Johnny A. Interview

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2011/04/08
Before he embarked on a solo career in 1999, Johnny A. racked up years of experience as an ace guitarist on the Boston rock scene, as a sideman for members of Santana, Creedence Clearwater Revival, and Derek and the Dominos, and finally as the guitarist and musical director for J. Geils frontman Peter Wolf. Johnny A.'s two studio albums, 1999's Sometime Tuesday Morning and 2004's Get Inside, garnered rave reviews and even spawned a crossover hit with "Oh Yeah." In 2010, the Malden, Massachusetts native released his first live album, One November Night. He sat down with Gibson.com to discuss the live album, as well as those early Boston years and the Gibson Custom Signature guitar that bears his name.

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Sammy Hagar Interview

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2011/04/08

With his autobiography, Red: My Uncensored Life in Rock, topping the New York Times hardcover non-fiction best-sellers list and his supergroup, Chickenfoot, currently recording the follow-up to their smash self-titled debut, Sammy Hagar is living up to his reputation as one of rock's most entertaining (and likable) dudes. Making the rounds at Canadian Music Week (where he jammed with Great White North legends Bachman & Turner), Hagar took some time to sit down with Gibson.com to chat Chickenfoot, Les Pauls and that nigh mythical place called Cabo Wabo.

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Aerosmith Engineer Jay Messina Interview

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2011/04/07
Ever wish you were a fly on the wall when your favorite bands were recording their greatest albums? Jay Messina was a bit more than a proverbial fly. In fact, he was an active participant and essential ingredient on some of the most legendary records ever recorded, including Kiss's Destroyer, Cheap Trick at Budokan, Lou Reed's Berlin and a whopping eight albums by Aerosmith, including Rocks, Toys in the Attic and Get Your Wings.

Now in his fifth decade as an engineer and producer, Messina looks back on some of the landmark moments of his career.


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Billy Morrison Interview

GibsonGuitarCorp |2011/03/22
Billy Morrison is a man of many talents -- guitarist with Billy Idol, founder of extraordinary covers band Camp Freddy and guest actor on the TV series Californication. And now, this versatile musician has his own signature guitar, Gibson USA's Billy Morrison Les Paul. Morrison recently stopped by Gibson's Beverly Hills Showroom to show off his signature model, discuss his acting stint and share his secrets for righteous rhythm guitar playing.

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Comic Book Heroes Interview

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2010年12月15日 |
Teen rock sensations the Comic Book Heroes have been busy lately. The pop-rockers have had their hit single "Move Out of the Way" blasted on ESPN during every NASCAR broadcast and they're also getting ready to release a new album this October. Although the young band are barely out of high school, they have some classic rock cred: drummer Colin MacGregor is the son of Foghat bassist Craig MacGregor. The Comic Book Heroes (who include MacGregor, frontman Ned Goldman, guitarist Steve Kosciusko and bassist Steve Kowalski) recently stopped by Gibson's New York showroom to talk music, guitars and their cover of "The Purple People Eater."

Joshua Radin Interview

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2010年11月23日 |
Joshua Radin, one-time painter and screenwriter turned exceptionally talented singer-songwriter, recently stopped by the Gibson New York Showroom to talk about his career, his favorite Gibson guitars, playing at Ellen DeGeneres' wedding and why Ringo is the coolest Beatle.

Gary Lucas Interview

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2010年11月23日 |
From his early dazzling work with Captain Beefheart to his inspired collaborations with the late Jeff Buckley, Gary Lucas continues to inspire as one of the most prodigiously talented and prolific guitarists of our time. Dubbed "The Thinking Man's Guitar Hero" by The New Yorker and "Guitarist of 1,000 Ideas" by The New York Times, Gary dropped by the Gibson Showroom in New York City to discuss all things guitar, including his lifelong love affair with Gibson guitars. Oh, and just watch what this man can do with a guitar! Truly amazing.

The Quarrymen Interview

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2010年11月22日 |
Led by John Lennon, with Paul McCartney in close support and George Harrison throwing chords and leads right behind, they were rock and roll at its most primal. Ever inspired to push the envelope of what was decent and acceptable in their milieu, they flew forward, unafraid, into a new world of music, built on rock, skiffle, blues, R&B, country and rockabilly. They were, of course, The Quarrymen.
Oh, you were expecting someone else? Yes, The Beatles were indeed all of those things, as well. But John, Paul and George were Quarrymen long before anyone ever thought to make a pun of a certain insect name. If one were to carry the insect association a bit further, you could say The Quarrymen were the caterpillar to The Beatles' butterfly. But then, that might be a bit confusing. Suffice it to say, without The Quarrymen, there would be no Beatles.
But John, Paul and George weren't the only Quarrymen. Far from it. The Quarrymen were an expanding and contracting coterie of players, centered around Lennon, but he was hardly the only one to impact the course of the ship. Right in the middle of it all were other members, young men who never made it to The Cavern or Hamburg or Shea Stadium. Their story is a fascinating glimpse into rock and roll history. And fortunately for us, three of their number — Rod Davis, Len Garry and Colin Hanton — recently sat down for an interview with Gibson.com.

Firebird X - Limited Edition

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2010年11月16日
The Firebird X guitar takes the guitar instrument to new heights of functionality and usability for the professional player and the aspiring enthusiast. Using technologies that did not exist even a few years ago, we have enhanced an already outstanding instrument to unbelievable performance and creative heights. The enhancements touch every aspect of the instrument, from using improved manufacturing technologies to the latest electronics. Firebird X is like the world's best street legal sports car in looks, feel and performance.

Eric Johnson Interview

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2010年11月16日
Guitar legend Eric Johnson recently stopped by Gibson's New York Showroom to talk about his love for the ES-335 (on which he recorded his mega-hit "Cliffs of Dover"), the Austin music scene, Eric Clapton's Cream years, playing on the Experience Hendrix tour and the importance of tone. Check out his guitar mastery at the end of the interview.

The Green Children Interview

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2010年11月15日
When Milla Sunde and Marlow Bevan met at Paul McCartney's Liverpool Institute of the Performing Arts, it was a match made in heaven... or perhaps, Valhalla. The fantasy-fueled duo immediately recognized that their influences and talents perfectly harmonized, resulting in a bright musical breeze of atmospheric beauty. Not only have they created an array of well-crafted songs and soundscapes, but they've also taken their talents and used them for the betterment of others with the establishment of The Green Children Foundation. Mille and Marlow recently stopped by the Gibson's New York City Showroom to talk about their new album and the viridian path that led them there.

Jason "Slim" Gambill Interview

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2010年11月15日
Country music's ace guitarist, Jason "Slim" Gambill can be heard adding the twang to Lady Antebellum as they take over the country charts. Between shows, "Slim" stopped by Gibson's New York Showroom to talk about Lady Antebellum, country music, fingerpicking techniques and his all-time favorite Gibsons.

Ryan Bingham Interview

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2010年11月12日
After winning an Academy Award and a Golden Globe, what do you do as a follow-up? Singer-songwriter Ryan Bingham just keeps doing what he's been doing, staying on the road and releasing new music. After gaining attention and awards for "The Weary Kind" (the theme song for the Crazy Heart movie) earlier this year, Bingham has been touring and promoting his new album, Junky Star. During his time in Austin, Texas -- where he performed at the Austin City Limits Festival -- Bingham sat down on the Gibson Tour Bus with fellow musician Mike Ethan Messick to talk about his increasing fan base, the new album and his love of the J-45.
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Kopek Interview

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2010年11月12日
After eight years of playing clubs and paying their dues, Irish rock trio Kopek are finally about to release their debut album, White Collar Lies. Daniel Jordan (vocals, guitar), Bran Kinsella (bass) and Shane Cooney (drums) recently stopped by Gibson's New York Showroom to discuss their first album, talk about what it was like to win Best Live Act at the Global Battle of the Bands and share their love of Les Pauls. The trio also performed an acoustic rendition of "Sub Human," from White Collar Lies, set for release in January.

Devon Allman Interview

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2010年11月11日
Honeytribe's Devon Allman recently stopped by the Gibson New York City Showroom to talk about guitars, his father Gregg and uncle Duane, and growing up in one of America's most famous musical families. Devon, a tasty guitarist himself, also explains the origins of Honeytribe's name with his Gibson guitar.
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Finger Eleven Interview

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2010年11月11日
After scoring big with a Top 10 single ("Paralyzer") and a gold-certified album (Them vs. You vs. Me), Finger Eleven are back with a new album, Life Turns Electric. Guitarists Rick Jackett and James Black recently took time out of their busy schedule to stop by Gibson's Toronto Showroom and talk about the making of the new album, the success of "Paralyzer" and their growing legions of European fans.

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Beatles Know-It-All Martin Lewis

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2010年11月10日
Humorist/producer/writer/TV and radio host/marketing guru Martin Lewis is at the epicenter of the John Lennon 70th birthday celebrations this week. The longtime Fab Four scholar is promoting a U.S. tour of the proto-Beatles band, The Quarrymen, and is hosting a charity show in John's honor this Saturday in New York City featuring The Quarrymen, Pete Seeger, Marshall Crenshaw, Neil Innes and Earl Slick, among others. Gibson.com managed to catch the energetic Englishman at Gibson's New York City Showroom to discuss Lennon's lasting legacy.

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Somebody's Darling with Dan Baird

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2010年11月05日
One of the hottest rising country rock acts today is Somebody's Darling, a Texas-based quartet featuring the sultry, soulful voice of Amber Farris and the dirty, gnarled guitars of David Ponder. The band's first album was produced by Georgia Satellites legend Dan Baird, whose other production credits include Chris Knight and Rayon City Quartet (featuring former Black Crowes guitarist Jeff Cease). Both the band and Baird recently visited the Nashville Gibson Showroom during the Americana Music Festival. http://www.gibson.com

Smile Empty Soul Interview

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2010年11月05日
The latest album from California rockers Smile Empty Soul is actually an older release. Anxiety, released with a bonus DVD earlier this year, was meant to be the band's sophomore album in 2005. However, outside issues forced Smile Empty Soul to shelve the album. Now some of the band's older material has become "new music" to their fans. Frontman Sean Danielsen and drummer Jake Kilmer recently spent some time on the Gibson Tour Bus to talk about their new/old album, their grunge influences and what's next for the band. http://www.gibson.com

Jeff Stinco from Simple Plan

GibsonGuitarCorp | 2010年11月05日
Simple Plan continue to be one of the hottest bands out of the Great White North. The Canadian quintet has garnered legions of adoring fans and a pile of awards during their 11-year career. As recording progresses for the band's follow-up to their 2008 self-titled album, guitarist Jeff Stinco sat down with Gibson.com to discuss the upcoming CD and his arsenal of Gibson guitars. http://www.gibson.com