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C.F. Martin IV Interview: The Martin Legacy

C.F. Martin IV Interview: The Martin Legacy

Posted November 6, 2010 at 1:00 pm | 3 comments

The headstock of a Martin guitar proudly announces that it has been an American tradition since 1833. Seven generations after the small guitar company was established in New York, before migrating to the village of Nazareth, Pennsylvania, the Martin company’s mark is recognized around the world as a benchmark for instrument excellence.

Posted in: Guitars and Gear, Industry Interviews, Interviews

Paul Reed Smith Shop Tour

Paul Reed Smith Shop Tour

Posted November 6, 2010 at 12:00 pm | One comment

Tour of PRS’ Maryland plant, check out guitars being sanded, finished and wired.

Posted in: Guitars and Gear

Flavio Sala on the Current State of Classical Guitar

Flavio Sala on the Current State of Classical Guitar

Posted November 6, 2010 at 11:00 am | 2 comments

Flavio Sala doesn’t hold back, in his playing or with his words. The multi-talented guitarist, who weaves his music between the classical guitar and world-music genres,

Posted in: Classical, Classical Interviews, Interviews

Experience Hendrix Tour Review and Photo Gallery

Experience Hendrix Tour Review and Photo Gallery

Posted November 6, 2010 at 10:00 am | 7 comments

If you love Jimi Hendrix, the blues, and getting a chance to hear some of your favorite guitarists play all the Hendrix’s hits on one stage, do yourself a favor catch the Experience Hendrix Tour when it comes to your hometown.

Posted in: Classic Rock, Concert Reviews, Reviews

Buddy Holly That’ll be the Day Guitar Tab: Free Buddy Holly Guitar Tabs

Buddy Holly That’ll be the Day Guitar Tab: Free Buddy Holly Guitar Tabs

Posted November 6, 2010 at 9:00 am | No comments

Today’s free authentic tab of the day is “That’ll be the Day” by Buddy Holly.

Posted in: Guitar Tab

Dick Boak Interview: Artist and Limited Editions

Dick Boak Interview: Artist and Limited Editions

Posted November 5, 2010 at 1:00 pm | No comments

Most Martin Guitar aficianados are familiar with Dick Boak, Director of Martin Guitar Artist and Limited Editions. Dick is the guy at Martin who works with top celebrity guitarists to design and build some of the most unique and finest instruments made.

Posted in: Guitars and Gear, Industry Interviews, Interviews

Take 5 Reviews: John Denver, ZZ Top and Brad Paisley

Take 5 Reviews: John Denver, ZZ Top and Brad Paisley

Posted November 5, 2010 at 12:00 pm | One comment

Reviews of five new albums, books and DVDs by John Denver, Brad Paisley, ZZ Top and Hal Leonard Publishing

Posted in: Reviews, Take Five Reviews

David “Rock” Feinstein Interview: Looking to be Identifiable

David “Rock” Feinstein Interview: Looking to be Identifiable

Posted November 5, 2010 at 11:00 am | 3 comments

David “Rock” Feinstein, former member of Ronnie Dio & The Prophets, The Electric Elves, Elf, and the leader of the legendary NYC band The Rods, is about to unleash an all-new solo effort, Bitten By The Beast.

Posted in: Interviews, Metal, Metal Interviews

Croatian Shred: Insights From Damir Simic Shime

Croatian Shred: Insights From Damir Simic Shime

Posted November 5, 2010 at 10:00 am | One comment

Last year in Guitar World magazine, ubershredder Yngwie Malmsteen recalled his journey to America, a country he called “truly the land of opportunity.” He came off the plane with a guitar, an extra pair of pants, and a dream, and since his breakthrough, many other European guitarists came over hoping to follow in his footsteps.

Posted in: Interviews, Metal, Shred Interviews

Bob Marley No Woman No Cry Guitar Tab: Free Bob Marley Guitar Tabs

Bob Marley No Woman No Cry Guitar Tab: Free Bob Marley Guitar Tabs

Posted November 5, 2010 at 9:00 am | One comment

Today’s free authentic tab of the day is “No Woman No Cry” by Bob Marley.

Posted in: Guitar Tab