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No Treble’s Weekly Top 10: Steve Swallow, Flea, Lakland and More
This week’s reader favorites include Steve Swallow’s tone quest, Flea at the Tiny Desk, a stunning Lakland bass and a Ryan Madora lesson.
Ron Carter and Yotam Silberstein Perform “Love Letters” in an Intimate Duo Setting
With only upright bass and guitar, Ron Carter and Yotam Silberstein bring warmth, space, and conversation to a timeless reading of “Love Letters” together.
La Bella Honors Aston “Familyman” Barrett With Signature Flatwound Bass Strings
La Bella honors reggae legend Aston “Familyman” Barrett with signature flatwound bass strings featuring colorful silk ends and classic tone.
Dunable and Bongripper’s Ron Petzke Unveil a Cyclops Bass Built for Drop F
Dunable teamed with Bongripper bassist Ron Petzke on a limited Cyclops Bass built for drop F, featuring a 35-inch scale and D-Bird pickup.
Watch Tetsuo Sakurai Tear Through Casiopea’s Legendary 1985 Tokyo Concert
Tetsuo Sakurai’s muscular slap tone and rhythmic precision stand out in Casiopea’s 1985 concert, played on a wildly modified headless Yamaha five string.
Tim Lefebvre Joins Melissa Etheridge’s Touring Band for 2026 Dates
Melissa Etheridge has tapped acclaimed bassist Tim Lefebvre for her 2026 tour, including co-headlining summer concerts with Wynonna Judd.
Cliff Burton’s Legacy Comes to Life in New Immersive 3D Museum
The Cliff Burton Estate and KnuckleBonz have announced a 3D digital museum and a limited-edition Rock Iconz statue honoring the bassist.
Marcus Miller Celebrates Miles Davis with a Historic Montreux Reunion
Marcus Miller celebrates Miles Davis at Montreux with Mike Stern, Bill Evans, and Mino Cinelu in a full concert filmed for the festival’s 60th edition.
Black Flag Unleashes Massive Coast-to-Coast Fall 2026 Tour
Black Flag has announced an extensive fall 2026 U.S. tour featuring Greg Ginn, Max Zanelly, Bryce Weston, and bassist David Rodriguez.
BOSS Introduces Its First Electric Bass Gig Bag, the CB-EB15
BOSS has introduced the CB-EB15, its first electric bass gig bag, featuring thick padding, an adjustable end guard, and detachable neck supports.
Kevin Scott Unleashes a Filthy Bass Tone on Forq’s Live at Moods Set
Watch Kevin Scott drive Forq’s newly released 2019 performance at Moods in Zurich with a Moollon P Bass, heavy effects, deep grooves, and huge low end.
Meshell Ndegeocello Announces Star-Studded Covers Album “Synonym”
Meshell Ndegeocello will release Synonym on October 2nd, reimagining classic songs with Cynthia Erivo, Chaka Khan, Laura Lee, WILLOW, and more guests.