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PHD Bass Guitars Introduces Ergonomic Lightweight Bass (ELB)
PHD Bass Guitars has unveiled a new model to their lineup called the ELB, or Ergonomic Lightweight Bass. The instrument was designed by luthier Parizad Hatcher to include several unique features that benefit playability as well as health.
Leland Sklar: “One in a Million” Playthrough and Discussion
Leland Sklar continues his epic run of terrific videos during this time of quarantine. Once again, Lee plays through and discusses a song from his career, with the America tune, “One in a Million.”
Leo Kottke and Mike Gordon Return with “Noon”
For the first time in fifteen years, the duo of guitarist Leo Kottke and Phish bassist Mike Gordon have released a new album together. “Noon” features eleven new tracks by the duo including originals and covers.
Bass Players To Know: Jimmy Haslip
Genres evolve thanks to the players, composers, and producers who innovate. In Ryan Madora’s new “Bass Players To Know” column, she focuses on the work of one of the masters: Jimmy Haslip.
Adham Roshdy: Falling for You
No Treble reader Adham Roshdy sent this funky video to us, entitled “Falling for You.” We’re digging the vibe on this one, and even more impressed with the fact that Adham performed all the instruments and vocals on it.
Justin Raines Releases New Single, “Never Letting Go”
As bassist for Israel Houghton & The New Breed, Justin Raines typically didn’t have time to work on his own music. Of course, that’s changed this year and now he’s released a brand new original song called “Never Letting Go”.
Kansas – “Leftoverture”: The Complete Basslines, Part 2
Part 2 of Tim Fletcher’s and Troy Hughes’ project, “Kansas: Leftoverture – The Complete Basslines”, features Dave Hope’s excellent bassline for “The Wall.” This includes a full transcription (with tab), analysis, playing hints, and playthrough video.
The Main Squeeze: Bulls on Parade
The Main Squeeze is rocking hard in their latest video. In this clip, the band takes on Rage Against the Machine’s “Bulls on Parade,” with Rob Walker on bass.
Ron Carter Publishes New Walking Bass Book, “Mix & Match”
Jazz master Ron Carter has just released a new book for beginners learning to build their own bass lines. “Mix & Match” is a step by step process for writing your own bass lines that lays out all the note choices.
Steve Bailey, Victor Wooten, and John Patitucci to Host Free Webinar on Extended Range Basses
This week on their recurring Zoom bass webinar series, the trio of Steve Bailey, Victor Wooten, and John Patitucci will be exploring the topic of extended-range basses. The webinar will include an impressive line-up of several bassists and luthiers.
Scary Pockets: Walk This Way
Scary Pockets is back with another funky cover, and in this one, they’re joined by bassist Hagar Ben Ari and guest vocalist Judith Hill. Check out their take on Aerosmith’s “Walk This Way.”
Jimmy Johnson Anchors Michael Landau’s “Liquid Quartet Live”
Michael Landau and his Liquid Quartet have just released a live album that captures the band during a performance at L.A.’s Baked Potato Jazz Club last year. The guitarist is joined in the band by Abe Laboriel Jr, David Frazee, and Jimmy Johnson.