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Kevin Johnson

Kevin Johnson

Managing Editor

Kevin joined No Treble in 2009 as a contributor and later became the Managing Editor. Kevin is a true bass enthusiast and activist. In addition to writing for No Treble, he is Jazz Division Head for the Bass Coalition, which seeks to foster community and education through promoting local bass events including workshops, performances, and other events. He’s also a freelance bassist and teacher in the Northern Virginia area. Though his performances revolve around jazz, Kevin appreciates all genres of music, from R&B to metal and everything in between.

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Christian McBride and Edgar Meyer Release “But Who’s Gonna Play the Melody?”
New Albums

Christian McBride and Edgar Meyer Release “But Who’s Gonna Play the Melody?”

Nearly a decade ago, one of the most epic bass duos of all time came into existence. Now, Christian McBride and Edgar Meyer have released a monumental album humorously titled “But Who’s Gonna Play The Melody?”

Duff McKagan Releases Expanded Edition of “Lighthouse”
New Albums

Duff McKagan Releases Expanded Edition of “Lighthouse”

Duff McKagan has added onto his intimate third solo album with “Lighthouse (Expanded Edition).” The new collection is available now digitally and features eight new tracks plus three live performance videos captured last December at Easy Street Records.

Trickfish Amplification Now Shipping New Bass Pedal Line
Pedals & Effects

Trickfish Amplification Now Shipping New Bass Pedal Line

Trickfish Amplification’s booth at NAMM this year was buzzing due to a new amp and a new range of pedals. Now we have the full scoop of the stompbox lineup, which includes the VCA Compressor, the Overdrive Preamp, External Preamp (EPA), and the Signal Filter.

Ricky Phillips Leaves Styx
News

Ricky Phillips Leaves Styx

After serving as its bassist for 21 years, Ricky Phillips has left Styx. He shared the news on Facebook, stating that after a long career it was time to take a breather.

Bass of the Week: Rischke Guitars 332 “Brilliant”
Bass of the Week

Bass of the Week: Rischke Guitars 332 “Brilliant”

Bass Upfront’s David Sutkin has an astounding bass collection. We’ve taken a look at two of his Stradi basses before, but he’s just shared his latest addition to the lot. The Rischke Guitars 332 “Brilliant” is the first one to land in the U.S.

Colin Greenwood Announces New Radiohead Book
News

Colin Greenwood Announces New Radiohead Book

Colin Greenwood of Radiohead has announced a new book of photography documenting the band between 2003 and 2016. “How to Disappear: A Portrait of Radiohead” gives fans a behind-the-scenes look at the highly influential band.

Lollar Introduces Hum-Cancelling DC J-Bass Pickups
Pickups

Lollar Introduces Hum-Cancelling DC J-Bass Pickups

Lollar Pickups has introduced a new set called the DC J-Bass, which they describe as a “dual coil twist on the well-known and well-loved Jazz Bass pickup design.” The new design is hum-canceling while also offering a hotter and fuller-bodied Jazz Bass sound.

Stone Temple Pilots and Live Team Up for Jubilee Tour
Concerts & Tours

Stone Temple Pilots and Live Team Up for Jubilee Tour

1994 was a great year for rock. Some of the most iconic and influential albums were released that year, including “Purple” from the Stone Temple Pilots and “Throwing Copper” by Live. Now, the two bands are teaming up for a tour to celebrate the 30th anniversary of their landmark records.

Danelectro Announces the Red Hot Longhorn Bass
Basses

Danelectro Announces the Red Hot Longhorn Bass

One of the basses that caught our attention at the NAMM Show this year was the Danelectro Red Hot Longhorn Bass, and now we have more details about it.

Primus, Puscifer, and A Perfect Circle Announce the “Sessanta E.P.P.P.”
New Albums

Primus, Puscifer, and A Perfect Circle Announce the “Sessanta E.P.P.P.”

One of the most anticipated tours of 2024 is the Sessanta tour, which will feature A Perfect Circle, Primus, and Puscifer all on one stage to celebrate singer Maynard James Keenan’s 60th birthday. Now the groups have revealed that they’ve made an album together.

Dixie Dregs Add New 2024 Tour Dates
Concerts & Tours

Dixie Dregs Add New 2024 Tour Dates

After the enormous response to their 2024 tour, the Dixie Dregs have added nine new stops to the schedule. Dixie Dregs reunited its original lineup in 2018 for the “Dawn of the Dregs” tour. The band’s lineup for 2024 includes the original members plus Jordan Rudess.

Line 6 Launches the Pod Express Bass Pedal
Pedals & Effects

Line 6 Launches the Pod Express Bass Pedal

Line 6 has unveiled the Pod Express Bass pedal, which acts as an amp and effects processor. With sounds derived from the company’s Helix processors, the new model packs a lot in.