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Squier Introduces Paranormal Jazz Bass ’54
Squier has unveiled the Paranormal series, which brings a handful of vintage Fender models back to life as well as creating some new models. The series includes one bass called the Squier Paranormal Jazz Bass ’54.
Amos Heller: Occasion
Yamaha recently launched a new video series called “Social Riffing”. This second installment is a killer solo bass performance by Amos Heller, who lays down the low end for artists like Taylor Swift, Florida Georgia Line, Thomas Rhett, and others.
John Scofield Celebrates Steve Swallow on “Swallow Tales”
Guitarist John Scofield has released a new album called “Swallow Tales” that celebrates the music of bassist Steve Swallow. Lucky for Scofield, Swallow, and drummer Bill Stewart fill out the release. Scofield says it took forty years of preparation.
Darkglass Electronics Unveils Elite Series Bass Cabinets
After unveiling their bass cabinet series at the Winter NAMM Show earlier this year, Darkglass Electronics has launched the Elite Series of cabinets with the DG810ES and DG412ES. The two new offerings are the company’s largest cabs.
The Sessions Panel: Victor Wooten
The world needs a whole lot more positivity right now. One thing is for sure, if you're looking for positivity, Victor Wooten is a great person to seek out. Check out this powerful video with Vic from The Sessions Panel series.
Leland Sklar and The Immediate Family Release “Cruel Twist” Single
The Immediate Family has just released “Cruel Twist” as the first single from their upcoming EP, which will be available in October. Leland Sklar delivers a bouncing, bluesy bass line with perfect taste as only he can.
Bass Transcription: Rutger Gunnarsson’s Bass Line on “Dancing Queen” by ABBA
“Dancing Queen” was the first single from ABBA’s 1976 Arrival album, topping the charts in 15 countries and remaining one of ABBA’s best-known songs. Check out this transcription and analysis by our newest contributor, Tom Kenrick!
Video Premiere: Endless Field’s “Wolfhead”
VIDEO PREMIERE: Bassist Ike Sturm and guitarist Jesse Lewis have teamed up to form Endless Field, whose new album, “Alive in the Wilderness”, is available now. Check out this breathtaking video of Sturm performing the solo double bass piece “Wolfhead”.
Rockboard Announces the MOD 4 Wireless System and Patchbay
Warwick’s Rockboard has expanded its lineup with the MOD 4, an all-in-one wireless system receiver and patchbay for pedalboards. Its wireless portion works in the 2.4 GHz ISM band and has a 20Hz to 20kHz frequency range at just 5 ms of latency.
Steve Bailey and Victor Wooten Host Prince’s Bassists For Free Webinar
Steve Bailey and Victor Wooten are continuing their webinar series this week with one focused on the topic of working with Prince. The roundtable, dubbed “Prince-Shed”, will include BrownMark, Rhonda Smith, Andrew Gouche, Ida Neilsen, and Paul Peterson.
Marcus Gilmore and Ghost-Note: Southern Spirits
Here’s a recent video from Zildjian LIVE! series’ second season, which features drummer Marcus Gilmore performing with Ghost-Note. “Southern Spirits” is a tune written by Robert Sput Searight and features the always awesome MonoNeon on bass.
The Plate Scrapers Release “Destination Horizon”
The Plate Scrapers have released their third studio album, “Destination Horizon”, which is the first to document their evolving style. Based in the bluegrass tradition, the five-piece band includes No Treble’s Managing Editor, Kevin Johnson, on bass.