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Tech 21 Unveils the PSA 2.0 Programmable Pedal
Tech 21 is continuing to celebrate its 30th anniversary with the release of the PSA 2.0, which builds upon the original PSA-1 rackmount. Useful for nearly any instrument, the unit has been reimagined into a floor unit.
The Black Crowes “She Talks to Angels” on the Howard Stern Show
Two days ago, Kevin shared the news that brothers Chris and Rich Robinson of the Black Crowes are reuniting for a tour with a new lineup, including bassist Tim Lefebvre. Here they are performing “She Talks to Angels” on the Howard Stern Show.
Sam Wilkes Releases “Live on the Green”
Bassist Sam Wilkes has been blowing everyone away with his performances alongside Knower, Chaka Khan, and Scary Pockets. Now he’s released a live album of his own called “Live on the Green.”
Talking Technique: The Magic Behind “Steal My Kisses”
You probably already know “Steal My Kisses” by Ben Harper, and the excellent bass line by Juan Nelson. In today’s “Talking Technique” lesson, Ari breaks this down with a focus on “Tenths” over I vi IV V pattern.
Jaylon Black: Bass Heavy
In this clip, violinist and bassist Jaylon Black performs his tune, “Bass Heavy,” with Justin Peterson on bass duties while Jaylon is on violin. At one point, Jaylon puts down the violin to take a sweet bass solo that gets the band moving.
Virgil Donati Returns with “Ruination”
Drum master Virgil Donati has released “Ruination,” and it’s filled with unreal musicianship blurring the lines of fusion and progressive music. Bassists Junior Braguinha, Anton Davidyants, and Evan Marien contributed to the record.
The Black Crowes Announce Reunion Tour with Tim Lefebvre on Bass
For the first time since 2013, brothers Chris and Rich Robinson of the Black Crowes will be putting their differences aside to reunite for a tour. The brothers will be joined by an all-new backing band including bassist Tim Lefebvre.
Reading Rhythms
There’s an art to figuring out rhythms. Ultimately, it comes down to feeling smaller subdivisions. For today’s “Ask Damian” column, we have a video to help us walk through different rhythms and how to decipher them on the fly.
Sons of Apollo: Opus Maximus (Live)
We’ve featured some great cover videos by Sons of Apollo, performing live with the Plovdiv Psychotic Symphony. Here’s one where Billy Sheehan and the band are getting heavy on their tune, “Opus Maximus.”
Slayer Releases “The Repentless Killogy” Film and Live Album
With their final tour dates scheduled for the end of this month, Slayer has released a new film called “The Repentless Killogy.” The release blends the trilogy of music videos released from their last album, “Repentless,” with concert footage from 2017.
Reader Spotlight: Johnnie Castro
Meet Johnnie Castro, a bassist who has overcome a lot in life, but has broken through to do some amazing work with music. Johnnie is this week’s No Treble reader in the spotlight. Here’s his story...
YYNOT: Another Trip Around The Sun (Live)
YYNOT recently performed at Metro Music Hall in Salt Lake City. Here’s a great clip of them performing their tune, “Another Trip Around The Sun,” which was a track on their debut album.