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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.
Charles Berthoud: If “Californication” Was The Hardest Song In The World
Charles Berthoud is running a series of videos with this challenge posted to his fans: “If ____ was the hardest song in the world”. In this one, he takes on the Chili Peppers’ “Californication”, with a variety of impressive techniques.
Kansas Releases “Point of Know Return Live & Beyond”
Like every other band, Kansas had its tour cut short in 2020. However, they were able to get a year of their Point of Know Return Anniversary shows in before the pandemic. Now they’re sharing a live album, “Point of Know Return Live & Beyond”.