Life On The Road
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What’s in the Bag: Brian Rashap
Touring the world and bashing out the best music for hoards of traveling fans night after night is no simple feat. Musicians practice and dedicate their lives to bringing their A-game to the stage. But behind the lights, glamor, and fame, is a lone man whose one job is to… Read more
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Harmoni Kelley talks Touring, David Bowie and Bass Guitars.
Growing up with a guitar playing dad and constantly surrounded by music, Harmoni has lived up to her name in style. It wasn’t until age 17 when she picked up her first instrument – the bass guitar – so she considers herself somewhat of a late bloomer. But that hasn’t… Read more
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Adam Korsvik talks Slide Guitar, Teaching and Tom Leadon
Pass any seasoned guitarist an empty beer bottle and ask them to play a tune with it. You'd soon realise it's as good as starting from zero again – so it's no wonder slide guitarists are unanimously admired among the communities. "It's a totally different animal," says Adam Korsvik. The… Read more
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Carlos ‘Loki’ Cofino of Michale Graves talks influences, Jerry Cantrell and Ernie Ball Music Man Guitars
Since picking up the guitar at age 15, it’s been all upward trajectory for Carlos ‘Loki’ Cofino. Starting out playing in underground punk and metal bands, Loki now finds himself the guitarist of the ex-Misfits frontman Michale Graves. Their connection goes back to the early 2000s, starting as a guitar… Read more
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Flávio Silva Talks Jazz in Brazil, his Favorite Guitar and Victor Wooten
Brazil we know for its rich culture and a truly diverse and dynamic music scene. It has become a hotbed for music innovation and we've seen a new generation of musicians and composers emerge out to the global stage. One of them is Flávio Silva. A jazz guitarist and composer,… Read more
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Stu Cook of Creedence Clearwater Revival Talks Nostalgia, Touring and Achievements
To be a cornerstone of a band that produced hit after hit from the late 60s to the 70s and widely regarded as one of the quintessential classic rock bands of their generation is no mean feat. Stu Cook has been with Creedence Clearwater Revival right from the start. A… Read more
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Charlie Starr of Blackberry Smoke Talks Life on the Road, Collaborations and Vintage Gear
With 18 years of experience up their sleeves, 6 studio album releases and an average of 250 shows a year, Blackberry Smoke is showing no signs of slowing down. They've had a fair share of accolades as well - Rolling Stone once labeled them responsible for the revival of Southern… Read more
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Chuck Ward Talks Touring, Playing Sessions and Aaron Lewis
It takes talent to whip out chicken picking licks like these, and it's easy to see why Nashville based guitarist Chuck Ward is a player in demand, both as a session and a lead guitarist. His guitar of choice is the Telecaster. No surprises considering his biggest heroes played Telecasters,… Read more
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What’s in the Bag: The Last Bandoleros
Rolling Stone said they could be this year’s most important new country band and with their latest single, “Love With a Girl” released in April, for the foursome known as The Last Bandoleros, it’s easy to see why. The high-spirited, Brit-pop inspired rock-n-rollers are causing quite a stir with their fresh… Read more
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Mike Eldred on his Dream Guitar, Robert Johnson and Jimi Hendrix’s White Stratocaster
The “best unknown guitarist” - coined by the likes of Brian Setzer and others in the americana, roots and blues community. That’s after listening to Mike Eldred and his trio - a roots “super band” consisting of himself, John Bazz and Brian Fahey from The Paladins. The trio’s fourth album,… Read more
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Brandon Dickert of Save Ferris Talks Life on Tour, Composing and Drum Goals
Based in Orange Country, California, Save Ferris is considered to be one of the prominent bands responsible for the ska boom in the 90s. Powering the band’s tight grooves and tempo is drummer, Brandon Dickert. Aside from his drumming duties, Brandon is also the band's musical director, and has been a… Read more
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Angie Swan Talks Inspirations, Super Fans and her Portable Studio Rig
Angie Swan is the sort of guitarist that gets you on your feet, swooning over the ripping solos which leave you wanting more. Hailing from Milwaukee and growing in a household surrounded by music, Angie attended the prestigious Berklee School of Music during the early 2000s and honed her craft… Read more