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Foo Fighters Announce 2021 Tour Dates
Last year, the Foo Fighters were set to celebrate their 25th anniversary with a world tour. Obviously, that was canceled. Instead, they’re celebrating their 26th anniversary this year starting with a tour in July and August.
Reader Spotlight: Eric Cooper
Meet Eric Cooper (aka Coop a Loop), a bassist who got his start 19 years ago, thanks to Victor Wooten. Eric is this week’s No Treble reader in the spotlight. Here’s his story...
D’Addario Unveils Sustainable “Eco-Comfort” Guitar Straps
D’Addario has launched a new line of straps called the Eco-Comfort line, which features models made from sustainable materials. The company says that 90 percent of each strap is made from recycled materials.
The Omnific: Wax & Wane
The Omnific is a killer prog-metal band consisting of two bassists – Matthew Fackrell and Toby Peterson-Stewart – with drummer Jerome Lematua. Their latest song, “Wax & Wane”, distills their melodic yet aggressive sound.
Red Fang Returns with “Arrows”
Red Fang has released their fifth album, “Arrows”, which they recorded in their hometown of Portland, Oregon with Chris Funk. This marks the third release with Funk, and the result showcases the band doing what they do best plus exploring new sounds.
Bass of the Week: Skjold Design Guitars Skjoldslayer 4/34
I’ve been lucky to see quite a few Skjold Design Basses in my day, but the Skjoldslayer model is one that always grabs my attention. That’s why when someone emailed us luthier Pete Skjold’s latest creation, I was hooked.
Pete O’Neill: Hold Me Now
Our friend Pete O’Neill sent us this video with his solo fretless bass arrangement of “Hold Me Now” by the Thompson Twins. This arrangement was part of his “The 80s” EP, released last year.
Squarepusher Reissues Debut Album, “Feed Me Weird Things”
It’s been 25 years since Squarepusher, aka Tom Jenkinson, released his debut album, “Feed Me Weird Things”. Now the influential bassist and electronica producer has reissued the 14-track collection, which has been long out of print.
Weekly Top 10: Jackie Clark Podcast, Top 10 Bass Gear, Bass Lesson, New Albums, and More
Time to look back at the weekly top 10 in the world of bass. Here are the 10 reader favorite stories, videos, and more for No Treble readers.
KLOS Guitars Unveils the Apollo Electric Bass
KLOS Guitars is launching the Apollo Series of electric instruments, including the Apollo Electric Bass. The bass, which comes in standard and Pro versions, features composite technology with a carbon fiber neck.
Jelusick, Portnoy, Linder, Doley, Hoekstra, and Johnson: Foreplay/Long Time
Dino Jelusick recently pulled together an incredible line-up for this cover of Boston’s “Foreplay/Long Time”. The band includes Jelusick along with Henrik Linder, Mike Portnoy, Lachy Doley, Joel Hoekstra, and Justin Johnson.
The Levin Brothers Announce “Vaccinating Rhythm Tour 2021”
Tony Levin and the Levin Brothers are finally getting the chance to hit the road, after 14 months. The band is kicking off their “Vaccinating Rhythm Tour 2021”, followed by a busy schedule for Levin with his other projects.