Groove: the notreble.com podcast
84 episodes - English - Latest episode: 21 days ago - ★★★★★ - 81 ratingsGroove – The No Treble Podcast features interviews with bassists each month, discussing all things music, creativity and (of course) bass. Hosted by Mitch Joel.
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Episodes
Groove – Episode #112: Henrik Linder
April 04, 2024 19:30 - 74 MBIn this Groove podcast episode, Henrik Linder shares insights into his musical world. He talks about the joy of learning and growing as a musician, the transition from covers to original music, and the role of the bass in a band. He also discusses how social media has opened new doors for musicians.
Groove – Episode #111: Jon Button
March 07, 2024 20:30 - 72.2 MBJon Button’s bass became his passport, navigating through gigs that spanned commercial scores, movie soundtracks, and tours with music royalty such as Sheryl Crow, Shakira, and, ultimately, The Who. He’s our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - the No Treble Podcast.
Groove – Episode #110: Justin Smolian
February 01, 2024 20:30 - 68.3 MBJustin Smolian and his band, Dirty Honey, are back to rock you out with their latest head-turner, “Can’t Find The Breaks.” Justin is our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - the No Treble Podcast.
Groove – Episode #109: Rodney “Skeet” Curtis
January 04, 2024 20:30 - 65.8 MBFew bassists have etched their legacy as indelibly as Rodney “Skeet” Curtis. This is a reflection on his 40-year odyssey, and it reveals not just a musician but a maestro who has continually redefined the electric bass. Skeet is our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - The No Treble Podcast.
Groove – Episode #108: Shaun Cooper
December 07, 2023 20:30 - 67.2 MBShaun Cooper of Taking Back Sunday is as a formidable figure, with his bass lines etching deep grooves in the landscape of punk rock music. He’s our guest for the December episode of the Groove Podcast.
Groove – Episode #107: Bobby Wooten III
November 02, 2023 19:30 - 67.8 MBIn the world of the electric bass, it’s the musical virtuosos like Bobby Wooten III who bring new live to the instrument’s boundless narrative. In this month’s episode of Groove - The No Treble podcast, we chat with him to learn more.
Groove – Episode #106: Mike Watt
October 05, 2023 19:30 - 61.5 MBIf the electric bass had a pantheon, Mike Watt would undoubtedly have his own shrine. He’s our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - the No Treble Podcast.
Groove – Episode #105: Freekbass
September 07, 2023 19:30 - 76.3 MBIn the electric bass universe, Freekbass is a monolith — a true groove guru who doesn’t just play bass but embodies it. He’s our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - the No Treble Podcast.
Groove – Episode #104: Normand Guilbeault
August 03, 2023 19:30 - 62.5 MBImmerse yourself in the vibrant rhythm of a maestro’s journey, Normand Guilbeault, who has been at the heartbeat of Canada’s jazz and improvised music sphere for over 40 years. Guilbeault is our guest for this month's Groove Podcast episode.
Groove – Episode #103: Mali Obomsawin
July 06, 2023 19:30 - 57.1 MBStriding out of the Odanak First Nation and onto international stages with thunderous aplomb, Mali Obomsawin is a bassist, singer, and composer who doesn’t just play the bass — she crafts sonic narratives. She’s our guest for this month’s episode of Groove.
Groove – Episode #102: Avishai Cohen
June 01, 2023 19:30 - 60.5 MBEpisode #102 of Groove is here. This month, we’re thrilled to share this conversation with the great Avishai Cohen.
Groove – Episode #101: Guy Pratt
May 04, 2023 19:30 - 65 MBGuy Pratt, a legendary bass player and skilled musician, has captivated audiences and inspired fellow bass players for decades. He’s our guest for Episode #101 of Groove.
Groove – Episode #100: Robert Trujillo
April 06, 2023 19:30 - 73.5 MBWelcome to episode #100 of Groove – The No Treble Podcast. For the first time, we brought someone back for a second appearance. Celebrating 100 episodes with Robert Trujillo!
Groove – Episode #99: Ryan Gullen
March 02, 2023 20:30 - 74.2 MBThe Sheepdogs built their name on hard work and determination. Ryan Gullen's commitment to his craft and willingness to push the boundaries of what is possible with the bass guitar has helped the band evolve their sound over the years and stay fresh and exciting. We chat with him in this episode.
Groove – Episode #98: Stu Brooks
February 02, 2023 20:30 - 46 MBStu Brooks has shared the stage with countless artists, and his resume goes way beyond that. He’s our guest for this month’s episode of Groove. Enjoy the conversation...
Groove – Episode #97: Clay Gober
January 05, 2023 20:30 - 60.3 MBIt’s hard to wrap your ears around the mind-bending instrumental music of Polyphia. Holding down the groove is Clay Gober, who is truly a master of his craft. Clay is our guest for Episode #97 of Groove. Enjoy the conversation...
Groove – Episode #96: The Legacy of John Entwistle with Steve Luongo
December 01, 2022 20:30 - 58.6 MBFor the first time, Groove - The No Treble Podcast interviews a drummer. Steve Luongo and John Entwistle worked together for 15 years on Entwistle's solo work. We caught up with Luongo to discuss the legacy of The Ox.
Groove – Episode #95: Darryl Jones
November 03, 2022 19:30 - 77.2 MBEpisode #95 of Groove is here, and we’re thrilled to share that this month’s guest is the legendary Darryl Jones. Enjoy the conversation... it is a great one.
Groove – Episode #94: Michael League
October 06, 2022 19:30 - 76.9 MBSnarky Puppy just dropped their latest album, and it is spectacular. Bassist/bandleader Michael League is our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - the No Treble podcast. Enjoy the conversation.
Groove – Episode #93: Eva Gardner
September 01, 2022 19:30 - 62.2 MBEva Gardner is also widely known as the original bassist for The Mars Volta and has built quite a resume along the way. She’s our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - The No Treble Podcast. Enjoy the conversation...
Groove – Episode #92: Miles Mosley
August 04, 2022 19:30 - 66.6 MBEpisode #92 of Groove is here! Our guest this month is a long-time friend of ours, and he’s an extraordinary bassist. Enjoy the conversation with Miles Mosley.
Groove – Episode #91: Andy Curran
July 07, 2022 19:30 - 55.8 MBOur guest for Episode #91 of Groove is Andy Curran, who recently joined Alex Lifeson’s band, Envy of None. Andy’s story is a fascinating one. Enjoy the conversation...
Groove – Episode #90: Fat Mike
June 02, 2022 19:30 - 62.9 MBEpisode #90 of Groove is here, and our guest is Fat Mike of NOFX. As expected, he is candid, real, raw, and he doesn’t hold back. Enjoy the conversation...
Groove – Episode #89: Pete Trewavas
May 05, 2022 19:30 - 49.2 MBThis year, Pete Trewavas celebrates his 40th anniversary as the bass player for famed prog-rock Gods, Marillion. He’s our guest for the 89th episode of Groove.
Groove – Episode #88: John Lodge
April 07, 2022 19:30 - 45.4 MBJohn Lodge has been performing and recording with The Moody Blues for more than five decades, selling in excess of 70 million albums, along with a successful solo career. He’s our guest for this month’s episode of Groove.
Groove – Episode #87: Kasim Sulton
March 03, 2022 20:30 - 70.6 MBFor close to 50 years, Kasim Sulton has made his mark on your daily playlists, whether you know it or not. Kasim played on albums that – total in sales of more than 85 million copies. He’s our guest for this month’s episode of Groove.
Groove – Episode #86: Mike Levine
February 03, 2022 20:30 - 67.7 MBOne of the foundational rock bands that made me love the genre was Triumph. For the February episode of Groove, we chatted with Mike Levine, who has held the bass chair for the band since the beginning. Enjoy the conversation...
Groove – Episode #85: dUg Pinnick
January 06, 2022 20:30 - 71.2 MBdUg Pinnick is not just an incredible bass player, but he is a unique singer and songwriter. He’s our guest for this month’s episode of Groove - The No Treble Podcast. Enjoy the conversation...
Groove – Episode #84: John Myung
December 02, 2021 20:30 - 59.9 MBOne of the bass players that I really wanted to speak with when we first decided to launch Groove – The No Treble Podcast over seven years ago was Dream Theater’s John Myung. Today’s the day! Enjoy the conversation...
Groove – Episode #83: Frank Bello
November 04, 2021 19:30 - 66.5 MBWe're super excited to share this month’s episode of Groove, with our guest Frank Bello. This is a great one. Enjoy the conversation...
Groove – Episode #82: Bakithi Kumalo
October 07, 2021 19:30 - 65.4 MBThis month’s episode of Groove - the No Treble Podcast features a true legend. Enjoy the conversation with Bakithi Kumalo...
Groove – Episode #81: Carlos Henriquez
September 02, 2021 19:30 - 55.7 MBCarlos Henriquez performs with the Wynton Marsalis Septet and has worked with Paco De Lucia, Tito Puente, Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan, Stevie Wonder, Lenny Kravitz, and countless more. He’s our guest for this month’s episode of Groove.
Groove – Episode #80: Ryan Madora
August 05, 2021 19:30 - 68.3 MBRyan Madora has been a No Treble contributor for a decade. She's also had an amazing career over those years. In episode #80, we chat with Ryan about all of it.
Groove – Episode #79: Tom Kennedy
July 08, 2021 19:30 - 60.2 MBThis month, we chat with the talented Tom Kennedy, an accomplished touring and studio musician who ranks as one of the top acoustic and electric bass players in the world. Enjoy the conversation...
Groove – Episode #78: Jackie Clark
June 03, 2021 19:30 - 78.4 MBThis is an exciting Groove episode for us on a number of counts. Jackie Clark has been a great friend to us since the beginning of No Treble, he’s a super accomplished musician and a fantastic storyteller. Enjoy the conversation...
Groove – Episode #77: Todd Kerns
May 06, 2021 19:30 - 84.9 MBTodd Kerns is currently the bass player for Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators. But his story is much deeper than that. Enjoy the conversation...
Groove – Episode #76: George Porter, Jr.
April 01, 2021 19:30 - 75.3 MBEpisode #76 of Groove - the No Treble Podcast is here, and this one features a legend. Fresh off his release of “Crying For Hope”, our guest is the great George Porter, Jr. Enjoy the conversation...
Groove – Episode #75: Charles Berthoud
March 04, 2021 20:30 - 63 MBEpisode #75 of Groove - The No Treble Podcast is here. This month’s guest is the insanely talented Charles Berthoud. Already recognized as one of the masters of the two-handed tapping technique, Charles plays the bass like a piano, accompanying himself with multiple parts.
Groove – Episode #74: David Ellefson
February 04, 2021 20:30 - 53.7 MBWhen you have a guitarist who can create riffs like Megadeth’s frontman, Dave Mustaine, you just know that the bottom end is going to be driving too. And, in this case – and for many decades – David Ellefson has delivered the goods. We chat with him in this episode of Groove.
Groove – Episode #73: Trevor Dunn
January 07, 2021 20:30 - 67.3 MBMr. Bungle released “The Raging Wrath of the Easter Bunny Demo” in October, re-recording of their earliest material (that fans were begging for). In this month’s episode of Groove, we chat with Trevor Dunn, who plays with Mr. Bungle and many more.
Groove – Episode #72: Scott Devine
December 03, 2020 20:30 - 72.4 MBIn this month’s episode of Groove - The No Treble Podcast, we chat with Scott Devine of Scott's Bass Lessons and learn more about his life, music, and online school. Enjoy the conversation...
Groove – Episode #71: Mohini Dey
November 05, 2020 20:30 - 71.6 MBIt’s hard to not be mesmerized when you watch Mohini Dey play the bass. It’s a lot to take in. Mohini is our guest for this month’s Groove episode. Here is her story. Enjoy the conversation...
Groove – Episode #70: Wylie Gelber
October 01, 2020 19:30 - 84.1 MBIf you Google Wylie Gelber, you won’t find much. But the bassist for Dawes (and luthier) has quite a story. You will have to listen to this new Groove episode to believe it - his story is about a million times more fascinating and surprising than anything you’ve read so far.
Groove – Episode #69: Derrick Hodge
September 03, 2020 19:30 - 60 MBThis month’s Groove episode is a fantastic conversation with bassist Derrick Hodge. Derrick studied music from six years old and is now a Grammy Award-winning Blue Note recording artist.
Groove – Episode #68: Gord Sinclair
August 06, 2020 19:30 - 81.5 MBEnjoy this month’s conversation with The Tragically Hip’s bassist, Gord Sinclair, who released his first solo effort earlier this year.
Groove – Episode #67: Jorge Roeder
July 02, 2020 19:30 - 58.9 MBIn this episode, we chat with bass great Jorge Roeder. Originally from Lima, Peru, Jorge has become known as one of the most versatile and expressive bass players in jazz today.
Groove – Episode #66: Paolo Gregoletto
June 04, 2020 19:30 - 41.9 MBAt the edge of heavy music lies Trivium. Paolo Gregoletto joined the band in 2004, when the band was in the studio working on what would become “Ascendary” (their debut album in 2005). He’s our guest for this month’s episode of Groove.
Groove – Episode #65: Ida Nielsen
May 07, 2020 19:30 - 45.4 MBIda Nielsen was the last bass player to be a part of Prince’s the New Power Generation and a core member of his other backing band, 3rdeyegirl. Ida is our guest for this month’s episode of Groove. Enjoy the conversation...
Groove – Episode #64: Joe Ayoub
April 09, 2020 19:30 - 60.6 MBYou have to be the kind of player who can play just about anything to get the gig in the American Idol house band. It’s the kind of job where Joe Ayoub shines. He’s this month’s guest on Groove - The No Treble Podcast. Enjoy the conversation...
Groove – Episode #63: Yolanda Charles
March 05, 2020 20:30 - 75.4 MBThere was a buzz on Yolanda Charles’ bass playing long before Sting chose her for his upcoming tour. Yolanda’s resume is as diverse as her musical tastes. She’s our guest in this new episode of Groove. Enjoy the conversation...