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Billy Sheehan Names “Wrong Approach” to Using Bass Gear, Explains How He Really Practices
According to Billy Sheehan, no piece of gear can replace proper technical skills. During our interview, Sheehan discussed his stripped-down approach to practicing and why it really works for him.
Cory Wong (with Mark Lettieri): Tour Rehearsal Livestream
Cory Wong is gearing up for a tour with Mark Lettieri, and they livestreamed their rehearsal. You can choose to watch this video or just keep it playing in the background (or switch back and forth, like I've done with it).
Tool Announces “Live in the Sand” Festival with Primus, Mastodon, and More
Tool has announced a new festival in the Dominican Republic called Live in the Sand, and to say it looks promising is an understatement. The fest will feature two nights of Tool and performances by Primus, Mastodon, Coheed and Cambria, Eagles of Death Metal, King’s X, Fishbone, Wheel, CKY, and Moon Walker.
Bass of the Week: Roger Blake Neo Classic Short-Scale
Bass builder Roger Blake sent us the details of his latest instrument, the Neo Classic Short-Scale bass. The bass features a short 30-inch scale and some incredible mojo.
Black Pumas: Ice Cream (Live on KEXP)
I really dig Black Pumas, so I was thrilled to see this video they recorded at KEXP. This was from their August 12, 2024 appearance. Here's "Ice Cream."
Christian Olde Wolbers to Fill In On Overkill Tour
Overkill bassist D.D. Verni has been dealing with shoulder issues for the past year. The problem has forced him to sit out the band’s current run of North American shows supporting King Diamond. In his stead will be former Fear Factory bassist Christian Olde Wolbers.
Weekly Top 10: The Best in Bass for October 19-25, 2024
This week's top 10 reader favorite stories on No Treble cover a broad spectrum from the bass world.
Boss Introduces the GX-10 Effects Processor
Boss has introduced the GX-10 Effects Processor, which combines the sound engine and color touch display from the GX-100 into a smaller unit. Designed for bass and guitar, the GX-10 has amp modelers and 170 effects to choose from.
Steel Pulse: Steppin Out (Playing for Change)
Playing for Change dropped this excellent video with Steel Pulse yesterday. Vocalist/guitarist David Hinds, bassist Amlak Tafari, keyboardist Selwyn Brown, and percussionist Leon Mobley perform “Steppin Out”
Paul Butterfield Band: Live at Rockpalast, 1978 (with Bobby Vega)
Rockpalast has been going strong since 1976, and it's always a treat when they release vintage shows on YouTube. A few weeks ago, they dropped this gem of Paul Butterfield and his band in 1978, which marked the blues legend's first solo band performance in Europe.
The Wood Brothers Announce New Winter Tour Dates
The Wood Brothers are at it again. The trio of Oliver Wood, Chris Wood, and Jano Rix have announced a set of tour dates for winter 2025. They’ve also revealed that they’re entering the studio this month to begin working on their ninth album.
In Memoriam: Phil Lesh
We are deeply saddened to share the news that Grateful Dead bassist and founding member Phil Lesh has died of undisclosed causes. He was 84 years old. The news was shared on Lesh’s Instagram account.