Archive for 2023 - Page 77
From the Bottom: The DAZZling Bass Line Behind “Let It Whip”
In this “From the Bottom” episode, Paul Thompson revisits one of the great R&B/funk groups of the 1980s. Check out his breakdown of The Dazz Band and their iconic hit, “Let It Whip,” and why Michael Wiley is a name you should know.
S.M.V.: Thunder (Live)
Zycopolis TV shared this video this morning, and it is a great blast from the past. Filmed at Paradiso 2008, here’s the trio of Stanley Clark, Marcus Miller, and Victor Wooten (known as S.M.V.) performing “Thunder.”
In Memoriam: Steve Mackey
Steve Mackey, who played bass for the Britpop band Pulp, has passed away after a prolonged illness. He was 56 years old. The news was shared by his wife, Katie Grand, on Mackey’s Instagram page.
Groove – Episode #99: Ryan Gullen
The Sheepdogs built their name on hard work and determination. Ryan Gullen's commitment to his craft and willingness to push the boundaries of what is possible with the bass guitar has helped the band evolve their sound over the years and stay fresh and exciting. We chat with him in this episode.
Jeff Beck: You Know You Know
My friend Jim Miller shared this video on Facebook recently, and I was surprised I hadn’t seen it before. Here’s Jeff Beck with Rhonda Smith performing one of my all-time favorite tunes, Mahavishnu Orchestra’s “You Know You Know,” live in Tokyo.
Fender Unveils Troy Sanders Signature Precision Bass
Mastodon’s Troy Sanders has once again teamed up with Fender to create a signature axe. The company describes the new Fender Troy Sanders Precision Bass as the “ultimate weapon for heavy metal enthusiasts.”
Keep It Groovy: Using Open Strings: How To Play A Slow Blues In C
Today’s “Keep It Groovy” lesson is all about versatility, understanding the fretboard, and integrating open strings. This one piggybacks off a previous lesson on playing a slow blues. This time, we’ll find the bass part in a different position.
The Hindley Street Country Club: Long Train Runnin’
The Hindley Street Country Club is a band in Adelaide, South Australia, started by bassist Constantine Delo. Here’s a great video of the band performing The Doobie Brothers’ tune, “Long Train Runnin’.”
Bass Gear Roundup: The Top Gear Stories in February 2023
The new year has been going strong with new gear stories, and readers are reading them at an all-time high. Here is your roundup of the top bass gear stories we reported in February.
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
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
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.