Weekly Top 10: December 30 – January 5th

NUX has added to their range of wireless products with the B-8, a wireless system that includes a tuner, a boost, an effects loop, and a DI all in one pedal-sized package.

Let’s bring in the new year with a touch of theory and chord building on the bass. This lesson is all about 10th chords... what they are, how to play them, and a quick exercise to help you practice major and minor chords.

A decade after their last North American trek, Swedish pop/fusion power trio Dirty Loops has announced an extensive tour of the United States and Canada.

Julia Hofer is closing out 2023 with a list of her five favorite bass lines of 2023.

Few bassists have etched their legacy as indelibly as Rodney “Skeet” Curtis. This is a reflection on his 40-year odyssey, and it reveals not just a musician but a maestro who has continually redefined the electric bass. Skeet is our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - The No Treble Podcast.

Less than two months after being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, it seems that Rage Against The Machine has once again disbanded. Drummer Brad Wilk posted a message on Instagram thanking fans and “every person who has ever supported us.”

Meet Chris Hardy, a long-time bassist who went from performing in bands to becoming a solo artist. Chris is this week’s No Treble reader in the spotlight. Here’s his story...

Singer-songwriter Jenny Lewis has announced a new leg of touring in support of her latest album, “Joy’all.” Lewis assembled a killer band for the tour including bassist (and No Treble contributor) Ryan Madora.

Remember when Rush worked cartoon theme music into one of their recordings? In this “From the Bottom” episode, Paul Thompson digs into “La Villa Strangiato,” and shows us how Raymond Scott will always be linked to this epic prog rock instrumental.

Leland Sklar closed out 2023 with another one of his terrific videos, sharing stories, music, and some hilarious comments along the way. In this clip, he plays along to James Taylor’s “There We Are.”