Happy 15th Birthday, No Treble
Today is No Treble's 15th birthday. I had high hopes when I pushed the button on May 2nd, 2009. Over the years, this site has surpassed everything I imagined.
Bass Gear Roundup: The Top Gear Stories in April 2024
April was a surprisingly great month for bass gear news. This month’s Bass Gear Roundup includes the most viewed in our gear category and overall on No Treble.
Black Hole Constellation: The Outsiders Saga II.
Black Hole Constellation’s Michal Jahoda sent us this “bass ballad recorded in medieval underground” video. Michal plays throught the ending of “The Outsiders Saga II,” which is on Black Hole Constellation’s album, “Garden of Deception Delights.”
Weekly Top 10: April 20-26, 2024
Here’s your weekly roundup of what’s trending in the world of bass. This week’s list includes new bass gear, a great new column by Paul Thompson, Brittany Frompovich’s latest “Wonder Women” interview, new albums, and more.
Playing For Change Band: What’s Up / Don’t Worry Be Happy
The talented Playing For Change Band performed this incredible medley of 4 Non Blondes’ “What’s Up” and Bobby McFerrin’s “Don’t Worry Be Happy” at the 2024 Byron Bay Bluesfest.
Scott Devine and Ian Allison: How “Sledgehammer” Changed the History of Bass FOREVER
I love the Scott Devine’s and Ian Allison’s videos where they break down songs and bass lines. In this episode, they take on one of the greatest of all time: Tony Levin’s work on “Sledgehammer” – and more.
Tony Senatore: “Too Shy To Say” (A Tribute to Leona and Carla)
Tony Senatore sent us this touching video, which he recorded as a tribute to Leona Semioli and Carla Bley. He chose Stevie Wonder’s “Too Shy To Say.”
Charles Berthoud: “Under The Bridge” On Fretless Bass
I love when Charles Berthoud reimagines songs on the fretless bass. In this new video, he takes on the Red Hot Chili Peppers tune, “Under The Bridge.”
Zander Zon: American Elm
Zander Zon titled this video, “Is this the most ethereal JAZZ melody ever?” The bassist took on Janek Gwizdala’s “American Elm,” adding helpful information throughout.
Weekly Top 10: April 13-19, 2024
Time for your weekly roundup of the most popular articles from the world of bass. This week’s list includes plenty of gear, a great Jaco Pastorius solo transcription, tour news, and more.
The Plate Scrapers: Man in a Hat
Today is No Treble Managing Editor Kevin Johnson’s birthday, and we’re celebrating with some good stuff from The Plate Scrapers.
Snarky Puppy + Metropole Orkest: The Curtain (Alternate Take)
I absolutely love Snarky Puppy’s work with the Metropole Orkest. So it was exciting to see them drop a new video, which came with an announcement. Here’s an alternate take of “The Curtain.”











