Guitar Edge magazine recently spoke with Joe Bonamassa backstage at one of his shows. During the discussion, Bonamassa plays a lick and then breaks it down. He also talks about a new guitar acquisition, a Gibson Firebird. … [Read more...]
Jimmy Buffett – Buffet Hotel
In just over a week on December 8, Jimmy Buffett will release a new album titled Buffet Hotel. The album was produced by Mike Utley and Mac McAnally, long-time members of Buffett's band The Coral Reefers. Buffett usually surrounds himself with some great guitarists and musicians, and this release is no different. In addition to his band, Buffett is joined on the album by … [Read more...]
Davy Knowles Jamming with Chickenfoot
Davy Knowles and Back Door Slam recently opened for Chickenfoot during their US tour. On the final show at the Gibson Amphitheatre, Knowles got to jam with Chickenfoot. It had to be a little intimidating to share the stage with Joe Satriani, but Knowles held his own. I've said it before and I'll say it again, if you get a chance to catch Knowles and Back Door Slam, you … [Read more...]
John Mayer Playing an SG
To kick off the release of his new album Battle Studies, John Mayer played a concert at the Beacon Theatre in NYC and the concert was broadcast by Fuse. Mayer played a number of guitars throughout the show, including of course a collection of Strats and his signature Martin acoustic. He also played a Telecaster, which isn't too much of a surprise as he'd posted videos of … [Read more...]
John Mayer Performing Crossroads
Here is a video of a recent performance John Mayer did of "Crossroads", the Cream/Robert Johnson cover from his upcoming album Battle Studies. I really like the slower feel Mayer took with the song, and he rips out a nice solo. The slide part by Robbie McIntosh is also nice. Check it out: … [Read more...]