Walking Bass and Add Dead Notes (E to A)
Keep It Groovy

Dead Note Exercise: Practice Walking Bass and Add Dead Notes (E to A)

In this “Keep It Groovy” lesson, Ryan Madora takes a simple walking bass line that moves from E to A (or I to IV) to demonstrate how to add dead notes to add more rhythmic interest.

Charles Berthoud: Ain’t No Sunshine
Bass Videos

Charles Berthoud: Ain’t No Sunshine

Charles Berthoud took the Bill Withers hit, “Ain’t No Sunshine,” and turned it into a spectacular solo piece for acoustic bass guitar.

NICKO Explores Ambient Tones On “CONTEXT I”
New Albums

NICKO Explores Ambient Tones On “CONTEXT I”

After releasing a debut album earlier this year, bassist and electronic producer NICKO has returned with a second album. While his first record took its cues from video game soundtracks, “CONTEXT I” is his first foray into ambient soundscapes.

Ampeg Unveils the Venture Series Bass Amps and Cabinets
Amps

Ampeg Unveils the Venture Series Bass Amps and Cabinets

Ampeg has launched a new line of bass amps and cabinets focused on modern style and features. The Venture Series includes three heads and five cabs.

Vincen García: Aprieta
Bass Videos

Vincen García: Aprieta

I always get excited when I find a new bassist to check out. If you do, too, then you need to watch this. “Aprieta” is from Vincen García’s debut album, “Ventura.” The bassist leads a full band from the bottom with blazing bass lines punctuated by ghost notes.

Cannibal Corpse Returns with “Chaos Horrific”
New Albums

Cannibal Corpse Returns with “Chaos Horrific”

2023 marks 35 years since the formation of death metal pioneers Cannibal Corpse, but they’re not resting on their laurels. The band has just released their sixteenth studio album, “Chaos Horrific,” and they’re hitting the road to share it with fans.

Bass of the Week: Omer Al-Katib’s Double-Neck Bass-Tar
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: Omer Al-Katib’s Double-Neck Bass-Tar

Double-neck instruments have captured the imagination of rock fans for decades. Today, we’re featuring a bass that’s also a dream come true: Omer Al-Katib’s Doubleneck “Bass-Tar.”

Kiki Ikik: Graduation Concert
Bass Videos

Kiki Ikik: Graduation Concert

No Treble reader Kiki Ikik sent us this video of her graduation concert, and she covered a lot of ground. Check out her performance and solos!