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DiMarzio Introduces Relentless J Pair Bass Pickups
DiMarzio has improved and expanded on their Relentless line of pickups, which they created in collaboration with bass icon Billy Sheehan. Originally featuring a single split-coil model, the series now includes the Relentless P and the Relentless J.
Lake Street Dive: Automatic (Live from The Sultan Room)
Lake Street Dive dropped another video from their “Live from The Sultan Room” series, and this time, the band grooves to The Pointer Sisters’ “Automatic.” As always, Bridget Kearney impresses with some funky bass work and backing vocals.
The Smiths Bassist Andy Rourke’s Blitz Vega Releases New Music
Blitz Vega, the band comprised of Kav Blaggers and The Smiths bassist Andy Rourke, has returned with their first new music in over two years. “Strong Forever” is an anthem for those who are having hard times.
Gear Review: Panda Audio Future Impact v3 Pedal
Is there anything more fun than a synth pedal? We got our hands on Panda Audio’s third iteration of the Future Impact pedal to get in on the fun. Here’s our review.
Vulfpeck: Sauna
Vulfpeck announced that a new full-length album is coming and released their first single. “Sauna” was co-written by Woody Goss and Jack Stratton and features Joe Dart, Cory Wong, Joey Dosik, Theo Katzman, and Antwaun Stanley.
Chris Wood and The Wood Brothers Add Spring 2023 Tour Dates
The Wood Brothers will be keeping things rolling in 2023 with a newly announced spring tour. It will follow their current fall and winter performances in the Southeast and Mexico.
Wonder Women: Kristen Pfaff
For this edition of Wonder Women, Brittany Frompovich is going back to the early ’90s. Brittany focuses on the life, work, and passing of Kristen Pfaff, who was the bassist for Janitor Joe and Hole.
Eduardo Kusdra: Rio
No Treble reader Eduardo Kusdra sent us another one of his terrific all-bass arrangement videos. This time around, he’s taking on Duran Duran’s hit, “Rio.”
Christian McBride and The Philadelphia Experiment Release New Live Album
Ever since their 2001 album, fans have been clamoring for The Philadelphia Experiment (Christian McBride, “Questlove”, and Uri Caine) to release a new record. They’ve just dropped a new live album captured at the 2017 Newport Jazz Festival.
No Treble Swag Sale This Weekend
We’re celebrating Thanksgiving here at No Treble HQ. From today through Monday, November 28th, all No Treble swag is 20% off. That includes our distressed t-shirts and hoodies, and our stickers.
Keep It Groovy: Rhythm Section Jam – Tips For Playing A Funky 12 Bar Blues
In this new “Keep It Groovy” lesson, Ryan Madora is joined by Derrek Phillips to chat about improvising a funky 12-bar blues bass line with a drummer.
Thad Johnson: Bass Playthrough of Kenny Lewis & One Voice’s “Undefeated”
From Gallien Krueger’s new Studio Sessions series, here’s Thad Johnson performing a playthrough of “Undefeated” by Kenny Lewis & One Voice. His gospel chops help to drive the music with powerful rhythm and creative playing.