Bass Videos - Page 321
Young Pandas: Suspended
No Treble reader and bassist Kyle Nagel sent us this video of his band Young Pandas. Kyle shared the process behind this and their other videos: “This is a recording we made at The Farm Studio in Westchester, PA… We went on a spring tour right after the recording an so are just releasing the videos now. I actually am...
Johann Berby: Gramoun Lontan
Born on Reunion Island in the Indian Ocean, Johann Berby’s music brings together elements of various African genres to create his own style. Check out this clip of “Gramoun Lontan,” taken from his album .
Bootsy Collins, Maceo Parker and Fred Wesley: Let Him Out
We’re celebrating funk bass legend Bootsy Collins’ birthday today. Here’s a great clip of Collins laying down the groove with fellow James Brown band alumni Maceo Parker and Fred Wesley on Letterman in 1990. Happy birthday, Bootsy!
Cryptopsy: Detritus (the one they kept)
Extreme technical death metal outfit Cryptopsy is back with new music! “Detritus (the one they kept)” is the first peek at The Book of Suffering Tome 1, due October 30th. “It has been three years since Cryptopsy’s last release and many fans have expressed their eagerness to hear new material,” the band shared on their website. “This time, rather than...
Vulfpeck: Rango II
The second video from Vulfpeck’s brand new album, Thrill of the Arts, is here. This is “Rango II” – a nice laid back version of the song that originally appeared on Mit Peck. Joe Dart lays down a nice groove, as always.
Video Premiere: El Ten Eleven’s “Point Breeze”
We’re proud to team up with Gallien-Krueger to premiere a new performance by the awe-inspiring duo El Ten Eleven. Formed by multi-instrumentalist Kristian Dunn and drummer Tim Fogarty, the duo utilizes a host of techniques and effects to build driving grooves with sublime sonic atmospheres. Dunn and Fogarty both get creative with loop pedals to layer simpler foundations into a...
The Interludes, Featuring Ryan Madora: The Lizard
Earlier this year, Nashville bassist and No Treble contributor Ryan Madora released the self-titled debut with her new group, The Interludes. Inspired by the great rhythm sections from Stax, Motown and Muscle Shoals, the band’s vibe throws back to the instrumental stylings of Booker T. and the MG’s while bringing a modern touch of Medeski, Martin, and Wood. “I’m really...
Zander Zon & Miki Santamaria: Eleanor Rigby
Just yesterday, I was thinking it has been a while since we’ve seen a video by Zander Zon. This morning I opened my email and saw a note from Zander. Not only is there a new video, it features another of our favorite bassists here, Miki Santamaria. The duo take on The Beatles’ “Eleanor Rigby”. “It’s actually my first bass...
Abraham Laboriel: Case of the Blues
Every time I watch Abraham Laboriel, it’s like a masterclass in “how it’s done.” His playing exudes musicality that lets his personality shine through, giving us all something to strive toward. Here’s a great clip of the master improvising a blues along with Hadley Hockensmith on guitar, Bill Maxwell on drums, Greg Mathieson on organ, and Phil Driscoll on trumpet...
BassTheWorld: 21 Bassists in 1 Video
BassTheWorld.com has followed up their “Got Bass Chops?” video with a second episode. This time, 21 bassists from around the world lay out the nastiest licks, funkiest grooves, and smoothest lines to show the scope of our beloved instrument. The bassists in order of appearance are Hadrien Feraud, Jay-Tee Teterissa, Bruno Tauzin, Andy C. Saxton, Evan Marien, Adam Ben Ezra,...
Alessandro Calabrese: 10 Amazing Bass Lines in Rap History
Alessandro Calabrese sent me this video tribute to his favorite rap tunes. Not only does he handle the bass, he also shows off his guitar skills. How many of them do you recognize?
Snarky Puppy: Dunlop Sessions
Dunlop brought Snarky Puppy in for their “Sessions” series, which blends performances and interviews with artists. In this episode, members of Snarky Puppy discuss “their beginnings and the risks and rewards of standing by your musical vision.” There’s also the music of course, with Michael League and the band performing “Binky” and “Flood”. Enjoy.











