Editor’s Note: At the end of each year, we tally up all the article and video views on No Treble to come up with a list of the top 10 most popular bassists. This is entirely based on readership, not on opinions, polls, or anything else. Just having some fun.
2025 Reader Favorites
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists – #1: Why Les Claypool Still Leads the Way
Les Claypool finishes at No. 1 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list following a standout year of gear, touring, and Primus highlights.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Paul McCartney Rises to #2
Paul McCartney rises to No. 2 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list after a year of touring, releases, and renewed fan attention.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Black Sabbath’s Geezer Butler Reaches #3
Geezer Butler reaches No. 3 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list following Black Sabbath’s final performance and deep dives into his gear.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Anthony Jackson’s Legacy Remembered at #4
Anthony Jackson is remembered at No. 4 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list following an outpouring of tributes from the bass community.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Tony Levin Returns at #5
From BEAT’s live album to news of new King Crimson material, Tony Levin checks in at No. 5 on No Treble’s 2025 list.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Robert Trujillo Brings the Bass Thunder at #6
Robert Trujillo takes the No. 6 spot on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list after a year spanning metal milestones and new gear.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Geddy Lee Comes in at #7
Geddy Lee comes in at No. 7 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list after a year filled with releases, gear, and renewed Rush buzz.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Charles Berthoud Checks In at #8
Charles Berthoud lands at No. 8 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list after a year of boundary-pushing collaborations and solo bass work.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Pino Palladino Banner Year Lands Him at #9
Pino Palladino lands at No. 9 on No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list after a banner year of signature gear, albums, and performances.
No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists: Victor Wooten Opens the 2025 List at #10
Victor Wooten starts No Treble’s 2025 Reader Favorite Bassists list at No. 10 after another highly visible year.