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Meshell Ndegeocello Honors James Baldwin on “No More Water”
This year marks the centennial of James Baldwin, whose writing and activism influenced generations to come. One artist that has been deeply affected by his work is bassist, singer, and composer Meshell Ndegeocello. The musician has celebrated his life and legacy with her new album, “No More Water: The Gospel of James Baldwin.”
Thelonious Monk: Blue Monk (Norway, 1966)
Recorded at University Aula in Oslo, Norway in 1966, here’s Thelonious Monk performing “Blue Monk,” with Charlie Rouse on tenor saxophone, Larry Gales on bass, and Ben Riley on drums.
Esperanza Spalding and Milton Nascimento Release “Milton + esperanza”
Esperanza Spalding first heard of Brazilian singer-songwriter Milton Nascimento while she was a student at Berklee College of Music. Now the duo has collaborated on new album, “Milton + esperanza.”
Adding Dead Notes To A Walking Bass Line
In this lesson, we’ll explore ways to add some rhythmic panache to our walking bass lines. One great way to do that is with dead notes!
Steve Bailey: 1996 NAMM Performance
Steve Bailey shared this on Berklee Bass Department’s Facebook group from the 1996 NAMM show. Steve put on quite a performance at the Aria booth!
ISP Technologies Introduces the Decimator X Series Noise Reduction Pedals
ISP Technologies has introduced two new noise reduction pedals, the Decimator X and the Decimator X G-String. Each is designed with “fast response times, versatile routing options, and durable construction.” They build upon the company’s previous Decimator series by utilizing new circuitry.
Phil Jones Bass Introduces Double Four Plus Combo Amp
Phil Jones Bass has added to their best-selling Double Four combo amp with the Double Four Plus. Aka the BG-80, the 90-watt single-channel bass combo amp features two four-inch speakers and a three-band EQ.
Joey Calderazzo, John Patitucci, and Dave Weckl: Live Session
Victor’s Places shared this excellent video of pianist Joey Calderazzo, bassist John Patitucci, and drummer Dave Weckl in a live session in Berlin. So great to see these cats at work!
On the Road 2024 With Peat Rains from You Bred Raptors?: Part 1
Touring can have plenty of highs and lows, which is something You Bred Raptors? bassist Peat Rains knows all too well. He’s back with a new tour diary for 2024.
Bass of the Week: Ibanez SRD905F
Gerald Veasley’s Bass BootCamp just wrapped up a weekend of incredible bass clinics, masterclasses, and performances. No Treble’s Corey and Isaac were on the scene to cover the show and the Philadelphia Bass Gear Expo, where Corey fell in love with the Ibanez SRD905F fretless bass.
Cory Wong with Rei: Sessions in Tokyo
Cory Wong visited Fender Japan for their “Sessions” series, and put on quite a show. The band was joined by guitarist Rei and played “Flyers Direct,” “Team Sports,” “Airplane Mode,” “Blue Bird,” “Gumshü,” and “Lunch Time.”
Earthquaker Devices Introduces the Silos Delay Pedal
Earthquaker Devices has introduced Silos, which they call a “multi-generational time reflection device.” The pedal offers three delay modes – Digital, Analog, and Tape – each offering up to one second of delay time.