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Robert DeLeo Working on Solo Album

Stone Temple Pilots bassist Robert DeLeo is nearing completion on his debut solo album. The rocker shared the news on his Instagram, where offered a sneak peek of the project.

Positive Grid Announces Spark MINI Amplifier

Positive Grid has expanded its Spark series of amplifiers with the Spark MINI, a battery-powered amp with Bluetooth capabilities. They call the amp the “biggest smallest rig ever for electric guitar, acoustic or bass.”

Tedeschi Trucks Band: Bound for Glory (Live at the Tivoli Theatre)

I’m always happy when Tedeschi Trucks Band drops a new video on their channel. Here’s a great one of their performance of “Bound for Glory” at the Tivoli Theatre in Chattanooga, TN in November 2021.

Alex “Apolo” Ayala Channels His Ancestors On Debut Album, “Bámbula”

Bassist Alex “Apolo” Ayala has made a statement with his debut album as a leader, entitled Bámbula. The record is a celebration of his Afro-Puerto Rican heritage while also serving as a tribute to his late mother and grandmother.

Bass of the Week: Stambaugh Designs Retro Switcho

Bob Kowal wrote to us to share a wild piece of his imagination that came to life thanks to luthier Chris Stambaugh of Stambaugh Designs. The bass, called the “Retro Switcho,” couldn’t have a better name.

ChaotH: Chandelier

We’ve featured ChaotH (aka Frédérick Filiatrault) in the past, and we’re happy to share his latest video. Some of his previous work has focused on heavier music, but this time he was inspired to create a tapping arrangement of SIA’s “Chandelier.”

Christian McBride Unveils New Band with Tour Dates

Whether he’s in a duo with Edgar Meyer or leading his big band, Christian McBride always keeps good company. Now the bass icon has unveiled a set of tour dates with a brand new band.

Weekly Top 10: Playing for Change with John Paul Jones, Wooten and Bailey Announce Tour Update, Playing Changes Using The Modes, Wonder Women: Brittany Frompovich, New Gear, and More

No Treble traffic was super high this week, thanks to these (and other) stories and videos. Here are the top 10 reader favorites for the week of February 19-25, 2022.