Archive for March 2026

Sadowsky has introduced its MetroExpress 6-string bass line after two years of prototyping, with Modern and Vintage J/J models developed with input from Steve Bailey.

In this studio session, Donny Benét uses a vintage fretless Music Man to shape “Horses,” proving a simple groove with the right feel can carry everything.

Doug Irwin, the legendary luthier behind Jerry Garcia’s Wolf, Tiger, Rosebud, and more, has died at 76. He also left a lasting mark on bass history.

Devon Smullen’s J6 Modern pairs a vivid dye-stabilized boxwood burl top with Bartolini dual-coil pickups, a Gregory 18-volt preamp, and premium custom details.

David Ellefson and Jeff Scott Soto have released two new Ellefson-Soto covers, taking on FEAR’s “IDCAY” and Elvis Presley’s “Jailhouse Rock.”

Rush open a new chapter at the Juno Awards, debuting Anika Nilles on drums with a powerful return to their 1974 track “Finding My Way.”

Miroslav Vitous has returned with "Mountain Call", his first ECM album as a leader in a decade, featuring Jack DeJohnette, Michel Portal, and Esperanza Spalding.

Marcus Miller takes over DC JazzFest 2025 with a full-length set, dialing in his Fender Jazz Bass and Markbass tone across 77 minutes of focused, dynamic playing.

Peter Cetera’s classic Chicago performance, Fender’s 75th anniversary Precision Bass collection, new gear, lessons, and more in No Treble’s Weekly Top 10 for Mar. 21-27, 2026.

Joe Lally discusses The Messthetics’ new album "Deface the Currency," his years with Fugazi, bass gear, recording with Steve Albini, and his philosophy on groove, riffs, and authenticity.

Joe Dart leads the Fearless Flyers through a high-energy masterclass in groove, with tight interplay and a pocket that never loosens. (

Paul McCartney has announced his new solo album, The Boys of Dungeon Lane, due May 29, and shared the nostalgic lead single “Days We Left Behind.”