Buzz
2020 Reader Favorite Bassists – #9: Marcus Miller
Marcus Miller is no stranger to the annual “Reader Favorite Bassists” list. This year, Marcus made the list thanks to some incredible videos, his work with Sire, and his participation in Nick Wells’s “Beneath the Bassline: Turned Up To 11”.
2020 Reader Favorite Bassists – #10: Henrik Linder
Over 8 years ago, we shared the first video by Dirty Loops. Readers – like us – were instant fans of the band and bassist Henrik Linder. This year saw more videos coming from the band, and a new album, which landed Henrik on this 2020 list.
The Gudics Twins: Twinder
Happy New Year! It’s only right that we start it off with some bass. Here’s a great clip by the Gudics Twins, with Martin Gudics on bass and his brother Marcell on drums, getting down and dirty for this live studio session.
In Memoriam: Remembering the Bassists We Lost in 2020
As 2020 finally draws to a close, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the members of the bass community we lost this year. From rock pioneers to funk icons to visionary luthiers, their work helped to define the shape of music.
Eric Lawson: Funkadelic Sound
My friend Eric Lawson posted this video recently, and I couldn’t resist sharing it with you. This is a serious groove! Check him out playing along to Mr. Talkbox’s “Funkadelic Sound”.
Best of 2020
This year was a tough one for a lot of us. One thing that helped us get through it was growing connections in the world of bass, and covering the instrument we all love so much. Here’s a roundup of your favorite stories, lessons, and more for 2020.
Best of 2020: The Top 10 Bass Videos
Every single day of the year, we share a video. So when we compile the top 10 videos of the year, it is saying a lot – with tens of thousands of combined views. Here are the top 10 No Treble reader favorite bass videos for 2020.
Rebecca Johnson Band: Kiss
Today is Rebecca Johnson’s birthday, so it is a perfect time to share another one of her killer videos in celebration. Here’s a great clip of her band getting funky with Prince’s “Kiss.”
Gear Review: Sandberg Guitars Victor Brandt Signature Forty Eight Bass
Five years ago, Sandberg Guitars introduced the vintage rock-inspired Forty Eight model. This year they worked with Victor Brandt of Dimmu Borgir to create a signature version. Kevin took the 4- and 5-string basses for a spin in this new review.
Best of 2020: The Top 10 Basses
While 2020 was a tough year for everyone, it didn’t seem to slow down the release of new basses as much as expected. And it certainly didn’t slow down the people checking out the new additions. Here are the top 10 favorites this year.
Wojtek Pilichowski, Adrian Maruszczyk, and Lukas Kuban: Mad World
We’ve shared videos by Wojtek Pilichowski and Adrian Maruszczyk before, and we’ve always loved watching the duo. Istvan Csury sent this new clip of them performing the Tears for Fears song, “Mad World” - with some unique percussion by Lukas Kuban.
Federico Malaman Releases “Malalicks”
Federico Malaman has just released a new instructional book called “Malalicks”, which is a collection of ten licks to improve your soloing skills.