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PLAYER SPOTLIGHT "I was playing guitar since I can remember. It's almost like a language, something you grow up just knowing." fender.com Homage is a great thing, I find it’s somewhere between love and respect and a historic gesture of influence. In this episode we look to get nostalgic both musically and with fashion, but most importantly the spirit of rock 'n' roll regenerated and revamped for another generation to dive into.We look to uncover... read more.

PLAYER SPOTLIGHT "Formal musical training is invaluable. But equally important is listening to and playing along with great music that has come before us" Guitarworld.com For this instalment we get an insight into an incredible multi-instrumentalist, singer-songwriter, Grammy Award-winning, long-serving musician that crosses many genres.I believe it's quite rare to come across naturally gifted musicians that can consistently create continuously over their entire career. To make a career as a musician is somewhat of a... read more.

Over the years, I have met only a handful of guitarists who pay real attention to their guitar picks. And I have met even fewer who spend time and effort searching for the best guitar picks for their playing style.It is easy to neglect your guitar picks. After all, when it comes to guitar gear, there are guitars, amps and pedals - all of which typically steal most players’ attention. Not only this, but if... read more.

of ST. VINCENTPLAYER SPOTLIGHT “I was a 10-year-old fan of Pearl Jam and Nirvana, and I would’ve got into a fistfight defending them. Art mattered.”  St. Vincent - TheGuardian The future is very much upon us and evolution is speeding up faster than a sweep picked arpeggio.Reinvention and innovation is the new normal, going back is nothing but nostalgia, going forward is everything in achievement, breaking new boundaries and freeing your mind to self expression is... read more.