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Kevin Johnson

Kevin Johnson

Managing Editor

Kevin joined No Treble in 2009 as a contributor and later became the Managing Editor. Kevin is a true bass enthusiast and activist. In addition to writing for No Treble, he is Jazz Division Head for the Bass Coalition, which seeks to foster community and education through promoting local bass events including workshops, performances, and other events. He’s also a freelance bassist and teacher in the Northern Virginia area. Though his performances revolve around jazz, Kevin appreciates all genres of music, from R&B to metal and everything in between.

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The Wood Brothers Announce “Rollin’ On,” Give Tom Petty’s “You Wreck Me” a Funky Turn
New Albums

The Wood Brothers Announce “Rollin’ On,” Give Tom Petty’s “You Wreck Me” a Funky Turn

The Wood Brothers announce "Rollin’ On," a live album arriving January 29, 2027, and preview it with a funky take on Tom Petty’s “You Wreck Me” featuring Chris Wood.

2027 Bass Magazine Awards to Honor Geezer Butler, Flea, Bootsy Collins and More
Events

2027 Bass Magazine Awards to Honor Geezer Butler, Flea, Bootsy Collins and More

The 2027 Bass Magazine Awards will honor Geezer Butler, Flea, Bootsy Collins, Robert DeLeo, Nathan Watts and Meshell Ndegeocello at NAMM in Anaheim this January.

Lusithand Devices Packs Four-Band EQ and Extra Headroom Into the Codex Bass Preamp
Pedals & Effects

Lusithand Devices Packs Four-Band EQ and Extra Headroom Into the Codex Bass Preamp

Lusithand Devices introduces the Codex bass preamp pedal with a four-band EQ, Contour control, Attack switch, and an internal voltage converter for added headroom.

Rhonda Smith and The Power of 3 Bring an Unheard Hendrix Riff to Life
New Albums

Rhonda Smith and The Power of 3 Bring an Unheard Hendrix Riff to Life

Rhonda Smith joins Orianthi and Cindy Blackman Santana in The Power of 3. Hear “Taxi,” built around an unheard Jimi Hendrix riff, ahead of their debut album.

Bass of the Week: Drake’s Stunning Take on the Short-Scale Hollowbody
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: Drake’s Stunning Take on the Short-Scale Hollowbody

This Drake Custom Bass hollowbody pairs a hand-carved curly maple top and vintage styling with Brooks pickups, stainless steel frets, and a short scale.

Derek Frank Turns a No-Rehearsal Gig Into a Live Funk Workout on “In Case You Missed It, Vol. 2”
New Albums

Derek Frank Turns a No-Rehearsal Gig Into a Live Funk Workout on “In Case You Missed It, Vol. 2”

Derek Frank’s new live album captures his seven-piece band at the Baked Potato with no rehearsal, original grooves, and covers of The Meters and Tower of Power.

This Week in Bass: Bogensperger’s Bold Design, Brian Cook’s Crushing Tone, and Anna Butterss
Weekly Top 10

This Week in Bass: Bogensperger’s Bold Design, Brian Cook’s Crushing Tone, and Anna Butterss

This week’s top bass stories include the Bogensperger 0005P, Brian Cook’s crushing KEXP performance, Anna Butterss’s departure from the 400 Unit, and more.

Blu DeTiger Brings Bass, Disco, and Downtown Energy to “N.Y. Baby”
New Albums

Blu DeTiger Brings Bass, Disco, and Downtown Energy to “N.Y. Baby”

Blu DeTiger brings bass-driven funk, disco, and house together on her second album, “N.Y. Baby,” with guests including Flavor Flav, Holly Walker, and Jon Batiste.

Randy Fullmer’s Legacy Lives On in New Wyn Tribute Bass Line
Basses

Randy Fullmer’s Legacy Lives On in New Wyn Tribute Bass Line

Lea Bass Guitars honors Randy Fullmer with the Wyn Tribute line, featuring his designs and original components, with proceeds supporting cancer research.

Ministry Brings Paul Barker Back for One Last Stand on Farewell Album
New Albums

Ministry Brings Paul Barker Back for One Last Stand on Farewell Album

Ministry releases its final album, “Hate to Go - Take Out Or Delivery,” featuring bassist Paul D'Amour and Paul Barker's first appearance in over 20 years.

Fender x Loog Precision Bass Brings an Icon to Small Hands
Basses

Fender x Loog Precision Bass Brings an Icon to Small Hands

The Fender x Loog Precision Bass marks Loog’s first bass with three strings, a 20.6-inch scale, and learning tools designed to help young players get started.

Rush Bringing “2112” and “Moving Pictures” to Sphere in 2027
Concerts & Tours

Rush Bringing “2112” and “Moving Pictures” to Sphere in 2027

Rush will play five nights at Sphere in May 2027, with Geddy Lee promising full performances of “2112” and “Moving Pictures” alongside other catalog favorites.