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Dethklok Returns with New Album, Movie, And Tour
After a decade of dormancy, Dethklok has returned an album of all new songs and a full-length feature film. “Dethalbum IV” and “Metalocalypse: Army of the Doom Star” are out now, and as such, the animated death metal overlords are taking the metal to the masses.
Schecter Launches New Simon Gallup Signature Basses
The Cure’s Simon Gallup was seen road-testing some new basses during their recent summer tour, and now Schecter has unveiled the new signature basses to their lineup.
Playing For Change Band: Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door (Robbie Robertson Tribute)
The Playing For Change Band paid tribute to Robbie Robertson with a special performance of “Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door.” Robertson passed away on August 9, 2023.
Charles Berthoud Launches Second YouTube Channel
Charles Berthoud has been posting videos to YouTube for a decade, and in the last few years, his channel has blown up. Now he’s launching a second channel.
Songs Belong to the Night: An Interview with Moto Fukushima
Whether he’s playing in House of Waters, making his own music, or just sharing practice pieces, Moto Fukushima never fails to blow me away. We caught up with him to discuss the new album, how to arrange for solo bass, and what’s coming up for House of Waters.
Bianca Cabili: Lo Creíble (Berklee Two Track Live)
I love the Berklee Two Track Live series. I especially love it when they feature bassists. In this episode, Bianca Cabili gets the crowd going with the performance of her original, “Lo Creíble.”
Top 10: The Most Watched Bass Videos (July 2023)
Here’s a great playlist for today: the monthly roundup of the top 10 bass videos on No Treble. These were the reader favorites for July 2023.
David Hungate: TOTO’s Secret Weapon
In this episode of “From the Bottom,” Paul Thompson dives into the work of the great (and unsung) David Hungate - TOTO’s first bassist. He breaks down his favorite TOTO groove, discusses the “Bump” Groove, and more.
Nate Smith: “Unfollower” (with Lionel Loueke and Michael League)
Nate Smith dropped another video from his performance at the Montreal International Jazz Festival on July 2nd, and this one is killer. “Unfollower” starts with some gnarly bass by Michael League before the band kicks into a world-class groove.
Cory Wong Releases “The Lucky One”
You may not know it, but modern funk guitar hero Cory Wong actually got his musical start on the bass. Wong has just returned with a new solo album called “The Lucky One,” featuring both his guitar and bass talents.
Way Huge Announces the Smalls Stone Burner Sub Atomic Fuzz Pedal
Way Huge has introduced the Smalls Stone Burner Sub Atomic Fuzz pedal. The new stompbox offers individual-level controls for the fuzz and sub-octave signals, while a switch lets you toggle between one and two octaves down.
Marcus Miller Band: Tutu (Live, 2023)
Marcus Miller is definitely on the Mount Rushmore of bass players, and his arrangements are always something fresh. That is on full display in this clip. Playing the classic Miles Davis tune “Tutu,” Marcus put on yet another masterclass!