The Best of 2025 on No Treble: Our Complete Year-End Roundup
Catch up on all of No Treble’s Best of 2025 features in one place, from standout bassists to essential gear and lessons.
MonoNeon Releases “This Dirt Loves Me More Than You,” a Funk-Soaked Meditation on Family and Faith
MonoNeon launches 2026 with "This Dirt Loves Me More Than You," a deeply personal album blending funk, family, faith, and microtonal experimentation.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists – #1: Why Les Claypool Still Leads the Way
Les Claypool finishes at No. 1 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list following a standout year of gear, touring, and Primus highlights.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Paul McCartney Rises to #2
Paul McCartney rises to No. 2 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list after a year of touring, releases, and renewed fan attention.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Black Sabbath’s Geezer Butler Reaches #3
Geezer Butler reaches No. 3 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list following Black Sabbath’s final performance and deep dives into his gear.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Anthony Jackson’s Legacy Remembered at #4
Anthony Jackson is remembered at No. 4 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list following an outpouring of tributes from the bass community.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Tony Levin Returns at #5
From BEAT’s live album to news of new King Crimson material, Tony Levin checks in at No. 5 on No Treble’s 2025 list.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Robert Trujillo Brings the Bass Thunder at #6
Robert Trujillo takes the No. 6 spot on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list after a year spanning metal milestones and new gear.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Geddy Lee Comes in at #7
Geddy Lee comes in at No. 7 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list after a year filled with releases, gear, and renewed Rush buzz.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Charles Berthoud Checks In at #8
Charles Berthoud lands at No. 8 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list after a year of boundary-pushing collaborations and solo bass work.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Pino Palladino Banner Year Lands Him at #9
Pino Palladino lands at No. 9 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list after a banner year of signature gear, albums, and performances.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Victor Wooten Opens the 2025 List at #10
Victor Wooten starts No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list at No. 10 after another highly visible year.