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Gary Lucas and Peter Willems Team Up for “Double Dare, Vol. 1”
Guitarist Gary Lucas and bassist Peter Willems have teamed up for a duo projected called Double Dare, and they’ve just released their first EP.
Top 10: The Most Watched Bass Videos (November 2021)
We love sharing the daily videos, and we love how much readers dig them too. Here are the top 10 reader favorite videos for the month of November 2021. We think it is a pretty diverse lineup once again.
Steven Blasini: Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite!
No Treble reader Steven Blasini obviously loves a good challenge. Here’s a video he sent us of him performing “Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite!” - which came with an inspiring note.
In Memoriam: Robbie Shakespeare
Another icon of the bass has left us. Reggae legend Robbie Shakespeare has passed away at the age of 68.
Keep It Groovy: Super Easy Bluesy/Jazzy Walking Bass
This one features a super easy walking bass line that can make your blues progression a bit jazzier and your jazz walking bass line a little more accessible. Think about it as a good gateway between the genres.
Gheorghe Postoronca: The Wizard
Gheorghe Postoronca sent me his newest video, and this one has a fitting name. Here’s Gheorghe performing his original solo bass tune, “The Wizard”.
John Paul Jones To Contribute to Playing for Change Benefit
Playing For Change is an incredible organization that brings musicians together from around the world to benefit charitable causes. They’ve just announced a huge live streaming event. One name that is contributing will stick out: John Paul Jones.
Reader Spotlight: Ryan Templeton
Meet Ryan Templeton, a bassist from Springfield, Missouri who originally got his start on trombone before switching to bass. Since then, he’s covered a ton of musical ground. Here’s his story…
Darkglass Electronics Unveils the Alpha·Omega Φoton Pedal
Darkglass Electronics has added a new pedal to their lineup with the Alpha·Omega Photon. The new offering takes their Alpha Omega distortion circuit and puts it into a more flexible format.
The Goods Drinks Reception Jazz Duo: Blackbird / Back Pocket / Isn’t She Lovely Medley
I discovered The Goods Drinks Reception Jazz Duo yesterday, and I’m impressed. In this clip, Barry Donohue and James Nash perform a medley that includes The Beatle’s “Blackbird”, Vulfpeck’s “Back Pocket”, and Stevie Wonder’s “Isn’t She Lovely”.
Iron Maiden Unveils 2022 “Legacy of the Beast” Tour Dates
Up the irons! Steve Harris and Iron Maiden have unveiled a new round of their Legacy of the Beast tour for North America in 2022. The outing will include 23 shows.
Bass of the Week: CG Lutherie Gold Leaf Ubiq
I always love when fans send in basses that get them excited. This week we’re checking out a jaw-dropping six-string that was sent in by Tyler D.