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Tim Starace: The Analog Kid (Bass and Keys Playthrough)

Tim Starace: The Analog Kid (Bass and Keys Playthrough)

My friend Tim Starace is at it again. He just sent me his latest playthrough video, and this one showcases his bass and keyboard skills on Rush’s “The Analog Kid” from “Signals.”

Kinga Glyk Announces New Album, “Real Life”

Kinga Glyk Announces New Album, “Real Life”

Bassist and composer Kinga Glyk has announced a new album called “Real Life,” which she ways will be released on January 26th. Snarky Puppy leader and 5-time Grammy winner Michael League produced it.

Fusion is Awesome: An Interview with Scott Devine of Scott’s Bass Lessons

Fusion is Awesome: An Interview with Scott Devine of Scott’s Bass Lessons

In this new interview with Scott Devine of Scott's Bass Lessons, we discuss why fusion gets a bad rap, “The Devine King Project,” why fusion artists don't get the recognition they deserve nowadays, and more.

In Conversation: Sonny Emory and Nathan East

In Conversation: Sonny Emory and Nathan East

Today’s video features two legends of the music industry. Virtuosos Nathan East and Sonny Emory sit down at Yamaha Japan and talk about this art form we call music.

Geddy Lee’s Memoir, “My Effin’ Life,” Out Now

Geddy Lee’s Memoir, “My Effin’ Life,” Out Now

At long last, Geddy Lee’s new memoir, “My Effin’ Life,” is here. The book covers more than his time in Rush. In it, Lee gets into his family roots, the traumas of his life, his hobbies, and more.

I Shoulda Loved Ya: Breaking Down Disco’s Last Great Bass Line

I Shoulda Loved Ya: Breaking Down Disco’s Last Great Bass Line

In this episode of “From The Bottom,” Paul Thompson breaks down one of Disco’s last hits from 1980: “I Shoulda Loved Ya” by Narada Michael Walden, and the excellent bass work of T.M. Stevens.

Paul Gilbert: Shredding on Double Bass

Paul Gilbert: Shredding on Double Bass

I don’t know how I missed this video back in February, but it is killer. Paul Gilbert was promoting his “The Dio Album,” and he did so by shredding on the double bass.

Reader Spotlight: Steve Leggett

Reader Spotlight: Steve Leggett

Meet Steve Leggett, a bassist from Manchester who is a very busy guy, as you’ll see in this new Reader Spotlight interview.

Jenny Lewis with Ryan Madora: Joy’all

Jenny Lewis with Ryan Madora: Joy’all

No Treble contributor Ryan Madora shared this video with us, and we’re digging this on multiple levels. Here’s Ryan backing Jenny Lewis on “Joy'all.”

Doom Flamingo, Featuring Ryan Stasik, Announce New Tour Dates

Doom Flamingo, Featuring Ryan Stasik, Announce New Tour Dates

Ryan Stasik and Doom Flamingo has announced a new set of tour dates for 2024. The bassist, also known for his work in Umphrey’s McGee, and the group will be kicking things off on January 26th

Bass of the Week: 13 Custom Instruments Alex 4

Bass of the Week: 13 Custom Instruments Alex 4

Austria’s 13 Custom Instruments recently completed a gorgeous bass they dubbed the Alex 4, which caught my attention.

Charles Berthoud: How To Practice Bass Effectively

Charles Berthoud: How To Practice Bass Effectively

Charles Berthoud shared a great video on his BassCamp channel, where he dives into topics to design a practice routine for bassists. In this video, he breaks things down with seven tips.