Archive for 2023 - Page 78

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.

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 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.

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

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.”

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 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.

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.

With the passing of Rolling Stones drummer Charlie Watts in 2021, the internet was ablaze with hopes of a supergroup between the surviving Stones and Beatles members. Now it seems at least part of that is coming to fruition.

Sometimes a good bass line is all you need. Singer/songwriter extraordinaire Suzanne Vega knows that. Here’s an amazing clip of her performing “Left of Center” with longtime bassist Mike Visceglia, who delivers a masterclass in accompaniment.

Groove master Sharay Reed has released a new EP simply titled “Bass.” Reed’s big, beautiful tone is ever-present as he grooves, comps, and solos over the tracks.