Bolstered by the unyielding Midwestern work ethic she cultivated in her hometown of Kansas City, Missouri, Samantha Fish has plotted an exponential rise into blues and rock stardom. Fish has carefully crafted an image, brand, and sound that defies pigeonholing. Since trading in her drums, ala Eddie Van Halen, for the guitar at 15, Samantha …
Most musicians play within a particular genre or become known for existing within a certain musical ecosystem. But few musicians have covered as much ground across the entire spectrum as multi-talented guitarist, singer, songwriter, mixing engineer, and overall goofball as Devin Townsend. From the most aggressive of metal, all the way to the most ambient …
Over the years, Petty has cemented himself as one of the most legendary artists and songwriters of the modern era. He was nominated for 18 GRAMMY awards, won three, earned a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, was inducted into the Rock N’ Roll Hall of Fame, and is currently ranked 91st on Rolling …
Dream Theater is one of the most recognized and loved progressive acts of all time. In a style that’s grown and evolved from the 1980s to this date, Dream Theater has been well and revered the entire way as the true godfathers of the genre. At the helm of Dream Theater sits lead guitarist, John …
So as a bass player myself I have been the target of jokes made by guitarists for quite some time. But then, when a bass player joins a band, those quips invariably fade to black. You wonder why? Well because it becomes crystal clear fast to even the most cynical wannabe metal guitarists that the …
People have this impression that playing the banjo is more difficult than playing the guitar. This is not necessarily correct. Everything depends on how committed and dedicated you are in learning the basics of playing this instrument, including the different techniques for beginner banjoists. One great thing about the banjo is that it always comes …
There’s a ridiculous number of cheap bass guitars available in today’s market. Like most products, “cheap” can also mean junk when it comes to bass guitars. This isn’t always the case of course. There are plenty of great playing, great looking, overall great value options available for you. The trick is sorting through the rubble …
Geezer Butler is, without a doubt, one of the most influential bass players of all time, and equally so, a splendid lyricist who is responsible for spooking a generation into the eerie charm of Black Sabbath. Starting his musical career as a guitarist, he switched over to bass in the late 1960s when he teamed …
Whether you’re a beginner looking for a do-it-all acoustic guitar, or even if you’re a seasoned acoustic guitarist looking for a stage performing guitar, an acoustic electric guitar will come in handy. By simply plugging the acoustic guitar into a PA system, an amp, or an audio interface, it’s extremely easy to record and perform …
Shopping for an acoustic electric guitar can get especially tricky when you’re on a tight budget. But don’t worry, there are still some pretty incredible guitars you can pick up without breaking the bank. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced guitarist looking for a great sounding yet affordable acoustic electric guitar, there’s something for …