Archive for August 2024 - Page 8
Becos FX Introduces the CompIQ Twain Pro Compressor MK2 Pedal
Becos FX has redesigned one of its compressor pedals to announce the CompIQ Twain Pro MK2. The dual-band/stacked compressor pedal is made for bass, guitar, and any other electric instruments.
“Ready” Freddie Washington Breaks Down His Most Iconic Bass Lines
In this video, Ready Freddie Washington speaks on a multitude of subjects and also breaks down some of his most iconic bass lines.
MonoNeon Releases “Quilted Stereo” with George Clinton and Mavis Staples
MonoNeon has returned with a new album called “Quilted Stereo,” which sees the funk visionary continuing to hone his craft and songwriting. The album features two megastar contributions from MonoNeon’s living influences: George Clinton and Mavis Staples.
Bass Gear Roundup: The Top Gear Stories in July 2024
We’re all bass gear nerds here at NT HQ. It is clear that many of you are the same. Our bass gear coverage always ranks high on the site, and these ten stories ranked the highest among readers for July.
Joey Calderazzo, John Patitucci, and Dave Weckl: “Chickmonk” (Live in Italy – 2024)
Dave Weckl shared this video of him performing with John Patitucci and Joey Calderazzo in Cremona, Italy this year. The trio performed “Chickmonk,” which Patitucci wrote for Chick Corea and Thelonius Monk.
Groove – Episode #116: Marcus Miller
When word got out that Marcus Miller would be a featured artist at this year’s Montreal International Jazz Festival, I pounced at the chance to (finally) meet him for a conversation for this podcast. The good news is that this interview happened.