KNULP: While My Guitar Gently Weeps
Multi-instrumentalist KNULP is back with a new cover, and this one is as impressive. Taking on George Harrison’s “While My Guitar Gently Weeps,” KNULP handles all the instruments and vocals.
Weekly Top 10: December 30 – January 5th
Here’s your weekly roundup of what’s been popular on No Treble, spanning the last part of 2023 and the start of the new year.
Blame It On The Boogie (Featuring Juna Serita)
Juna Serita has been busy lately! We keep seeing videos pop up featuring the bassist, including this performance of “Blame It On The Boogie.”
Aaron Gibson: Peek at the Last Page
It’s always nice to see another video from Aaron Gibson, and this is another he deems a “first draft.” This is “Peek at the Last Page,” which already sounds awesome to us.
First Circle: Phase Dance
I love going back to the Pat Metheny Group Tribute Band First Circle and their videos. Here’s one I recently enjoyed, with the band performing “Phase Dance” from PMG’s debut album, “Pat Metheny Group.”
Lorenzo Feliciati: Morning Wow
Our good friend Lorenzo Feliciati sent us this video, which is the first single from his upcoming album, Second Rumble. “Morning Wow” showcases Lorenzo’s remarkable bass playing and composition skills.
Reader Spotlight: Chris Hardy
Meet Chris Hardy, a long-time bassist who went from performing in bands to becoming a solo artist. Chris is this week’s No Treble reader in the spotlight. Here’s his story...
Leland Sklar: James Taylor’s “There We Are” Play Along
Leland Sklar closed out 2023 with another one of his terrific videos, sharing stories, music, and some hilarious comments along the way. In this clip, he plays along to James Taylor’s “There We Are.”
2023 Reader Favorite Bassists – #1: Tal Wilkenfeld
We’ve reached the top of the list, and this year’s reader-favorite bassist is Tal Wilkenfeld. Tal was busy this year, touring with the Allman Betts Family Revival and Incubus and recording some great music with Scary Goldings and Scary Pockets.
2023 Reader Favorite Bassists – #2: Charles Berthoud
Watching Charles Berthoud play is a jaw-dropping experience. So, seeing him on the top 10 list for 2023 is no surprise. He lands at #2 on the 2023 reader favorite bassist list.
2023 Reader Favorite Bassists – #3: Geezer Butler
Geezer Butler wasn’t featured a ton on No Treble in 2023, but the news was huge. As a result, he lands at #3 on this year's reader favorite bassists list.
2023 Reader Favorite Bassists – #4: Ellen Alaverdyan
Ellen Alaverdyan is a truly inspiring bassist. The young musician turned 11 in 2023, and continued recording her videos showcasing her skills and growth. Ellen once again makes the annual reader favorite bassists list for 2023.