Archive for 2024 - Page 79
AC/DC Announces European Tour with New Bassist
AC/DC has announced the Power Up European tour, but Cliff Williams will not be on the bill. The group will be joined by Chris Chaney.
What Guitar Players Need To Know About Playing Bass
If you're looking to make the leap from guitar to bass, this lesson is for you. Yes, the fretboard looks the same, but the technique is very different.
Randy Brecker, Aaron Germain, Adam Shulman, and Deszon Claiborne: Leap Hour
Aaron Germain sent us a new video that includes some exciting news. From his upcoming EP with Randy Brecker, here’s “Leap Hour.”
Joe Dart Drives the Groove on “The Fearless Flyers IV”
Get ready to take flight: The Fearless Flyers are at it again! The band has just released “The Fearless Flyers IV,” featuring songs captured at the Blue Note in New York City.
Fodera Introduces the Ryan Martinie “Black Beauty” Standard Bass
Mudvayne bassist Ryan Martinie’s signature line of Fodera instruments has gotten a new member as the company has announced the “Black Beauty” Standard bass.
The Wooten Brothers: Live at the Troubadour (January 25, 2024)
The Wooten Brothers performed at the Troubadour on January 25, 2024. Thankfully, Youtuber The Jason was there to film it. Check out Victor Wooten on the 5-string!
Herbie Hancock Reunites Original Head Hunters Band for 50th Anniversary Concert
The music from Herbie Hancock’s career can be described as influential, but for bassists, the “Head Hunters” album may take the cake. The keyboardist has announced a concert that’s being called the first performance from the original Head Hunters since 1973.
Bass of the Week: Stambaugh Designs Custom Bass
I love it when readers share their basses with us. Jonathan Chase sent us the details of his new axe from luthier Chris Stambaugh, and it’s a real beauty.
Charles Berthoud: When System of a Down Gives You Two Minutes to Audition
Charles Berthoud is turning things up with this video, where he takes System of a Down’s “BYOB” and makes it his own. Bernth joined Charles in this adventure, which is broken down in 10 sections.
Incubus Announce New Bassist, 2024 Arena Tour
Incubus has announced a U.S. arena tour for 2024 during which they will be performing their career-defining album Morning View in its entirety. They also made an important announcement to their lineup.
Weekly Top 10: February 3-9, 2023
Bass news from the 2024 NAMM Show continues to roll – and continues to be popular. That, plus some other bass goodness makes up this week’s top 10 list on No Treble.
Sire Guitars Unveils Z-Series Basses
Sire attended the 2024 NAMM Show to launch several new lines of basses, including the Z Series. It has two basses – the Z3 and the Z7 – that are their take on a classic bass design.