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Flying V

The Flying V: The history of an iconic guitar

January 15, 2021January 15, 2021 Andre Calilhanna

Since the first production electric guitar rolled out of its plant in 1936, Gibson has crafted some of the industry’s most iconic guitars — from the Les Paul and SG to the Memphis blues classic. But the lore and design of the Flying V and its modernistic siblings hold a special place in the Gibson catalog. Read the post.

A musician demonstrating some slide guitar techniques.

Slide guitar: A tutorial in six videos

October 11, 2018January 15, 2019 Keith Hatschek

If you haven’t ever tried to play slide guitar, all you need is a metal or glass slide, some patience, and to apply a few basic tips, as presented in these six videos. Read the post.

John Gustafson

John Gustafson: the second most important bassist to come out of Liverpool

July 13, 2018July 13, 2018 Scott McCormick

In a career that spans decades and features collaborations with an array of influential artists, John Gustafson is a name you might not know, even though he recorded on over 100 albums, including his solo album, Goose Grease, in 1976. Read the post.

Riot Grrrl

Riot Grrrl and the true spirit of rock n’ roll

July 10, 2018July 10, 2018 Chris Huff

Great rock music is a combination of explosive energy and an explosive message, which makes the Riot Grrrl movement one of music’s more potent pills. Read the post.

Jaki Liebezeit

Get to know a drummer: Jaki Liebezeit

April 26, 2018April 26, 2018 Scott McCormick

While his name may be missing from “top” lists around the web, Jaki Liebezeit forged a legacy with Can and numerous other artists on his way to being one of the greatest drummers you’ve never heard of. Read the post.

Three women in rock who made their mark in the music industry.

Women in rock — three luminaries who made their mark

April 10, 2018November 6, 2018 Chris Huff

Among the great writers, performers, and trailblazers in rock music, women who have advanced the cause hold a special place. We look at three women in rock whose music still resonates as they continue to influence modern music artists. Read the post.

rock n roll pioneers

Berry, Domino & Little Richard: Three rock ‘n roll pioneers

March 9, 2018March 9, 2018 Chris Huff

The music these three rock ‘n roll pioneers created changed music — and helped shape the culture of the US and the world. Read More.

three guitarists

Three guitarists you may have overlooked (and why you should check them out)

January 3, 2018January 4, 2018 Chris Huff

There’s nothing wrong with big, noisy rock, but here’s a perspective from three guitarists who use their instruments to create a vibe rather than flex their muscular musical chops every chance they get. Read More.

humbucking pickup

The birth of the humbucking pickup

December 20, 2017December 20, 2017 Tony Bacon

Excerpted from Chapter 3, “From the Flying V to the Jazzmaster” from the new book, Electric Guitars: Design and Invention (Backbeat Books), this post gives a brief history of the invention of the humbucking pickup. Read More.

Bob Dylan

Why Bob Dylan is important to songwriters

December 6, 2017December 6, 2017 Chris Huff

Love him or hate him, there’s a lot about Dylan’s career arc that is important and inspirational for songwriters, from his transforming song form to the fact that he’s kept writing almost non-stop for six decades. Read More.

tom petty

Tom Petty saved rock n’ roll from the ’80s

October 24, 2017October 27, 2017 Bob Barrick

Tom Petty record sales have increased over 6,000 percent since his death. Let’s hope people revisit the values embedded within: authenticity, independence, rebellion, skepticism, and love. Read More.

Fender Precision bass

The early days of the Fender Precision bass

November 28, 2016November 30, 2016 Tony Bacon

Excerpted from The Bass Book, here’s a brief history of the Fender Precision bass – an instrument that revolutionized modern rock ‘n roll. Read More.

gibson 335 guitar book

Eric Clapton and the Gibson 335 guitar

November 14, 2016November 14, 2016 Tony Bacon

Excerpted from The Gibson 335 Guitar Book, take a glimpse into Eric Clapton’s heralded Gibson 335 hollowbody that was first featured with Cream and went on to garner $847,000 at auction in 2004. Read More.

Guitar icons - Tom Petty

Guitar icons and the Gibson Flying V guitar

February 19, 2016January 15, 2021 Andre Calilhanna

So many iconic guitarists have made their mark on music history using a Flying V, and a host of others who have made significant use of the guitar, either on record or live. Untold numbers have dabbled with this legendary guitar model, and there are a host of non-Gibson Flying V users who deserve inclusion in the list. Read more.

evolution of effects pedals

Part 2: The evolution of guitar effects pedals – today’s market

February 16, 2016March 28, 2016 Keith Hatschek and Joshua Monley

Each of the basic effects pedals we covered in Part 1 is still made today, by a variety of manufacturers. That’s one of the things that makes the pedal world so fascinating. New takes on classic effects come out continuously, each offering some sort of variation or wrinkle that can help you further refine your own special sound. Read more.

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