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Sean O’Bryan Smith Returns with “Musings of an Occasional Somebody”

Sean O’Bryan Smith has returned with a brand new album entitled “Musings of an Occasional Somebody.” The bassist, who also plays multiple other instruments, calls it his first full-production New Age project.

Dingwall Unveils Kyle Konkiel Signature Combustion Bass

Dingwall Guitars has unveiled a new model to its signature line with the Kyle Konkiel Signature Combustion. The Bad Wolves bassist’s new 5-string sports a killer purple and green color-shift finish.

Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young: Almost Cut My Hair (Live 1974)

I was sad to learn of David Crosby’s passing. CSNY was a big part of the soundtrack of my youth, and I spent the evening watching their videos. Here’s a great clip of the group performing Crosby’s “Almost Cut My Hair.”

Eurachord, Featuring Lorenzo Feliciati, Releases Debut Album

Another incredible project born during the lockdown is now seeing the light of day. Eurachord is a trio featuring Aidan Zammit, Gianni Vancini, and Lorenzo Feliciati. They’ve just released their self-titled debut, showcasing their virtuosic playing.

Fender Releases Gold Foil Jazz Bass

Fender has unveiled the Gold Foil Collection, which was inspired by the garage rock bands of the sixties and the instruments they played. The three-piece set includes one bass called the Gold Foil Jazz Bass.

Renaud Garcia-Fons: Happy Alone

Renaud Garcia-Fons never fails to amaze me. “Happy Alone” is a solo double bass piece that will be on his upcoming record “Cinematic Double Bass,” and it lives up to the album’s title.

In Memoriam: Van Conner

Sad news to report as Van Conner, co-founder and bassist of Screaming Trees, has passed away after a long illness. He was 55 years old. His brother and bandmate Gary Lee shared the news on Facebook.

Keep It Groovy: Minor Rumba Blues In A

This “Keep It Groovy” lesson is all about diversifying your blues repertoire. Ryan Madora shows us a rumba rhythm played in a minor key to create a different kind of groove.

The Main Squeeze: Comfortably Numb

It’s always a good day when The Main Squeeze drops another video. This time around, the band is joined by a number of guests for a performance of Pink Floyd’s “Comfortably Numb.”

Reader Spotlight: Evan Heird

Back in the day, Evan Heird had a roommate who had a bass. He picked it up, and that was that. Later, he focused on acting but returned to the bass once again. Evan is this week’s No Treble reader in the spotlight. Here’s his story...

Tapping Technique and Composition: Tapping Polyrhythms, Part 2 – Zeroes and Ones

In this new “Tapping Technique” bass lesson, John Ferrara shares part 2 of his “Tapping Polyrhythms” series. This lesson is based on one rhythm doing 3 and one doing 2. Check this out.

YYNOT: Overture/The Temples Of Syrinx (with Mike Portnoy)

YYNOT’s Bubba Bash was held on January 7th, on the third anniversary of Neil Peart’s passing, and they had an impressive lineup. Here’s a clip from the show, with drummer Mike Portnoy joining Tim Starace and the band on “Overture/The Temples Of Syrinx.”