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Static-X Announces New Album, Tour Dates
After the death of Wayne Static in 2014, it seemed Static-X was done. However, the band had a rebirth when its founding members (including Tony Campos) reunited for “Project: Regeneration Vol. 1.” Now they’ve announced “Vol. 2” and a tour.
ZVEX Effects Introduces USA Vexter Fuzz Factory 7 Pedal
ZVEX Effects has launched the latest in their Fuzz Factory 7 fuzz pedals with the USA Vexter Fuzz Factory 7. The latest edition of the stompbox utilizes two NOS 1960s GT308 germanium transistors.
REO Brothers: Bohemian Rhapsody
Leave it to the REO Brothers to take on any challenge, and this one might be their biggest one yet. In this video, the band of brothers takes on Queen’s “Bohemian Rhapsody.”
Nate Sabat and Mile Twelve Release “Close Enough to Hear”
Modern bluegrass band Mile Twelve has just dropped their third album, “Close Enough to Hear,” and it is gorgeous. The effort may be more intimate and softer than their previous work, but it showcases the maturity and delicacy they’ve attained.
Bass of the Week: Torillo & Fendt “The Element Bass”
Today we’re checking out the Element Bass, a new concept designed by Tom Germann of Torillo Basses and Steffen Fendt of Fendt’s Finest. Available in four and five-string versions, the bass was created using their collective experiences in bass playing.
79rs Gang: Brand New Day
KEXP surprised me with some videos they released of 79rs Gang. I watched several clips from the band’s performance during Trans Musicales 2022 but chose this one thanks to Taylor Guarisco’s thunderous bass work.
Duran Duran Announces North American Tour Dates
Duran Duran has announced a new North American tour to continue support of their latest album, “Future Past.” Bassist John Taylor and crew will begin “The Future Past Tour” on May 28th.
Weekly Top 10: February 4-10, 2023
Another great week in the books, and it is time to look back at the best of No Treble from the past seven days. Here are the top 10 reader favorites for February 4-10, 2023.
Theo Katzman: Be The Wheel
Theo Katzman has a new album coming, and he’s sharing videos leading up to the release. “Be The Wheel” is the title track from the album, and Joe Dart lays down the head-bobbing groove on this one.
Radiohead Offshoot The Smile Announce 2023 Tour Dates
After releasing their first live album last month, The Smile will be hitting the road again in 2023. The trio is comprised of Radiohead members Thom Yorke and Jonny Greenwood with Sons of Kemet drummer Tom Skinner.
Von Frankenstein Monster Gear Announces BeastMode Nickel Plated Bass Strings
Von Frankenstein Monster Gear has introduced a new set of nickel-plated bass strings called BeastMode. The company, founded by Doyle Wolfgang von Frankenstein and Josh Vittek, handcrafts the strings one at a time from USA steel.
Chick Corea Akoustic Band: Jazz à Vienne 1991
Zycopolis TV shared another gem with this video of the Chick Corea Akoustic Band performing live at Jazz à Vienne 1991. Watch Chick Corea, John Patitucci, and Dave Weckl performing “Round Midnight,” “Rhythm a Ning,” and “Quartet n°2.”