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PLAYER SPOTLIGHT "I always think about finding the space and playing just what needs to be played" (Matt Parker interview) - Guitarworld.com There comes a time when every son wants to be his father and this chapter really takes that ole story home. Well, I say home, home is a very personal preference and not always a singular place but more of a feeling or emotional sanctuary. This type of deep and meaningful thought and perception... read more.

PLAYER SPOTLIGHT "Life has had in store for me way more than I ever imagined" Keith Urban … People.com" This week's chapter takes us on a journey exploring the road to country music roots and beyond. No less than four Grammy wins, 18 more nominations, five ARIA Awards, and 24 country Number One hits, this player has solidified his position as a music industry powerhouse. It hasn’t always been this way though, his journey has... read more.

PLAYER SPOTLIGHT “Ginger Baker and myself were really a hot jazz rhythm section, and even when Eric was playing, Cream was basically a jazz band. We never told Eric that, but that's another story.” Quote - J. Bruce for Tony Bacon 1989 (14.05.20) The definition of an icon and a heritage musician embedded into musical history is something that can only be given, not claimed. For a player to gain recognition by both fans and... read more.

PLAYER SPOTLIGHT “That moment on stage, when it’s going well, when I’m not thinking, I chase that moment.” designpartners.com/heafy/ In this edition we drop the focus onto a very interesting and continuously active, hard-working, focused guitar player. A true role model in the modern age of how to utilise the modern methods combined with traditional dedication and drive to succeed and maintain his prestigious status. This weeks icon almost single-handedly defines the term “Flow”  Imagine... read more.