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Anton Davidyants Releases Debut Album, “Avalanche”
Anton Davidyants is one of the world’s top bassists, and we’ve been enjoying his playing for over a decade. Now he’s released his debut album, “Avalanche.”
Nailing The Bass Intro To “My Girl” By Palm Muting and Getting a Vintage Tone
In this lesson, we’ll learn how to keep it groovy by palm muting and using our thumb — a slightly different technique compared to standard finger-style playing. To practice this, we’ll play the distinctive intro part to “My Girl” by The Temptations.
Gadianm: Lé Gadianm
Luc Brame sent us a new video he recorded with his band, Gadianm. This is the first single from their album, “Kreol.” I am digging this blend of rhythms and music from around the world!
Walter Gervers Rejoins Foals
After spending some time as a trio, Foals has announced they are a quartet once again as founding bassist Walter Gervers has rejoined the band.
Wolfgang Van Halen Releases New Song Ahead of World Tour
Wolfgang Van Halen has just released a new track with his project Mammoth WVH ahead of their upcoming tour dates. “Like a Pastime” is the second single from the upcoming album, “Mammoth II.”
Scary Pockets: Rich Girl
“Rich Girl” is one of the all-time great tunes, largely thanks to Scotty Edwards’s epic bass line. Arielle Kasnetz joined Scary Pockets to do their version of the tune with the always funky Nick Campbell.
In Memoriam: Rick Jones
Bass amp designer Rick Jones has passed away after a heart attack at the age of 75. The news was shared by his company, Acoustic Image.
Bass of the Week: Hamor Guitars Lobster
This week, we’re checking out the Lobster bass from Greece’s Hamor Guitars. The model is their take on a modern design double-cut.
Clive H Jones: Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door
We can always count on Clive H Jones to send us cool videos. He sent us this all-bass cover of “Knockin’ On Heaven’s Door,” and it came together beautifully.
Lamb Of God Unveils Headlining Tour
Get ready to bang your head. Lamb of God has unveiled a new 2023 headlining tour with support from Ice Nine Kills, Suicide Silence, The Acacia Strain, Frozen Soul, and more.
Weekly Top 10: April 29 – May 5, 2023
This was a big week at No Treble, including getting into the work of two bass legends: James Jamerson and Jaco Pastorius. We also shared some popular bass gear, chatted with Guy Pratt in our latest podcast, and more.
Rebecca Johnson Band: Love the One You’re With
Rebecca Johnson dropped a new video from her band’s performance in April. Dig Rebecca’s tone on their version of Stephen Stills’s “Love the One You’re With.”