Nearly all of today’s blues-rock guitarists are Hendrix influenced to some degree. Few, however, are capable of developing a distinctive, ethereal, almost ‘otherworldly’ tone combined with the tasteful phrasing that characterizes Robin Trower’s body of work.
As Gretsch Musical Instruments approaches its 125th year in business, it is fitting that the man guiding the company’s future is Fred Gretsch. Since he was a boy, Fred has been enamored by the company’s traditions and the excitement that surrounds
The world of music entertainment tends to center on celebrities, those who have the musical or other talents that attract crowds and make them roar. Behind the scenes, there are scores of music industry people who “make things happen”
Heavy Days is a killin’, in your face rock record from power trio Mambo Sons. Described by Rock and Roll Report Magazine as “the best straight out rock and roll record of the year,” the album lives up to the hype as it delivers two discs full of powerful guitar riffs, catchy lyrics and enough groove to satisfy even the most seasoned rock fan.
The band’s name was bold. It was massive. Mountain. Some claim it reflected the man standing his ground and hammering chords and the tight riff to the band’s hit, “Mississippi Queen.”
Today’s free authentic tab of the day is Bohemian Rhapsody by Queen.
Today’s free authentic tab of the day is Mr. Brightside by The Killers
Photo gallery of the blues master’s recent show in Chicago at the famed Buddy Guy Blues Club
During the past few years, Fall Out Boy has literally exploded over the pop music landscape. They’ve earned their keep by spending hard time on the road, building their music, giving it muscle and gathering a global network of fans.
This installment of GI’s Guitar Hero series features Slowhand, Eric Clapton.
