For guitar collectors, Gibson Les Paul models made from 1958 through 1960 represent the holy grail of guitars. In the recent past, the value of Les Paul's made during this period have skyrocketed, going for multiple hundreds of thousands of dollars. As of this writing, Gruhn Guitars here in Nashville has three 1959 Les Pauls each of which are in the $250,000 range and a fourth … [Read more...]
Eric Johnson 2009 NAMM Fender Video
The winter NAMM show was a little over a week ago, and some great videos are coming out from the show. Rich Murray over at The Guitar Channel has rounded up quite a few good ones. Thanks to Rich, one of the best I've seen so far is this one of Eric Johnson playing his new signature Stratocaster, featuring a bound Rosewood neck, which looks great. In my opinion, the neck binding … [Read more...]
Peter Green and Fleetwood Mac Playing “Oh Well”
As a fan of blues-based rock music, I've known about Peter Green for a long time. He's a legend in blues circles, and rightfully so. However, I've only recently become a fan. Back when Peter Green-era Fleetwood Mac music was not as easy to find here in the States as it is now, I found a Fleetwood Mac live CD featuring Peter Green. I snatched it up waiting to be blown away. … [Read more...]
Jonathan Kellerman Interview
About a month ago, I mentioned that novelist Jonathan Kellerman has recently published a book titled With Strings Attached: The Art and Beauty of Vintage Guitars, which is about his stellar guitar collection. I've since had a chance to read the book, and it is fantastic. The photos are gorgeous, and Mr. Kellerman includes detailed descriptions about many of the guitars. Not … [Read more...]
Back Door Slam with Gov’t Mule
Back Door Slam had a big year in 2008. I was able to catch them early last year as they traveled through Nashville supporting James McMurtry. Later in the year, they were given the opening slot for the Kid Rock/Lynyrd Skynyrd tour. And, to round out the year, they toured with Gov't Mule. I'm glad to see them getting some recognition; they really put on a great show. It's … [Read more...]