Best Guitar Magazin Podcasts (2025)

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John Sykes Tribute: Reflecting on a Guitar Legend Gone Too Soon 22:19

3h ago22:19

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John Sykes Tribute John Sykes’ passing hits hard, partly because he was the same age as me. You don’t expect to be making tribute videos for someone from your own generation—a peer who, for many of us, epitomised the 1980s rock dream. But more than that, John Sykes was a driven perfectionist with a distinct vision for his music. He left an indelibl…

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Bluegrass Unlimited Podcast with Kody Norris 57:15

2h ago57:15

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This week we fearture Kody Norris of the Kody Norris Show. We will talk with Kody about his bluegrass journey to date and focus on some of the bands latest recordings, including hearing a couple of songs from his last two recorded projects.By Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine

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Beautiful Ugly: How 'Captain Of The Lost Waves' Found Healing Through Music 50:30

4d ago50:30

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A Journey Through Pain & Creativity - Captain of The Lost WavesWhen I last spoke to the Captain, he was navigating life-altering challenges—physical pain, recovery, and all the emotional hurdles that come with it. Yet here he is with a new album that not only reflects his struggles but also transcends them in ways that feel profoundly healing. List…

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The Best Box Sets and Reissues of 2024 Ranked! 39:51

4h ago39:51

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Top 35 Box Sets & Reissues of 2024!Join me as I take you through the year’s best box sets and reissues. 🔥 Featured Artists Include: Rory Gallagher, Thin Lizzy, Jethro Tull, Black Sabbath, and more!💿 Which box set or reissue was your favorite this year? Let me know in the comments!Thank you for your continued support and for being part of this incre…

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Bluegrass Unlimited Podcast with Jacob Jolliff 1:06:56

1h ago1:06:56

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This week we feature mandolin player Jacob Jolliff and talk to him about his early years in Oregon, his attending the Berklee College of Music, the various bands he has performed with, including Joy Kills Sorrow and Yonder Mountain String Band, and then we talk about him starting his own band. We’ll also talk about his band’s last two solo albums a…

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The Best Albums of 2024 Ranked 51:56

3d ago51:56

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Must-Hear Albums of 2024: My Top 35 !Join me, Phil Aston from Now Spinning Magazine, as I take you through my definitive list of the year’s best new album releases. From prog and rock to metal and beyond, discover the music that defined 2024 for me.🔥 Featured Bands Include: Cats in Space, Judas Priest, Deep Purple, Big Big Train, Steve Hackett, and…

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Courtney Hartman 42:22

2h ago42:22

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Guitarist and singer-songwriter Courtney Hartman discusses her evolution from flashy flatpicker to introspective songwriter, the staying power of old-time music, her relationship with Bourgeois Guitars, and shares insights from teaching music. Additional Resources: Visit Courtney Hartman's website. Learn to play her arrangement of “Cumberland Gap” …

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David Gilmour : Luck and Strange : Why It's His Best Album in Years 12:28

3d ago12:28

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David Gilmour : Luck and Strange : Album Review'Why it's his best album in years - and I'm including Pink FloydThank you for your continued support and for being part of this incredible community. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell so you never miss a new video. Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine…

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"Why Choose Handmade?" with Gary Rogowski (Best of "The Secrets of Mastery," Season 1) 20:14

5d ago20:14

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On this episode of "The Secrets of Mastery," we discuss the value of handmade work with master woodworker and furniture maker Gary Rogowski. The founder of the Northwest Woodworking Studio, Rogowski is also the author of many books about woodworking and creativity in the digital age. In this interview, we discuss whether technology helps or hinders…

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Bluegrass Unlimited Podcast with Maddie Denton 1:15:23

6d ago1:15:23

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This week we feature fiddler Maddie Denton. Maddie performs with both East Nash Grass and the Dan Tyminski Band and she will be the fiddle instructor at our Bluegrass Unlimited Workshop Weekend during the weekend of February 7th to the 9th, 2025 in Owensboro, Kentucky. We’ll talk with Maddie growing up as a contest fiddler, her work with her curren…

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Bluegrass Unlimited Podcast with Johnny Warren 1:13:12

12d ago1:13:12

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This week we feature fiddler with Johnny Warren. As most listeners will know, Johnny is the son of bluegrass fiddle legend Paul Warren who spent years performing with Flatt & Scruggs and then toured with Lester Flatt and the Nashville Grass after Flatt and Scruggs parted ways. Johnny is the fiddle player for the Earls of Leicester. We talk with Joh…

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Bluegrass Unlimited Podcast with Fred Carpenter 1:02:14

30d ago1:02:14

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This week we feature fiddler Fred Carpenter. Fred has had a long career in bluegrass music and with selling and repairing fiddles at his shop in Nashville. He also has a new album out titled One More Thing that includes an impressive group of special guests. We’ll talk with Fred about his years of playing fiddle in bluegrass and country music, his …

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Ep. 142: "Paul Jerky" 1:19:06

21d ago1:19:06

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It's the 142nd episode of the Truth About Vintage Amps! Join Skip and Jason as they field all of your pressing guitar amp questions. Plus...recipes, music and book recommendations and more! Want to be a part of our show? Just email us a question or voice memo to podcast@fretboardjournal.com. Some of the topics discussed this week: :00 Jingle Bell R…

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Bluegrass Unlimited Podcast with Shawn Camp 1:06:07

26d ago1:06:07

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This week we feature songwriter, singer, record producer, fiddler, and guitar player Shawn Camp. Lester Flatt is on the cover of our December 2024 issue and Shawn plays Lester Flatt’s role in the Earls of Leicester. We’ll talk with Shawn about working with the Earls of Leicester and his career as a songwriter and performer.…

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Bluegrass Unlimited Podcast with Andy Statman 1:09:02

1M ago1:09:02

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This week we feature mandolin player Andy Statman. Andy has been involved in bluegrass music and mandolin playing that extends to jazz and klezmer music since the 1960s. We’ll talk with Andy about his long career and then discuss his newest recording, titled Bluegrass Tracks. You will also hear a couple of cuts from the new recording.…

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Leslie Mandoki: From the Iron Curtain to Global Stardom – An Unbelievable Journey! 47:49

1M ago47:49

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In this episode of the Now Spinning Magazine Podcast, I talk with Leslie Mandoki, founder of the Mandoki Soulmates, about his incredible journey from escaping the Iron Curtain to performing with legends like Ian Anderson , Al Di Meola and Jack Bruce.Leslie shares the inspiration behind the album A Memory of Our Future, his commitment to analog reco…

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Meet the Collector: Scott Lade’s Top 5 Must-Have Prog Albums 57:03

2M ago57:03

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Dive into the world of prog rock with Meet the Collector! In this episode I talk to Scott Lade from The Prog Corner about his top five progressive rock albums of all time. From the complexities of Tales from Topographic Oceansto the daring brilliance of The Lamb Lies Down on Broadway, discover why these albums are cornerstones of the genre. 📀 Album…

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Bluegrass Unlimited Podcast with Becky Buller 1:10:30

1M ago1:10:30

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This week we feature singer, songwriter, fiddler and band leader Becky Buller. We talk with Becky about her career in bluegrass leading up to starting her own band, her decade of working as a bandleader, her songwriting and the story behind her latest recording project, titled Jubilee. You’ll also hear the title song from Jubilee as well as a song …

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Are CDs Becoming The Go-To Format For Music Fans and Collectors Again? 13:16

2M ago13:16

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Are CDs becoming the go-to format for young fans and collectors again? In this episode of Music Biz Chat, I dive into the resurgence of the CD format, fuelled by some eye-opening stats from the UK music industry.Highlights include: Coldplay selling 182,000 CDs in a single week for their new album, Moon Music.Insights from industry experts at Cookin…

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Ep. 141: "I've Got an Alamo That I Want to Forget" 1:12:27

2M ago1:12:27

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Missing your rambling relatives this holiday season? You're in luck! Tune in to Jason and Skip as they ramble through weather reports, amp fixes, book recommendations, reflective impedance, reverb-driven line-out and more on our 141st episode! Want to be a part of our show? Just email us a question or voice memo to podcast@fretboardjournal.com. Som…

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Bluegrass Unlimited Podcast with Mark Cosgrove 56:59

2M ago56:59

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This week we feature guitar player Mark Cosgrove. Mark is a national flatpicking guitar champion who has toured with musicians like Jerry Douglas and Liz Meyer and, most recently, he spent 12 years on the road with David Bromberg and has performed and recorded with many others, including his own band called Good Medicine. Mark has also produced a n…

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Is This The Future of The Music Business? 1:09:00

2M ago1:09:00

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Is this the future of the music business - insights, advice and tips for musicians and for fans on how to support them!from Phil Aston & Andy EdwardsIn this Podcast I am joined by Andy Edwards Drummer with IQ, Frost* Robert Plant and also a very well known YouTuber! Phil Aston | Now Spinning Magazine…

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Bluegrass Unlimited Podcast with Jen Larson 55:49

2M ago55:49

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This week we fearure singer Jen Larson and talk with her work as the manager of the archives at the Grand Ole Opry and her approach to teaching vocal lessons. She will be one of the vocal instructors at Bluegrass Unlimited’s workshop weekend in February 2025, which will be hosted by the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and Museum.…

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Neal Morse on No Hill for a Climber: The Faith and Cinematic Sound of Prog Rock 32:36

2M ago32:36

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Join me as I sit down with Neal Morse to discuss his breathtaking new album, No Hill for a Climber. From the nearly 30-minute title track to the deeply spiritual “Ever Interceding,” Neal takes us on a journey into the creative process behind his latest work. In this interview, Neal reveals: The story behind the album’s title and its connection to D…

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Devin Townsend on Finding Patterns in Chaos: The Book, The Album, and Life 23:24

2M ago23:24

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Join me as I chat with the one and only Devin Townsend about his transformative new projects: the introspective book Overexposed and Underdeveloped and the boundary-pushing album Powernerd. Devin opens up about revisiting his past, recognizing patterns in his life, and how these realizations shaped his latest music. We also discuss his journey from…

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Bluegrass Unlimited Podcast with Tim May 55:13

2M ago55:13

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This week we feature multi-instrumentalist Tim May. Tim spent fifteen years performing with the band Crucial Smith and has also toured with Patty Loveless, John Cowan, Eddie Rabbit, Rodney Dillard, Kathy Mattea and many others. Tim is also a popular instructor at music workshops and camps and has produced a number of instructional books and videos.…

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The Psychedelic Rock Journey Behind Rosalie Cunningham’s New Album 21:36

2M ago21:36

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In this episode I sit down with the brilliantly talented Rosalie Cunningham Rosalie discusses her new album, To Shoot Another Day, which is out now. Often described as “If Kate Bush and The Beatles had a baby,” Rosalie’s music is a mesmerizing blend of vintage influences from the 60s and 70s, seamlessly combined with modern rock. From Bond-inspired…

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Bluegrass Unlimited Podcast with Kenny Kosek 1:10:11

3M ago1:10:11

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This week we feature fiddler Kenny Kosek. Kenny has played for many great bands over the years, including Country Cooking and Breakfast Special back in the early 1970s, and also has produced instructional books and videos that are popular amongst bluegrass fiddlers. He now has a new album out titled Twisted Sage. We’ll talk about the new album and …

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Ep. 140: "Tiny Bits of Tingle" 1:08:57

2M ago1:08:57

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It's the 140th episode of the Truth About Vintage Amps podcast, where amp tech Skip Simmons eventually fields your questions on all-things-tube amps! As always, use all advice at your own risk. Want to be a part of our show? Just email us a question or voice memo to podcast@fretboardjournal.com. Some of the topics discussed this week: 2:35 What's o…

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Tony Banks - From Genesis to Orchestral Genius: Exclusive Interview 33:54

3M ago33:54

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In this exclusive interview, I sit down with Tony Banks from Genesis to explore his latest project, 18 Pieces for Orchestra. We discuss his journey from rock to orchestral music, his inspirations, and the challenges he faced transitioning to this genre. Hear Tony’s thoughts on his favorite compositions, working with the Prague orchestra, and how cl…

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187: Dull Men's Standards Club and Diminshed Bromance 1:09:45

2M ago1:09:45

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Beebs and Dan jam in meat space for the first time in a while.

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Bluegrass Unlimited Podcast with Gena Britt 1:01:59

3M ago1:01:59

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This week we feature banjo player Gena Britt. We speak with Gena about her many years in bluegrass music. We talk about how she got started, the many bands that she has performed with over the years and her current job with Sister Sadie.By Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine

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Tim Bowness on 'Powder Dry,' Burning Shed & The Future of Physical Music | Exclusive Interview 58:29

3M ago58:29

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In this episode of the Now Spinning Magazine Podcast, Phil Aston interviews Tim Bowness, diving deep into his new solo album, Powder Dry. Tim takes us on a track-by-track journey through the album, sharing insights into its creation, themes, and influences. He also discusses the enduring value of physical music formats and the story behind the form…

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186: RIP Guitar Techniques Magazine 58:07

3M ago58:07

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The lads pour 1 out for the beloved magazine of their yoot.

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Bluegrass Unlimited Podcast with Steve Thomas 1:04:41

3M ago1:04:41

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This week we feature fiddler Steve Thomas and talk with him about his years playing bluegrass with legends such as Jim & Jesse, The Osborne Brothers and The Whites, plus his work with a number of country music stars. We will also talk about his current job with the new all-star bluegrass band Southern Legacy and his own band Steve Thomas & The Time…

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Pure Reason Revolution Journey to Consciousness: An Interview with Jon Courtney 31:30

3M ago31:30

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Jon Courtney of Pure Reason Revolution delves into the band’s latest album, Coming Up to Consciousness. We discuss the intricate layers of sound, the conceptual underpinnings, and how the band continues to evolve its unique blend of prog rock, electronic, and ethereal soundscapes. Jon also shares personal insights on the creative process and what f…

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185: Quayle Returns, We're Back to a 4 Piece, With a Side of Bants 1:20:37

3M ago1:20:37

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Tom's (briefly) back from the Laney tour, time for a big old catch up.

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Ep. 139: "I'm Going Negative" 1:22:23

3M ago1:22:23

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It's the 139th episode of the Truth About Vintage Amps podcast, where amp tech Skip Simmons fields your questions on all-things-tube amps! Want to be a part of our show? Just email us a question or voice memo to podcast@fretboardjournal.com. Some of the topics discussed this week: :48 On the bench: A 1974 Alembic pre-amp, a Showman head in disguise…

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Bluegrass Unlimited Podcast with Rebecca Frazier 1:25:13

3M ago1:25:13

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This week we feature singer, songwriter and guitar picker Rebecca Frazier and talk with her about her new album on Compass Records called Boarding Windows in Paradise. First we’ll talk with Rebecca about her bluegrass and flatpicking guitar journey and then we’ll talk about the recording and hear several cuts from the album.…

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Bluegrass Unlimited Podcast with Jerry Douglas 1:09:42

4M ago1:09:42

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This week we feature legendary Dobro player Jerry Douglas. Jerry not only was recently inducted into the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame, but his band has a new album out titled The Set. We talk with Jerry about his career in bluegrass, the Hall of Fame induction and the new recording.By Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine

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The Tony Carey Interview - Rainbow Rising and Beyond 1:00:55

4M ago1:00:55

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Tony Carey joins the Podcast to talk about ‘Rainbow’, Planet P, Solo Projects, Composing, overcoming serious illness and future projects. Tony also talks about his early years, his audition with Rainbow, Producing and Soundtrack Work and recent projects, especially Mandoki Soulmates. Thank you for your continued support and for being part of this i…

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Bluegrass Unlimited Podcast with Chris Warner 56:08

4M ago56:08

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This week we feature banjo player Chris Warner. We talk with Chris about the two periods of time that he spent with Jimmy Martin and also discuss his performing with Del McCoury, Tom Adams, Audie Blaylock and others. We also talk about Chris’ time as a music store owner and instrument repairman.By Bluegrass Unlimited Magazine

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184: Fender, Gibson Coming Back To NAMM, Paid Modeller Updates (Feat. John Cordy) 1:22:10

3M ago1:22:10

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Beebs and Dan rope John Nathan Cordy back on whilst the Doc and TQ are away. Big shoes to fill, but he's now a Dad, and Johnny big chewbs since last time he was on. Can he get through the first 60 seconds without an R Kelly joke? This may have been a bad idea. Oh dear. Topics include the big guns (Fender, Gibson, Suhr) returning to the NAMM show fo…

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Bluegrass Unlimited Podcast with Bill Clifton 2:05:31

4M ago2:05:31

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This week we feature 93-year-old bluegrass, folk and country music legend Bill Clifton. Bill has had an amazing career in bluegrass music both in the United States and Europe. We talk with Bill about his career in bluegrass and also about his friendships with such music legends as A.P. Carter and Woody Guthrie. This one runs longer than most of our…

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Get Recording Ready 43:06

4M ago43:06

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It's easier than ever to grab a guitar and a microphone and hit record—but how can you get the most out of your recording session? We sat down with Joe Gore and Molly Miller, both guitarists and studio pros, for a conversation about how to prepare. Thanks to G7th for sponsoring this episode. Learn about the Performance 3 and the other ranges of G7t…

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