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Johnny Cox Releases New Instructional Book, “Improve Your Groove”
Johnny Cox has released a new instructional book called Improve Your Groove: The Essential Guide to Mastering Time and Feel on Bass Guitar. The new book focuses on playing in the pocket with topics including cracking the code of rhythm and groove, building your internal clock, Konnakol vocal counting, and more. The book has five complete songs to practice with...
Bass of the Week: Veillette Guitars Acoustic Bass Guitar
This week we’re checking out builder Joe Veillette’s Acoustic bass guitar model. Available in a variety of woods, the Acoustic was designed to bring the same depth of tone from their acoustic guitars to the bass. “With a 17″ wide and 5.5″ deep body, the Acoustic Bass has the airspace to deliver a true fundamental with depth and authority. A...
Lissie: Best Days
Earlier this year, Lissie visited The Current’s studios in advance of her new album, , which released in March. Here’s the singer/songwriter with her band performing “Best Days,” from the record. Megan Mahoney lays down a tasty bass line on the tune.
Jimmy Johnson Featured on New Steve Gadd Band Album
Drummer Steve Gadd has rounded up his band once again for a new album. The new self-titled Steve Gadd Band recording brings together a cast of killer musicians to lock in on the groove-oriented tracks. “All the guys in the band are good friends of mine, people I like being around—not just musically but in general,” he says. “It’s great...
Markbass Unveils Marcus Miller Signature Amplification
Last year, Markbass announced they would be teaming up with jazz legend Marcus Miller for a series of amps. This year they unveiled the lineup at the Winter NAMM Show, which will include four head units, three combos, and two cabinets. “Marcus has closely partnered with [Markbass founder Marco De Virgillis] to develop his amazing signature amps that not only...
Snarky Puppy: Lingus (New Arrangement)
We’re huge fans of Snarky Puppy and Michael League. Here’s the band like you’ve never heard before, with this special arrangement of “Lingus.”
The Moody Blues Release “Days Of Future Passed Live” DVD
It’s been a couple of big years for The Moody Blues. Last year, they celebrated the 50th anniversary of their groundbreaking album Days Of Future Passed with a tour. This year they’ll be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. While we have to wait a few weeks for the induction ceremony, the band has just released a...
Bass Gear Roundup: The Top Gear Stories in March 2018
March was a big month for gear news, as evidenced by a ton of views on No Treble. Here are the top 10 reader favorite gear stories of the month. Thanks for reading, commenting, and sharing! 1. Roks Instruments Nardis Bass Luthier Axel Roks of Roks Instruments is known for his unique, minimalist designs. (Check out his Microtonal Futura model.)...
Leonid & Friends: Beginnings
Leonid Vorobyev’s Leonid & Friends Chicago tribute band keeps bringing the heat. Here’s a new video they just shared covering Chicago’s “Beginnings.”
In Memoriam: Caleb Scofield
Bassist and vocalist Caleb Scofield has passed away after a car accident in New Hampshire. He was 39 years old. Scofield played bass and sang for the metal bands Cave In, Old Man Gloom, and Zozobra. Scofield joined Cave in 20 years ago in 1998 – just three years after the band had formed – and was featured on all...
A Life In Bass: An Interview With Tony Senatore
We’ve showcased Tony Senatore’s incredible 12-string playing before, but that’s not all there is to the bassist. He’s spent the better part of 38 years working in the New York scene including sessions in the city’s top studios. Working as a session player requires a high degree of versatility, but that’s no problem considering his background. Senatore was first taught...
The Fearless Flyers: Barbara
The Fearless Flyers (a band promoted by Vulfpeck and including some of that band’s members) is rolling out new videos from their self-titled album. This clip will be recognizable to Vulfpeck fans, featuring The Fearless Flyers’ take on “Barbara.” The lineup includes Sandra Crouch on tambourine, Nate Smith on drums, Cory Wong on guitar, Mark Lettieri on baritone guitar, and...