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Fuzzrocious Pedals and Electronic Audio Experiments Release Wicked Jawn Pedal
Fuzzrocious Pedals and Electronic Audio Experiments have teamed up for their first collaboration. The resulting pedal is called the Wicked Jawn, which includes slang from each of the builders’ local cities.
Iron Maiden: Run To The Hills, Live 2018
There’s nothing like an Iron Maiden show. Here’s a video the band shared from their 2018 “Legacy of the Beast” tour. “Run to the Hills” is a great showcase for Steve Harris’ playing with the intro, his signature galloping bass line, and more.
Bass Gear Roundup: The Top Gear Stories in August 2019
August was a big month for bass gear stories on No Treble – you all viewed these stories a lot. Here are the top 10 reader favorites for the month.
Quilter Labs Introduces the InterBass Pedal
Quilter Labs has introduced a new device for bassists called the InterBass. The pedal-sized enclosure is described as a “bass interconnectivity system” and aims to be the solution for modern bassists.
Pomplamoose: Love You Madly
Pomplamoose just released an incredible new cover video. This time around, they do their thing on Cake’s “Love You Madly.” Nick Campbell is laying down some groovy bass on this one.
Tool Releases New Album, Announces North American Tour
It’s finally here. Fear Inoculum is Tool’s first album in 13 years, and it does not disappoint. As if that wasn’t enough good news, Tool announced a round of North American tour dates for the fall.
Havok Announces Fall Tour
Havok, featuring monster bassist Nick Schendzielos, has announced a fall tour. The outing will kick off in their home state of Colorado on October 15th before heading south and into Mexico.
Darryl Anders and AgapéSoul: Kite
Last year, Darryl Anders and his band AgapéSoul released their second album, “Conversations.” The album kicks off with this track, “Kite,” which includes perfect bass tone from Anders and a vocal performance from Zoe Ellis that feels like ear candy.
Robert Randolph & The Family Band Release “Brighter Days”
Robert Randolph & the Family Band are back with a new album called “Brighter Days.” Randolph’s band is aptly named: each member is a relative of his. That includes bassist Danyel Morgan, who helps to deepen the groove with blues, gospel, and R&B lines.
Leland Sklar and The Immediate Family Enter the Studio, Announce Tour Dates
The Immediate Family is a band made up of L.A.’s most sought after session players, including Leland Sklar. The band has announced they’re going into the studio for the own album, and have some tour dates set as well.
Fender Unveils New Player Series Bass Colors
Fender has introduced two new colors to their Player Series: Silver and Capri Orange. The new hues apply to the entire mid-priced, made-in-Mexico line including the Fender Player Precision, Player Jazz Bass, and the Player Jaguar Bass.
Rush: Anthem (1975)
Thursday’s are for throwbacks, and we can’t think of a better way to participate than sharing some epic, old-school Rush. Recorded in 1975, here’s the band performing “Anthem,” with Geddy Lee rocking the Ric.