No Treble’s 2024 Reader Favorite Bassists: What Made Robert Trujillo Stand Out at #10

Robert Trujillo

Editor’s Note: At the end of each year, we tally up all the article and video views on No Treble to come up with a list of the top 10 most popular bassists. This is entirely based on readership, not on opinions, polls, or anything else. Just having some fun.

2024 was a monumental year for Robert Trujillo, both with and beyond Metallica. The band’s M72 World Tour dominated stages worldwide and has even been extended into 2025.

Meanwhile, Trujillo made headlines for stepping back into the studio with Infectious Grooves, reigniting excitement for fans of his funk-metal roots.

Perhaps the biggest surprise was his video collaboration with Marcus Miller—a compelling conversation where two bass icons shared insights on carving unique paths in music.

These standout moments and others cemented Trujillo’s spot at #10 on this year’s reader favorite list.

Infectious Grooves, Featuring Robert Trujillo, Are Back in the Studio

Infectious Grooves, Featuring Robert Trujillo, Are Back in the Studio

Infectious Grooves has recorded new music and will go on tour with ex-Slipknot drummer Jay Weinberg and Metallica’s (and a former Suicidal Tendencies) bassist Robert Trujillo.
Robert Trujillo & Marcus Miller (featuring Brad Wilk): Carve Your Own Path

Robert Trujillo & Marcus Miller (featuring Brad Wilk): Carve Your Own Path

In this amazing new video created by Dunlop Bass Strings, Marcus Miller and Robert Trujillo sit down to discuss how they carved their own path.
Dunlop Launches Robert Trujillo Signature Strings

Dunlop Launches Robert Trujillo Signature Strings

Dunlop has teamed up with Metallica’s Robert Trujillo to unveil the latest in their signature series of bass strings. The set was designed with the bassist to complement his signature sound.
Jerry Cantrell Taps Robert Trujillo, Duff McKagan for “I Want Blood”

Jerry Cantrell Taps Robert Trujillo, Duff McKagan for “I Want Blood”

Alice in Chains guitarist Jerry Cantrell has released his fourth solo album with “I Want Blood.” As the name suggests, the album comes with a healthy dose of aggression and heaviness.
Metallica Extends M72 World Tour Into 2025

Metallica Extends M72 World Tour Into 2025

Metallica is extending its M72 World Tour into 2025 with a new set of North American dates. The band will be supported by Pantera, Suicidal Tendencies, Limp Bizkit, and Ice Nine Kills.

Corey Brown is the founder of No Treble and serves in an advisory role. He’s also Head of Editorial at Muse Group. Learn more about Corey on his website and LinkedIn.

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