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Geoffrey Keezer Releases “Live at Birdland” with John Patitucci
Pianist and composer Geoffrey Keezer has released “Live at Birdland,” which marks his first live trio album in 15 years. The performances were captured during a three-night run at the legendary New York jazz club. Keezer was joined by drummer Clarence Penn and bassist John Patitucci.
On the Road 2024 With Peat Rains from You Bred Raptors?: Part 2
Touring can have plenty of highs and lows, which is something You Bred Raptors? bassist Peat Rains knows all too well. The band is back on the road again this summer and we’re happy to share his tour diary along the way. Here's Part 2.
Travis Dykes: I Hired Bassists To Play An Impossible Bassline
Travis Dykes conducted an interesting experiment. He turned to Fiverr for a gospel bass challenge.
King Gizzard & the Lizard Wizard Release 26th Studio Album, “Flight b741”
King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard have released their 26th album, “Flight b741,” which they call a “back to basics” rock album. The group is known for their boundaryless experimentation and complex arrangements, but they stripped it all back for a bluesier sound.
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.