Archive for 2026 - Page 7
Groove Podcast: Eric Revis of Branford Marsalis
Groove Podcast: Eric Revis shares his journey from electric to upright bass, exploring tone, discipline, and modern jazz philosophy in this Montreal Jazz Festival interview.
Bass of the Week: FGN’s Mighty Power JMP2-AL-R Packs Punch with a Unique Twist
FGN’s Mighty Power JMP2-AL-R bass blends classic tone with modern innovation, featuring reversed Seymour Duncan pickups and the Circle Fretting System.
I Built The Sky’s “Fuel To Fly” Blends Precision Prog with a Powerful Low-End Core
I Built The Sky pushes modern instrumental prog forward on “Fuel To Fly,” with Toby Peterson-Stewart holding down the low end on a 5-string Dingwall.
Former Men Without Hats Bassist Alain Lefebvre, aka Al Gunn, Has Died
Former Men Without Hats bassist Alain Lefebvre, aka Al Gunn, has passed away. He was also a longtime Montreal luthier and fixture in the guitar repair community.
Weekly Top 10: Bill Laswell Benefit, Gallien-Krueger’s RB Legacy Now Shipping, and More
Catch up on No Treble’s most-read stories of the week, including Bill Laswell’s fundraiser, Gallien-Krueger’s RB Legacy amps, and the McGrath Thunderhorse.
Watch Jack White Turn Coachella 2026 Into a “Seven Nation Army” Singalong
At Coachella, Jack White ends his set with “Seven Nation Army,” driven by Dominic Davis on vintage Jazz Bass and a crowd song-a-long.
From Viral to Vinyl: Angine de Poitrine Announces Global Physical Release
Angine de Poitrine announces global vinyl and CD releases for "Vol. I" and "Vol. II" as their 2026 tour continues to sell out worldwide.
Upton Bass Unveils the UPTONe, a Combo Amp Built Specifically for Upright Bass
Upton Bass has introduced the UPTONe, a 200-watt combo amplifier designed specifically for upright bass, with a custom cabinet and Eminence woofer.
Dogstar’s ‘Joy’ Rides a Clean Groove from Bassist Keanu Reeves
Dogstar drop “Joy,” their second video in recent months, featuring Keanu Reeves on Fender PJ and GK Legacy RB, locking into a tight, driving groove.
Yes Unleashes “Aurora”: Hear the Cinematic New Single Featuring Billy Sherwood
Yes has announced its 24th studio album, "Aurora," due June 12, and released the title track featuring Billy Sherwood’s melodic bass work.
Ernie Ball Launches Fast Pitch Clip-On Tuner for Bass, Guitar, and More
The Ernie Ball Fast Pitch Clip-On Tuner offers chromatic tuning, a bright LCD screen, and a rotating clip for bassists and other string players.
Proof That Taste Wins: Leland Sklar with Phil Collins, Live in 1990
This complete 1990 Berlin show captures Phil Collins at full scale, with Leland Sklar locking in the groove and holding together a massive band.











