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Marcelo Yakko Releases “El Viaje Infinito”
Marcelo Yakko is back with a new solo album called “El Viaje Infinito.” The bassist recorded it with bass, drums, and keyboards. The lack of guitars opens room for Yakko to take melodies with the bass as well as more chordal work.
Fender Launches MonoNeon Signature Jazz Bass V
Fender has teamed up with the ever-funky MonoNeon to introduce a signature five-string model for the bassist. The MonoNeon Jazz Bass V follows his aesthetic with a neon yellow and orange finish.
Weather Report: Jaco Pastorius’s Isolated Bass on “Teen Town”
We can never get enough of Jaco Pastorius. In this isolated bass clip, Jaco plays this classic with a bit of his drumming in the mix. You can really hear that fretless growl!
Obsidious Release Impressive Debut Album, “Iconic”
At long last, the debut album from Obsidious is available. “Iconic” has been in the works for 15 months following the group’s formation after Rafael Trujillo, Sebastian Lanser, and Linus Klausenitzer left the ranks of Obscura.
Tapping Technique and Composition: “Perhaps Everything, Perhaps Nothing” – Part 1
John Ferrara has joined No Treble. In this first part of his Tapping Technique and Composition bass lesson series, he focuses on drone tapping.
Lake Street Dive: Handle With Care
Lake Street Dive once again went all in for Halloween yesterday with another epic video. Bridget Kearney plays the role of Tom Petty in this cover of The Traveling Wilburys tune, “Handle With Care.”
Bass Gear Roundup: The Top Gear Stories in October 2022
October is in the books, so it is time for our roundup of the top 10 gear stories for the month based on reader views.
Bass of the Week: Steve Lampasona “Bones” Bass
Today is Halloween, so we’ve got a frightful electric upright bass for you. Artist, designer, and luthier Steve Lampasona shared his “Bones” Bass, which he crafted with a walnut body, oak neck and bridge, and ebony fingerboard.
Clive H Jones: Halloween
No Treble reader Clive H Jones (aka CHJbass) sent us this video to help us celebrate Halloween the way we like it. Check out his (mostly) solo bass version of John Carpenter’s “Halloween” movie main title theme.
The Immediate Family Release New Single Ahead of Tour Dates
The Immediate Family has dropped a new track ahead of their fall tour. The band, featuring L.A. session legends and anchored by Leland Sklar, announced their cover of “The Toughest Girl in Town” by Sparks is the first single from their next album.
Weekly Top 10: Remembering Gregg Philbin, New “Keep It Groovy” and “Talking Technique” Bass Lessons, Animal Logic Returns, and More
This week’s top 10 list of the most-read articles on No Treble is here. This week’s list includes the return of Ariane Cap’s “Talking Technique,” news of Animal Logic returning, Rex Brown’s new supergroup, remembering Gregg Philbin, and more.
In Memoriam: Robin Sylvester
Robin Sylvester, best known for his work with Bob Weir & RatDog, has died. A cause has not been confirmed, though a bio on his Sweet Relief Musician’s Fund notes he had kidney issues for many years.