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Aluminati Guitar Co. Announces Orion Bass Series
Aluminati Guitar Co. has previously focused on building bass necks out of aluminum, but now they’ve announced their first complete bass.
Yes: I’ve Seen All Good People (Live – 1973)
A Youtuber who goes by Professor Chocolate Cake put together this impressive video of Yes performing “I’ve Seen All Good People” live in 1973. The footage of Chris Squire and the band is fantastic, as is the production work.
Tedeschi Trucks Band Releases “Layla Revisited”
An epic performance of the Tedeschi Trucks Band with guests Trey Anastasio and Doyle Bramhall II is now available as an album called “Layla Revisited (Live at LOCKN’)”.
Breedlove Guitars Unveils Eco-Friendly Fretted and Fretless Acoustic Bass Guitars
Breedlove Guitars has unveiled the ECO Pursuit series, including the Pursuit Exotic S Concerto Amber Bass CE, which comes in fretted and fretless versions. The ECO Series boasts three layers of tonewood that were sustainably harvested.
Jaco Pastorius Quintet: Donna Lee (1981)
Here’s a live, rare, and unreleased clip of the Jaco Pastorius Quintet (with Michael Brecker, Peter Erskine, Bob Mintzer, and Don Alias) performing “Donna Lee” in 1981. Thanks to Rick Suchow for recording/sharing this one!
Jon De Lucia Publishes “Bach Shapes II” for Bass
Jon De Lucia has followed up his popular book “Bach Shapes: Diatonic Sequences for Bass” with a new offering called “Bach Shapes II”. The sequel features 144 pages of new studies for bassists.
Gibson Unveils the 2021 USA Non-Reverse Thunderbird Bass
Gibson unveiled a plethora of new gear at Summer NAMM this year including a new addition to their Original Collection: the new non-reversed Thunderbird bass.
Emile Nelson and Glenn Wilson: Lumphry’s Funky Friday
No Treble reader Emile Nelson sent us this video he did with his long-time friend, drummer Glenn Wilson. In this clip, the duo performs “Lumphry’s Funky Friday”.
Iron Maiden Announces 17th Studio Album, “Senjutsu”
After dropping teasers and releasing a new song last week, Iron Maiden has revealed a new album for 2021. “Senjutsu” will mark the legendary metal band’s 17th studio effort.
Summer NAMM 2021: Bass Gear Roundup
As the dust settles from the 2021 Summer NAMM Show, we’re rounding up the latest bass gear that debuted. Get a load of the latest from the low end! Be sure to check back in as our list is updated.
Marcus Miller and Friends: Smooth Jazz Cruise on Saturday Night Performance
Marcus Miller and the gang at the Smooth Jazz Cruise have teamed up to bring us another jam-packed concert with more legends. Check it out and turn it up loud!
Joe Trevisano Departs Autopsy
Longtime bassist Joe Trevisano has left Autopsy. The death metal pioneers announced the news on Facebook, saying that the split is amicable.