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.
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.
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.
Jack White Maps Out Massive 2026 Tour Extension With Dominic John Davis
Jack White has expanded his 2026 tour with new dates across Europe and North America. Longtime bassist Dominic John Davis joins the run following White’s new singles and SNL performance.
Inside Nine Inch Nails: Stu Brooks on the Gig, the Gear, and the Grind
Stu Brooks shares how he joined Nine Inch Nails, prepared for the gig, and built a massive multi-instrument touring rig for the Peel It Back tour.
Trickfish Amplification Launches Single Coil, Split Coil, and Dual Coil Bass Pickups
Trickfish Amplification has launched its first bass pickups, with Single Coil, Split Coil, and Dual Coil models available in multiple soapbar sizes.
Yuichiro Yokouchi, Fujigen Founder and Guitar Industry Pioneer, Dies at 98
Yuichiro Yokouchi, founder of Fujigen and a key figure in Japan’s instrument industry, has died at 98. His work helped shape generations of basses and guitars.
The Wait Is Over: Gallien-Krueger’s RB Legacy 1001 and 2001 Are Now Shipping
Gallien-Krueger’s RB Legacy 1001 and 2001 are now shipping, delivering analog tone, massive output via Class H power, and new studio-ready features for bassists.
Contacting the Mothership: Pops Magellan’s DAMAGE Live at EastWest Studios
Bassist Pops Magellan has released "DAMAGE (Live at EastWest Studios)," a new three-song live EP featuring one-take performances captured at Hollywood’s EastWest Studios.