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Sterling By Music Man Launches the Intro Series StingRay Bass
Sterling by Music Man has launched two new instruments in their Intro Series, including one bass: the Intro Series StingRay. The new series aims to bring the classic bass design to a highly accessible price.
Al Di Meola: Live in Berlin
Victor’s Places shared this exciting video of Al Di Meola and his band performing live in Berlin. The clip features three tunes by the band, which includes Philippe Saisse on keyboards, Mike Pope on bass, Gumbi Ortiz on percussion, and Luis Alicea on drums.
Mingus Big Band Releases “Centennial Sessions, Vol. 2”
The Mingus Big Band has been keeping bassist/composer Charles Mingus’ legacy going ever since his passing. The group celebrated what would have been his 100th birthday in 2022 with an album called “The Charles Mingus Centennial Sessions Vol. 1,” and now the second edition is available.
Bass of the Week: EBG Instruments EBG-4 Jigsaw
EBG Instruments is already preparing for the Guitar Summit and the NAMM Show by assembling an arsenal of instruments. That includes this four-string EBG-4 Jigsaw in a Cerulean Blue Metallic finish, which is their signature body shape.
Ulysses Owens Jr. & Generation Y: “Heart-Shaped Box” (Jazz Cover)
Ulysses Owens Jr. does cool things with songs. Drumeo offered up a new challenge for him: take Nirvana’s “Heart-Shaped Box” and perform it with a jazz ensemble.
Tony Levin Announces Solo Album, “Bringing It Down To The Bass”
It’s a big year for Tony Levin. He’s gearing up for the highly anticipated BEAT tour, but he’s also just announced that he’s releasing a solo album next month, too. “Bringing It Down to the Bass” marks the bass icon’s seventh solo album and his first since 2007.
Charles Berthoud: Get Lucky
Daft Punk’s “Get Lucky” is always a favorite tune for bassists to cover. Charles Berthoud does his thing with the bass line and a whole lot more.
Weekly Top 10: The Top 10 Bass Articles for August 10-16, 2024
This week’s top 10 reader-favorite list on No Treble includes plenty of bass gear, a full concert by Vulfpeck, Ryan’s latest “Keep It Groovy” lesson, Peat Rain’s 2024 tour diary, and more.
Jaco Pastorius: Slang (Live in Reggio Emilia, 1980)
The Jaco Pastorius Archive dropped another live recording, and this one is special. Recorded in Italy in 1980, here’s Jaco performing his famous “Slang” solo. This one is different from a lot of versions you’ve heard.
Divinity Roxx Releases Family-Friendly “World Wide Playdate”
Divinity Roxx has returned with a new album the whole family can love. “World Wide Playdate” is her second album geared toward kids, following up on 2021’s “Ready Set Go!”
Fender Introduces Cobalt Chrome Bass Pickup Sets
Fender has unveiled a new line of pickups called the Cobalt Chrome Bass Pickup sets. Designed by tone expert Tim Shaw, the sets feature a proprietary blend of FeCrCo magnets for a rich tone.
FORQ: Song For Jim
It is always exciting to hear new music from FORQ. They just dropped the video for “Song For Jim,” which is on their upcoming album, “Big Party.”