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The National GUITAR Museum Announces Presentation of  “Lifetime Achievement” Award to Alex Lifeson

The National GUITAR Museum Announces Presentation of “Lifetime Achievement” Award to Alex Lifeson

Posted December 19, 2024 at 7:19 pm | No comments

The National GUITAR Museum announced that Alex Lifeson, one of the most revered rock guitarists of the past 50 years, will receive its annual “Lifetime Achievement” Award for 2024. Lifeson is the fifteenth recipient of the award.

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Iconic Bob Dylan Print by Elliott Landy And Other Landy Merchandise Holiday Sale

Iconic Bob Dylan Print by Elliott Landy And Other Landy Merchandise Holiday Sale

Posted December 12, 2024 at 7:48 am | No comments

From the legendary photographer, Elliot Landy, “This photo has become my most popular image of Bob taken in Woodstock, NY in 1968. In addition to its visual beauty, I feel it sub-consciously communicates the otherworldliness of his musical vision

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A Writers Paradise Black Friday Music Production Sale Is On Now!

A Writers Paradise Black Friday Music Production Sale Is On Now!

Posted November 26, 2024 at 10:46 pm | No comments

You may have heard our A Writers Paradise studio was struck by lightning during the horrible storms of the southeast earlier this year.  We had to replace a lot of gear just a few months back, but no worries… we’re running at full speed and a better than ever sound.  But, we definitely took at hit!   So, from all of us, our musicians, crew, singers, writers, and more..  we thank YOU for making each year one worth celebratin

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Guitar International’s Publisher Releases The Adventures of Digit & Tess Children’s Book

Guitar International’s Publisher Releases The Adventures of Digit & Tess Children’s Book

Posted October 28, 2024 at 9:43 am | No comments

Rick Landers, Guitar International’s publisher has announced the release of his first children’s book in a series called, “The Adventures of Digit & Tess”, now available in print as a paperback, as well as an eBook. The series is about a young Canadian girl named, Tess Hopper, and her companion an AI-robotic cat, Digit. The two have a few challenges, but by the end of the book, and their first adventure to Niagara Falls, they become friends.

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NAMM 2024: An Uncertain Future

NAMM 2024: An Uncertain Future

Posted October 8, 2024 at 7:24 pm | No comments

I’m already tired of seeing the #NAMMSHOW sculpture photo, so I chose a different photo here (I hope you like it too). Despite the absences, NAMM 2024 was awesome. The numbers show 62,000 attendees, 33% more than in 2023, but still far from the record 115,000 attendees in 2020. The number of 2024 exhibitors also increased: 33% more than in 2023.

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Kirk Pasich Project Releases Third Single “Nights Are Forever Without You” Feat. Vocalist Ginny Luke

Kirk Pasich Project Releases Third Single “Nights Are Forever Without You” Feat. Vocalist Ginny Luke

Posted October 1, 2024 at 9:56 pm | No comments

The Kirk Pasich Project is thrilled to announce the release of their third single, “Nights Are Forever Without You,” featuring the powerful and evocative vocals of Ginny Luke. This track is the latest offering from their forthcoming release, the 21-song concept album/rock opera, Radio (Alone in the Night), due October 25th via Blue Élan Records.

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Steve Vai 4DR Studios Presents Version Two of APP Tied to “Zeus In Chains’

Steve Vai 4DR Studios Presents Version Two of APP Tied to “Zeus In Chains’

Posted September 26, 2024 at 6:46 pm | No comments

Steve Vai and 4DR Studios have updated the App listening closely to the global audience and their individual user experiences. Their aiming being to make the interface as easy as it possibly could be to navigate. They have also broadened the time the user can record for addressing the limitations of ten seconds.

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Steve Vai, Michael Mesker and Rufus Publications Present Wire & Wood: The Guitars of Steve Tai

Steve Vai, Michael Mesker and Rufus Publications Present Wire & Wood: The Guitars of Steve Tai

Posted September 9, 2024 at 4:42 am | No comments

All of Steve Vai’s best-known guitars from studio, stage and screen, spanning his four decade-long career are featured beautifully in this work of art. The guitars seen in grainy 1980s music videos are explored in high resolution detail highlighting their peculiarities, blemishes, configurations and modifications.

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The EBow in the new millennium: JOYO Infinite Sustainer JGE-01

The EBow in the new millennium: JOYO Infinite Sustainer JGE-01

Posted July 19, 2024 at 9:10 pm | No comments

The Joyo JGE-01 Infinite Sustain has garnered considerable attention among guitarists seeking to expand their sonic possibilities. This review will delve into its features, performance, and how it stacks up against competitors like the EBow Plus and the Sustainiac pickup. 

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Recently Discovered Rare & Unknown Bob Dylan Handwritten Lyrics Penned By Dylan on the Auction Block June 5th!

Posted May 16, 2024 at 8:26 pm | No comments

Among the Lion Heart Autograph sale’s highlights are two unknown pages of unpublished lyrics written by Bob Dylan in New York in the early1980s. Considered one of the 20th Century’s most influential artists, Bob Dylan reshaped popular music to become the voice of his generation. His poetic lyricism has been appreciated by millions worldwide and acknowledged at the highest level when he was awarded the 2016 Nobel Prize in literature.

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