Podcast appearances and mentions of Redd Volkaert

On this episode, host Joel Harrison speaks with Telecaster-slinging guitarist Redd Volkaert about his approach on soloing, progressions, and more. For more content and instructional material, visit patreon.com/guitarunlimited. Guitar Unlimited is sponsored by the Alternative Guitar Summit. Visit alternativeguitarsummit.com for more info.

What is the best speaker for my Deluxe Reverb, is one of the most asked questions of all-time. A friend recently asked me about doing an episode on this topic, and added that I should give it some added weightiness by finding out what all the pros I know use. So I queried Brent Mason, John Leventhal, Tom Bukovac, Duke Levine, Luke McQeary, JD Simo, Guthrie Trapp, Redd Volkaert, Steve Wariner, James Pennebaker, Jeff King, Jerry McPherson, Rob McNelley, Jedd Hughes, Stuie French, Ryan Wariner, Andy Reiss, Derek Wells, and Kenny Vaughan to find out what they prefer in their Deluxe Reverb. I thought we would have a huge variety of speakers, but surprisingly, it really came down to 3-types. Today we compare those 3 varieties, and look at their strengths and weaknesses. We also look at the stock speakers that were shipped with vintage (1963-1967) BF Deluxe Reverb amps, and why most players don't use them.Follow me on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/askzac/To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac Or check out my store for merch  - https://my-store-be0243.creator-spring.com/#askzac #deluxereverb #zacchildsSupport the show

Brent Mason, Redd Volkaert, Johnny Hiland, J.D. Simo, and Daniel Donato reunited with Don Kelley on August 5th 2024 for a one-time concert to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Robert's Western World. Besides being a fete for one of the longtime anchors of Broadway's club scene, it was also a celebration of Don Kelley, and the incredible alumni of his band over the last 40-years. Today, we discuss both the concert and Kelley's influence on Nashville guitarists.To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac Or check out my store for merch  - https://my-store-be0243.creator-spring.com/My interview with Don Kelleyhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vZWFFIxn14Strings: D'Addario NYXL 95-44https://amzn.to/41rnl0V1957 Esquire2023 Headstrong Lil' King with 12" Eminence GA-SC64 speakerhttps://headstrongamps.com/lil-king-ampMirage compressor pedal, Boss DM-3 delay#askzac #reddvolkaert #donkelleybandSupport the Show.

To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comIn August 1998, I was reading the latest Guitar Player Magazine and excitedly read a feature on the new guitarist for Merle Haggard's Strangers, Redd Volkaert. In the accompanying photo, he was captured holding a number of Roy Nichols-era Haggard albums, and cradling a number of vintage Telecasters, including a blackguard. In the article, Redd promoted his new "Telewacker" album and professed his love for Nichols, and I knew that this was the man that was going to bring the Telecaster sound back to the Hag's lead guitar spot. As much as I had loved the 1980s-era Roy and later Clint Strong with their Les Paul and Peavey Session 400 rigs, I had longed to hear the tunes played with a Tele and a JBL-equipped Fender amp. I soon learned that Haggard was playing nearby and I immediately bought a ticket to see Merle and the Strangers for their show on September 4th, 1998, in Corpus Christi, Texas. For the entire show, Redd was on-fire, as he paid homage to his predecessors, yet put his spin on the guitar parts to Merle's incredible catalog of hits. It was one of the best shows I have ever heard.Today we look at Redd Volkaert and his huge influence on Telecaster players over the last 30 years. Also, we feature a new segment, Zac's book time.Book link https://amzn.to/3T0g9DXPlaylisthttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/4DL...Redd guests quite a bit with the Western Flyershttps://www.thewesternflyers.com/Gear Used:1957 Fender Esquire with a 1954 neck pickup, and original bridge pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain. Both pickups were rewound by Ron Ellis.Strings: D'Addarion NYXL 10-46Pick:D'Andrea Medium-HeavyAmp:1965 Deluxe Reverb with a 60s JBL D120F gray frame speaker with its original cone. Used with AmpRX Brown Box set to 113vEffSupport the show

To Support the Channel:https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.com A short list of the veterans of Don Kelley's band includes Brent Mason, Redd Volkaert, Johnny Hiland, Guthrie Trapp, JD Simo, Daniel Donato, Porter McClister, and Luke McQueary. Kelley was bandleader and coach for these giants, helping each of them hone their playing and tone by playing 5-6 days of the week, 4 hours a night, under his watchful eye.As important as these players and their stories are, today we get to hear Don's story of growing up in Texas, serving in Vietnam, moving to Nashville to play with Joe Stampley, and how he came to lead his band and guide the careers of some of the finest guitarists in the world.#askzac #donkelleyband #telecasterSupport the show

On this John Carroll Interview: John opens up and talks about playing the national anthem at the recent American League Championship game in Houston, moving between Texas and Nashville… playing with Pat Green, Chris Cagle, Cory Morrow, David Kersh and Les Paul… getting sober, dealing with some demons, following his faith and how it's helped him, happiest moment in his life, coming clean with himself, and loads more cool stuff: Discover Where the Money's Hiding in the Music Business in 2023, @ https://MusicReboot.com  Support this show: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support For 30 years John's toured, played and recorded with some of the most successful regional, national, and international country acts. He was also one of the 2 people Redd Volkaert will allow to sub for him, at Redd's former standing Continental Club gig. Subscribe & Website:  https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe Cool Guitar & Music T-Shirts, ELG Merch!: https://www.GuitarMerch.com   

To Support the Channel:Tip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacOr check out my store at  - www.askzac.comJoe Glaser is the guru that has kept Nashville guitarists up and running since the early 80s. With help from Brent Mason, Steve Wariner, and Ricky Skaggs, his string benders and 3-pickup Telecaster setups became "must-haves" for anyone wanting to be seen as a serious guitarist in Music City. Today, we look at Joe's recently revamped string bender mechanism, which is now convertible between the B or G string, and his updated middle pickup blend control for 3-pickup Telecasters.Find out more about Glaser's bender, and set up a time for an install. https://www.glaserbender.com/Gear for this video:Will Barton's Birthday Caster Brian Poe 1-piece swamp ash body, MJT finish, Marc Rutter's saddles, bridge, and hardware. Ron Ellis 50B, Tall Neck, and Duncan 80s Hot Strat Stack. Clive Brown neck re-shaped by Redd Volkaert. https://ruttersguitars.com/Pick: Fender MediumAmp: 1965 Deluxe Reverb with Celestion Vintage 30 speaker, and bright cap clipped on the vibrato channel.Effects used: Amp Verb. #askzac #guitartech #telecasterSupport the show

To Support the Channel:Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/AskZacTip jar:  https://paypal.me/AskZacVenmo @AskZac  Or check out my store for merch  - www.askzac.comWith the blessing of Redd Volkaert, who has an album by the same name, this Roy Nichols episode is titled "No Stranger To A Tele." Roy of course was the guitarist in Merle Haggard's band, The Strangers,  from 1965-1987, but there is so much more to his story than just his time with Merle. Today we look at his story that takes flight during the depression, going through his time with The Maddox Brothers and Rose, Lefty Frizzell, Wynn Stewart, Johnny Cash, and his seminal work with the Hag. Of course, we take a look at his gear, and specifically what he used on the Merle live records that are to many the "Nichols Bible" of licks and tone.More information and photos of Roy through the years, including shots of him playing his main Tele, are at my site. https://www.askzac.com/post/roy-nicho...Spotify Playlist for Royhttps://open.spotify.com/playlist/2Tb...Gear for this video:1957 Fender Esquire with added Ron Ellis "New Tall" neck pickup. Restoration and aging on the body by Dan "Danocaster" Strain.Strings: D'Addario NYXL 10-46  https://amzn.to/3bWYb1MPick:Danocaster MediumAmp:1965 Deluxe Reverb with Celestion Vintage 30 speaker, and bright cap clipped on the vibrato channel.Effects used:Amp Verb. #askzac #guitartech #telecasterSupport the show

Hello and welcome to How Did I Get Here? From The Vault! Today we go back to episode 583 with legendary guitar hero, Redd Volkaert released April 14, 2017. Below are my original notes from the show. My guest for episode 583 is the amazingly talented guitar legend, Redd Volkaert! You might know Redd from his work with Brad Paisley, George Jones, Tim Mcgraw, Dolly Parton, his years with Merle Haggard and many, many more. He's put out several albums and instructional videos. If you live in Austin, you can see him every Saturday at 3:30 pm at The Continental Club and every Sunday at 7:00 pm with his band, Haybale at The Continental Club as well. Redd and I have a great conversation about growing up in Canada, falling in love with the guitar, his years in California, playing with Merle Haggard, what inspires him and much, much more! I hope you enjoy getting to know Redd. I sure did. Let's get down! Get set up or repair on your guitars with J. Scott Lutherie! If you feel so inclined. Venmo: www.venmo.com/John-Goudie-1  Paypal: paypal.me/johnnygoudie    

A short list of the veterans of Don Kelley's band includes Brent Mason, Redd Volkaert, Johnny Hiland, Guthrie Trapp, JD Simo, Daniel Donato, Porter McClister, and Luke McQueary. Kelley was bandleader and coach for these giants, helping each of them hone their playing and tone by playing 5-6 days of the week, 4 hours a night, under his watchful eye. As important as these players and their stories are, today we get to hear Don's story of growing up in Texas, serving in Vietnam, moving to Nashville to play with Joe Stampley, and how he came to lead his band and guide the careers of some of the finest guitarists in the world.

Telephone Line - Electric Light Orchestra, The Buck Stops Here - Redd Volkaert, Back in Time - Huey Lewis and the News, Time for Change - Mötley Crüe, Sweet Child O' Mine - Guns N' Roses, Land of Confusion - Genesis

Redd Volkaert is without question one the finest guitar pickers of his generation. His work in Merle Haggard's band The Strangers and time in Austin, Texas based group Heybale are well known in country music circles. Over the course of his storied career, Redd has spent time backing up, sharing the stage and recording with some of the brightest stars and biggest legends in country music. Included among his long list of accolades is a 2009 Grammy Award for Best Country Instrumental Performance. It was a great pleasure to speak with Redd and learn more about his backstory, his journey and contributions to the sophisticated field of beautiful country music. For more on Redd visit: www.reddvolkaert.com

Redd is Telecaster royalty. He played in Merle Haggard's band for many years after making a name for himself as a go-to Nashville studio guitar-slinger. Redd's own band held court at Austin's famed Continental Club for nearly 20 years, and his residency was not to be missed. Now residing in Virginia, Redd connects with Greg to talk about navigating bands, studios, scenes, and of course Telecasters.1:51 - Redd’s transition from Austin to Virginia, why moving around the country keeps his playing fresh and inventive, the constant hustle of being a guitar player in a city like Nashville and Austin, and the benefits of moving to a small town17:59 - The importance of relationships and friendships in the music industry, and the flip-side of running your own solo project20:46 - Knowing when and how to use stylistic & improvisational freedom24:54 - Life as a musician in Canada, its bustling music scene, and Redd’s transition to California where he coincidently linked up with steel guitar player Bobby Black31:55 - LA and the funny unwritten law of subbing out your gig if another pays better without risk of getting fired33:59- Redd and the Telecaster37:30 - What kind of music Redd grew up listening to46:20 - Redd’s go-to amps then and nowTotal Length: 71:23

Today, we catch up with the mighty Redd Volkaert and see how he has been doing since he moved from Texas to Virginia, and what he has been doing while he has been isolating at home.

In the latest installment of the Truetone Lounge, Redd Volkaert shares with us his journey from the bars of Vancouver, Canada, to the stages with Merle Haggard, to his Grammy win for his work with Brad Paisley, to his current status as one of the great Honky-Tonk guitar heroes. Along the way, Volkaert heaps praise on bandleader extraordinaire, Don Kelley, for his powerful influence, and the thrill of filling Roy Nichol’s shoes in Merle Haggard’s band. In the gear department, we discuss what he looks for in a Tele, and his working relationships with both Grammatico amps, and Durham Electronics effects.

Today, we catch up with the mighty Redd Volkaert and see how he has been doing since he moved from Texas to Virginia, and what he has been doing while he has been isolating at home.

Redd Volkaert discusses his electric guitar lessons available on TrueFire, performs, and answers questions. To learn more and watch the video from this live session, please visit truefire.com/live.About Redd: Born in Canada, Redd Volkaert began guitar at age ten. After many club gigs and traveling around Canada, he moved to the U.S. He spent time in California and Nashville, but eventually found his home in Austin, Texas.Redd is best known to country audiences as the lead guitarist for Merle Haggard's band The Strangers since 1997. He launched his solo career with the album Telewacker in the late 90’s and is known as one of the great masters of the Telecaster.

Grammy-winning guitarist for his work with Brad Paisley, James Burton, Vince Gill, John Jorgenson, Albert Lee, Brent Mason & Steve Wariner on “Cluster Puck.” Redd’s played and toured with Commander Cody, Eric Johnson, Merle Haggard (5 years), Albert Lee, Vince Gill, Marty Stewart, Buck Owens, Dwight Yoakam, Trace Adkins, Bill Kirchen, Billy Gibbons, Sonny Landreth, Seymour Duncan and literally hundreds of others... Great story how he met and wound up playing with Brad Paisley, Merle Haggard, John Jorgenson, Eric Johnson (Redd sold him some guitars!) Redd’s a hustler with a great work ethic, and how he inherited these traits from his father, makes a wonderful story. LOADS of stories on this VERY candid call. Listen NOW: Support this Show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support  Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneLovesGuitar/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyonelovesguitar/ 

John founded The Desert Rose Band, The Hellecasters, and he played and toured with Elton John for 6 years. He also won a Grammy for his work with Brad Paisley, James Burton, Vince Gill, Albert Lee, Brent Mason, Redd Volkaert, and Steve Wariner… and was awarded Academy of Country Music’s Guitarist of the Year, 3 times in a row… John talks about how he got into Gypsy Jazz… how 3 guitarists in one band managed to get along so well… his latest albums and projects… and the 2 biggest hardships he struggled with overcoming and how he actually succeeded, and lots more…  This was a great call with an extremely talented player who’s also as grounded and genuine as they come, so check it out right now... Support this Show: http://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/support  Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneLovesGuitar/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyonelovesguitar/ 

This week, legendary guitar virtuosos, songwriters, and Telecaster Jedi Bill Kirchen and Redd Volkaert recorded live at Ozark Folk Center State Park in Mountain View, Arkansas. Also, interviews with these two guitar giants. “Grammy-nominated guitarist, singer, and songwriter Bill Kirchen first gained national recognition as a founding member of the original “Americana” group Commander Cody and his Lost Planet Airmen. His trademark guitar licks drove their “Hot Rod Lincoln” into the Top Ten in 1972. His latest recording “Transatlanticana” hit the Top 10 on the Americana Radio chart, staying in the Top 40 for 5 months.” - https://www.billkirchen.com/bill-kirchen-biography “Redd Volkaert was a successor to Roy Nichols in Merle Haggard's backing band, and is "among the country’s top Telecaster guitar slingers.” Volkaert won a 2009 Grammy for Best Country Instrumental Performance. Best known as a Fender Telecaster player, with a personal collection that includes a 1953 Fender Telecaster, a 1951 Fender Nocaster, a 1958 Fender Esquire and a 1950s-style Hahn Telecaster.” Volkaert has backed up literally everyone in country music at some point. - https://www.reddvolkaert.com/default.html In this week’s “From the Vault” segment, musician, educator, and country music legacy Mark Jones offers a 1978 archival recording of Ozark original Mike McGee performing the traditional song “Rank Strangers,” from the Ozark Folk Center State Park archives. Writer, musician, and traditional dancer Aubrey Atwater guides us through a cultural transposition of the traditional song “One Morning in May,” with musical examples and her own cultivated insight.

Too Much Monkey Business. Schiff's Groundhog Impeachment Summarium. Team Trump's Six-Point Defense. Crisply rendered. Setting the record straight on Jason Crow's struggles with the facts. Colorado's own Impeachment Manager Crow gets calmly and professionally dismantled by Trump Attorney Jay Sekulow. Meanwhile, Socialist Bernie Sanders pulls ahead in Iowa and New Hampshire. Panic from the Democratic Establishment. Warren, Hillary and Obama all pile on Poor Bernie. As does Norah O'Donnel of CBS, who blasts Sanders for not knowing how much all his Free Stuff Socialism actually costs. Kleptocrat Biden still hanging on. Democrats in quite the pickle for 2020. The Bowl of Cold Oatmeal. Wild World. A Way to Survive. I'm Only Sleeping. With Listener Calls & Music via The Beatles, Elvis Presley, Jerry Reed, Jamey Johnson, Cat Stevens, Chris Cornell and Redd Volkaert. 

In the latest installment of the Truetone Lounge, Redd Volkaert shares with us his journey from the bars of Vancouver, Canada, to the stages with Merle Haggard, to his Grammy win for his work with Brad Paisley, to his current status as one of the great Honky-Tonk guitar heroes. Along the way, Volkaert heaps praise on bandleader extraordinaire, Don Kelley, for his powerful influence, and the thrill of filling Roy Nichol’s shoes in Merle Haggard’s band. In the gear department, we discuss what he looks for in a Tele, and his working relationships with both Grammatico amps, and Durham Electronics effects.

For 30 years John’s toured, played and recorded with some of the most successful regional, national, and international country acts. He’s also one of the 2 people Redd Volkaert will allow to sub for him, at Redd’s standing Continental Club gig. John opens up and talks about playing the national anthem at the recent American League Championship game in Houston, moving between Texas and Nashville… playing with Pat Green, Chris Cagle, Cory Morrow, David Kersh and Les Paul… getting sober, dealing with some demons, following his faith and how it’s helped him, happiest moment in his life, coming clean with himself, and loads more cool stuff: Subscribe https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneLovesGuitar/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyonelovesguitar/  Twitter: https://twitter.com/ELovesGuitar 

Listen back to our Views and Brews discussion recorded live at The Cactus Cafe in Austin, Texas as we ask What is Austin Music and Can it Feed Your Family?  KUT’s Rebecca McInroy along with Graham Reynolds, Redd Volkaert, Leslie Sisson, Thor Harris, and Brannen Temple to talk about collaborating across musical cultures; what it […]

Listen back to our Views and Brews discussion recorded live at The Cactus Cafe in Austin, Texas as we ask What is Austin Music and Can it Feed Your Family?  KUT’s Rebecca McInroy along with Graham Reynolds, Redd Volkaert, Leslie Sisson, Thor Harris, and Brannen Temple to talk about collaborating across musical cultures; what it...

Redd Volkaert discusses his country guitar lessons available on TrueFire, performs, and answers questions. To learn more and watch the video from this live session, please visit truefire.com/live.About Redd Volkaert: Born in Canada, Redd Volkaert began guitar at age ten. After many club gigs and traveling around Canada, he moved to the U.S. He spent time in California and Nashville, but eventually found his home in Austin, Texas.Redd is best known to country audiences as the lead guitarist for Merle Haggard's band The Strangers since 1997. He launched his solo career with the album Telewacker in the late 90’s and is known as one of the great masters of the Telecaster.

My guest this month is a Canadian-born, Austin-based guitar player of the highest calibre, Redd Volkaert. Redd grew up not far from where I did, just outside of Vancouver, Canada. He spent years cutting his teeth and learning to play in the seedy country cars of Canada, before packing up and heading south, embarking on adventures in music through California and Nashville, before landing an incredible (and well-deserved) gig as guitar player for Merle Haggard, for whom he played and recorded with for many years. Redd is now a regular fixture around Austin, Texas, playing regularly at The Continental Club, The Saxon Pub and other great venues with his own group, Haybale! and shows with the likes of Cindy Cashdollar and Bill Kirchen. I had a chance to catch up with Redd recently and talk about his fascinating history, influences, playing and recording with Merle, and much more. Enjoy my conversation with Redd Volkaert!

My guest today is GRAMMY Award-winning Country Guitarist, Redd Volkaert! Volkaert is well known for his long tenure in Merle Haggard's band, The Strangers, as the successor to Roy Nichols. A master of the telecaster, Volkaert, has played and recorded with many top artists such as Brad Paisley, Dolly Parton, Vince Gill, Albert Lee, Merle Travis, Eric Johnson to name a few. In addition to the many records he's appeared as a sideman on, Volkaert has recorded several solo albums including Telewacker, No Stranger to a Tele, Twangbangers - 26 days on the road, For the Ladies and Reddhead. In 2003, Volkaert was nominated for a GRAMMY for Best Country Instrumental Performance for Spaghetti Western Swing with Brad Paisley and in 2009 he won the GRAMMY for best Country Instrumental performance on Cluster Pluck, again with Brad Paisley.

Dave's at SXSW 2019, and he has seen more than a few things worthy of a Gig Gab discussion. First he and Paul talk through the overall vibe of SXSW, and then it's time to get into some specifics! Amanda Palmer, Redd Volkaert, and Nashville all make cameos, but the big dissection this week stems from Mr. Jimmy, a Japanese guitarist, method actor, and historian who has dedicated his life's work to embodying the spirit of Jimmy Page and Led Zeppelin. How far is too far? How much devotion is too much? And where can you make your career with all of that? Paul and Dave tackle these interesting questions... what do you think? feedback@giggabpodcast.com is the place to send your thoughts! Chapters/Timestamps: 00:00:00 Gig Gab 204 – Friday, March 15, 201900:01:30 SXSW00:03:10 Early morning gigs00:05:58 Austin, Live Music Capital of the World00:06:15 SXSW, as a conference00:10:50 Redd Volkaert and Bill Kirchen00:17:28 Amanda Palmer and Austin/SXSW Music Fans00:18:43 SPONSOR: ExpressVPN - ExpressVPN.com/GIGGAB gets you 3 months free with your 1-year subscription00:21:01 The Mr. Jimmy Story00:47:54 Super Diamond’s Experience00:49:43 Gig Gab 204 Outtro

EPISODE DETAILS: PART ONE Scott and Paul chat about genres of music that are virtually represented by a single artist. PART TWO -  8:23 mark Find out how you can win a signed John Jorgenson CD and hear some great bloopers and outtakes from our interview! PART THREE - 10:41 mark John stops by Songcraft World Headquarters to talk about why he asked his school band teacher to assign him to the hardest instrument; how Disneyland became his musical proving ground; the "slightly devious" way he got Chris Hillman to co-found the Desert Rose Band; how his group the Hellecasters navigated the writing process with three guitar-slinging superstars; what he learned from watching Elton John write songs; why he turned down auditions to tour with Bob Dylan and Bruce Springsteen; how he ended up collaborating with Brad Paisley, Rodney Crowell, JD Souther, Peter Frampton, and other greats; and how his Django Reinhardt obsession led to his becoming the American master of  gypsy jazz.  ABOUT JOHN JORGENSON Named “one of the most respected guitarists in the world” by the Los Angeles Times, John Jorgenson is a musician and composer who is not easily pigeonholed. The three-time ACM Guitarist of the Year first rose to prominence as a founder of The Desert Rose Band, which landed eight Top 10 singles on the Billboard country chart between 1987 and 1990. He went on to co-found The Hellecasters, an instrumental guitar trio whose debut release earned Album of the Year honors from Guitar Player magazine. In the 1990s Jorgenson spent six years touring and recording in Elton John’s band and released a collaborative instrumental album with Elton’s longtime guitarist Davey Johnstone. In the following decade Jorgenson firmly established himself as a preeminent interpreter and innovator in a different genre, earning the official designation as the “US Ambassador of Gypsy Jazz.” The John Jorgenson Quintet has released a handful of highly regarded gypsy jazz albums while John has continued to record with artists such as Bonnie Raitt, John Prine, Bob Seger, Barbra Streisand, Kenny Chesney, Earl Scruggs, Luciano Pavarotti, Amy Grant, Lionel Richie, and many others. In 2006 Peter Frampton won the Best Instrumental Album Grammy for Fingerprints, which featured a song performed and composed with Jorgenson called "Souvenirs de Nos Pères (Memories of Our Fathers)" In 2009 Jorgenson took home a Grammy for Best Country Instrumental Performance for his work alongside fellow pickers James Burton, Vince Gill, Albert Lee, Brent Mason, Redd Volkaert, and Steve Wariner on Brad Paisley’s “Cluster Pluck.” “If there’s one guitar player I’d like to be,” Paisley has said, “it would be John Jorgenson.” In 2015, John released Divertuoso, a three disc album that features his three current performing bands: The John Jorgenson Electric Band, The John Jorgenson Bluegrass Band, and the gypsy jazz of the John Jorgenson Quintet.

For our 200th episode of the Fretboard Journal Podcast, we take the show on the road and broadcast from our recent Fretboard Journal Live event from the Calton Case headquarters in Austin, Texas. You'll hear our live interview with Steve McCreary (Collings Guitars), music from Redd Volkaert, Paul Glasse and Kym Warner (Greencards) and hear our conversation with Jimmie Dale Gilmore and Dave Alvin about their new album, Downey to Lubbock. Closing things out, we hear a great tune with Anthony da Costa. This episode is sponsored by Austin's own Straight Frets Guitar Service, Exile Vancouver and Dying Breed Music!    On behalf of all of us, thank you for listening to our podcast and for helping us reach this milestone! As always, if you like what we're up to, please leave us a review on iTunes and share the episode with your friends. Show notes 10:15 Steve McCreary (Collings Guitars / Waterloo Guitars) interview 16:10 Redd Volkaert / Paul Glasse 22:28 Kym Warner (Greencards) & Redd Volkaert 26:47 Dave Alvin & Jimmie Dale Gilmore interview 45:12 Anthony da Costa

Cindy Cashdollar is one of the top dobro, non-pedal steel guitar, and lap steel players in the country. She’s toured and played with Ryan Adams, Bob Dylan, Van Morrison, Rod Stewart, Albert Lee, Asleep At The Wheel, Rory Block, Jorma Kaukonen, Leon Redbone, Marcia Ball, Daniel Lanois, Redd Volkaert, Paul Butterfield, Levon Helm and Rick Danko from The Band, Sonny Landreth, Amy Helm and even the New York Knicks! Cindy never intended to become a musician, playing dobro was just a fun hobby for her, and she shares some great stories about how she wound up meeting Bob Dylan… Paul Butterfield, Levon Helm and Rick Danko from The Band… Jorma Kaukonen… Van Morrison… and Redd Volkaert. And her journey to earning 5 Grammy’s with Asleep At The Wheel is a lesson in persistence, determination, and having the guts to go for what you want - even when you may not be 100% sure of yourself. This was a GREAT conversation with a talented, professional, and classy woman... Subscribe https://www.EveryoneLovesGuitar.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneLovesGuitar/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyonelovesguitar/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ELovesGuitar

John founded The Desert Rose Band, The Hellecasters, and he played and toured with Elton John for 6 years. He also won a Grammy for his work with Brad Paisley, James Burton, Vince Gill, Albert Lee, Brent Mason, Redd Volkaert, and Steve Wariner… and was awarded Academy of Country Music’s Guitarist of the Year, 3 times in a row… John talks about how he got into Gypsy Jazz… how 3 guitarists in one band managed to get along so well… his latest albums and projects… and the 2 biggest hardships he struggled with overcoming and how he actually succeeded, and lots more… This was a great call with an extremely talented player who’s also as grounded and genuine as they come, so check it out right now... Subscribe https://www.EveryoneLovesGuitar.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneLovesGuitar/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyonelovesguitar/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ELovesGuitar

Grammy-winning guitarist for his work with Brad Paisley, James Burton, Vince Gill, John Jorgenson, Albert Lee, Brent Mason & Steve Wariner on “Cluster Puck”... Has played and toured with Commander Cody, Eric Johnson, Merle Haggard (5 years), Albert Lee, Vince Gill, Marty Stewart, Buck Owens, Dwight Yokum, Trace Adkins, Bill Kirchen, Billy Gibbons, Sonny Landreth, Seymour Duncan and literally hundreds of others... Great story how he met and wound up playing with Brad Paisley, Merle Haggard, John Jorgenson, Eric Johnson (Redd sold him some guitars!) Redd’s a hustler with a great work ethic, and how he inherited these traits from his father, makes a wonderful story. LOADS of stories on this VERY candid call... Subscribe https://www.EveryoneLovesGuitar.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EveryoneLovesGuitar/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyonelovesguitar/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/ELovesGuitar

How about a newly released Link Wray single as part of our instru-Mental Breakdown (along with Redd Volkaert) this week on Rockabilly N Blues Radio Hour?!  We'll also hear the Heavy Hitter Triple Threat segment featuring Buddy Holly and cover Holly covers from Dion and the late Pat Dinizio.  Plus, our Ameripolitan Music Awards Spotlight has tunes from Art Adams, Luke Bell, Don Diego Trio, Wayne Hancock (with Rose Sinclair) and Brian Setzer!  We'll also spin tunes from Jason D. Williams, Elvis Presley, Million Sellers, Junior Brown, Matthew & Gunnar Nelson, James Intveld, Johnny Cash, Big Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys and Vince & The Sun Boppers! Intro Voice Over- Rob "Cool Daddy" Dempsey Intro Music Bed:  Brian Setzer- "Rockabilly Blues"   James Intveld- "Standin' On A Rock" Jason D. Williams- "Honky Tonk Hardwood Floor" Matthew & Gunnar Nelson- "It's Late" Johnny Cash- "Big River" Big Sandy & His Fly-Rite Boys- "Different Girl"   instru-Mental Breakdown: Link Wray- "Son Of Rumble" Redd Volkaert- "The Buck Stops Here"   Heavy Hitter Triple Threat: Buddy Holly- "Baby Won't You Come Out Tonight" Dion- "Oh Boy" Pat Dinizio- "That'll Be The Day"   Ameripolitan Music Awards Spotlight: Don Diego Trio- "Daddy's On A Freight Train" Wayne Hancock (with Rose Sinclair)- "Over Easy" Brian Setzer- "Runaway Boys" (live) Luke Bell- "Working Man's Dream" Art Adams- "Dancing Doll"   Million Sellers- "Hillbilly Bop Rhythm & Blues" Elvis Presley- "Don't Be Cruel" Vince & The Sun Boppers- "One Love" Junior Brown- "Catfish & Collard Greens"   Outro Music Bed:  Vince & The Sun Boppers- "Frank's Barber Shop"

If you focus only on Redd Volkaert's genius as a guitarist, you just might miss out on his sly sense of humor and easygoing perspective on life, shaped by years on the road, playing in honky tonks and arenas. Our conversation with Canada's greatest export since Wayne Gretzky provides a look into the fertile mind of a genuine Austin musical treasure.

So many of us love country music, but Some Guy in Austin and I break down the difference between "real" country music and "pop" country music. In short, you won't find any Affliction shirts or jeans with rhinestones on the butt in this podcast. We do discuss Rocky Mountain jeans which came in all the colors of the rainbow. A country music legendary guitar player by the name of Redd Volkaert. From best moment EVER from the CMA Awards, I give you two of my loves: Chris Stapleton and Justin Timberlake! Here's the one where Carrie Underwood sings her guts out at the Grand Ole Opry. And my new favorite song from Miranda where she left it all on the stage in a fabulous dress at the ACM Awards. Enjoy the podcast. I look forward to seeing you in my inbox when you write me about all the music artists we forgot who are awesome in your book!

So many of us love country music, but Some Guy in Austin and I break down the difference between "real" country music and "pop" country music. In short, you won't find any Affliction shirts or jeans with rhinestones on the butt in this podcast. We do discuss Rocky Mountain jeans which came in all the colors of the rainbow. A country music legendary guitar player by the name of Redd Volkaert. From best moment EVER from the CMA Awards, I give you two of my loves: Chris Stapleton and Justin Timberlake! Here's the one where Carrie Underwood sings her guts out at the Grand Ole Opry. And my new favorite song from Miranda where she left it all on the stage in a fabulous dress at the ACM Awards. Enjoy the podcast. I look forward to seeing you in my inbox when you write me about all the music artists we forgot who are awesome in your book!

Want to become a professional luthier or repair person? Are you already a working in the field but want to up your game? If so, you'll love this week's podcast episode. We're talking to luthier Bryan Galloup about his annual Northwoods Seminar, a four-day retreat where you can learn the finer points of guitarmaking and repair from some of the biggest names in the business, including Bob Taylor, Richard Hoover, Dan Erlewine, Andy Powers and others. This year's event takes place August 21-24, 2017 and includes music performances by Bill Kirchen and Redd Volkaert. On the show, we also talk to Galloup about his Galloup School of Guitar Building and Repair, his own guitar creations, the unique presentation he gave at our Fretboard Summit and more. Galloup is one of many luthiers who will be on-hand at this year's La Conner Guitar Festival, which takes place this weekend (May 12-14) in La Conner, Washington. The Fretboard Journal is proudly sponsoring this event. We hope to see you there. This episode is sponsored by Dying Breed Music and Retrofret Vintage Guitars. Enjoying our podcast? Consider subscribing via iTunes and don't forget to leave us a review. Northwoods Seminar Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/events/409974032696325/  Galloup Guitars:  http://www.galloupguitars.com Fretboard Journal  https://www.fretboardjournal.com    

I first met Cindy Cashdollar when I was shooting the documentary film BRASS, GLASS, & STEEL: THE MAKING OF ARLEN ROTH’S SLIDE GUITAR SUMMIT. She was in the middle of a small tour with Sonny Landreth, and they were stopping in to record a few tunes with Arlen at Starr Ridge Studios in Brewster, NY. She was gracious, professional, and incredibly focused. A few months later, I saw Cindy was at a small club in Vermont, The Red Foxx Inn. She was still on tour with Sonny, and seeing her live was incredible. If you haven’t caught her yet, find the next gig and get to it. Cindy was kind enough to have me at her home, where we kicked back on a gorgeous afternoon and reminisced about her career and being grounded by her parents during the Woodstock festival. She is proof that hard work and persistence pays off, as is evident by the long list of people she has played with; including Ryan Adams, Bob Dylan, Van Morrison, Dave Alvin, Rod Stewart, Albert Lee, Asleep At The Wheel, Marcia Ball, Jorma Kaukonen, Leon Redbone, BeauSoleil, Daniel Lanois, Redd Volkaert, & Peter Rowan.

I first met Cindy Cashdollar when I was shooting the documentary film BRASS, GLASS, & STEEL: THE MAKING OF ARLEN ROTH’S SLIDE GUITAR SUMMIT. She was in the middle of a small tour with Sonny Landreth, and they were stopping in to record a few tunes with Arlen at Starr Ridge Studios in Brewster, NY. She was gracious, professional, and incredibly focused. A few months later, I saw Cindy was at a small club in Vermont, The Red Foxx Inn. She was still on tour with Sonny, and seeing her live was incredible. If you haven’t caught her yet, find the next gig and get to it. Cindy was kind enough to have me at her home, where we kicked back on a gorgeous afternoon and reminisced about her career and being grounded by her parents during the Woodstock festival. She is proof that hard work and persistence pays off, as is evident by the long list of people she has played with; including Ryan Adams, Bob Dylan, Van Morrison, Dave Alvin, Rod Stewart, Albert Lee, Asleep At The Wheel, Marcia Ball, Jorma Kaukonen, Leon Redbone, BeauSoleil, Daniel Lanois, Redd Volkaert, & Peter Rowan.

Waddy Wachtel- Guitarist, Song Writer, Arranger and Producer (Keith Richards, Stevie Nicks, Joe Walsh, Warren Zevon, Jackson Brown, Linda Ronstadt and many more)

Andy Powell of Wishbone Ash discusses his career and new book "Eyes Wide Open: True Tales of a Wishbone Ash Warrior"

Jol Dantzig- Hamer Guitars/Dantzig Guitars

Greg Howe- Then, Now and Later

David M'ore-Incredible Electric Blues from California.

Gibson Guitars- What's ahead for this iconic brand? We explore...

Tom Caufield and his brilliant acoustic guitar work, sits down to talk with us. Another guitarist you should know!

Pat Travers- Then and Now we sit down to discuss this talented guitarists career.

Kevin Kastning- 18 String Guitarist Delivering Haunting, Extraordinary Music.

Frank Marino- Part 2 of the definitive interview with one of rock's most underrated yet widely influential guitarists.

Frank Marino- Part 1 of the definitive interview with one of rock's most underrated yet widely influential guitarists.

100th Episode Featuring- Johnny Hiland, Paul Reed Smith, JD Simo, Greg Koch, Scott Henderson, Sonny Landreth, Greg Martin, Gary Hoey, Eric Gales and many more...

This week, Brett brings us guitar master and master of one guitar, Redd Volkaert, and his aptly-named album "Telewacker". What did the guys think? Hit play and find out!

James Crouch- The Soulful Blues Rock Guitarist joins us

Leslie West Joins us for a discussion about then and now and most of all his latest release "Soundcheck"

Gary Hoey returns to Guitar Radio Show to discuss the 20th Anniversary of the Ho Ho Hoey Tour!!! We're kicking off the Holidays!!!

Rachel Rekkit from the Crash Dollz- The real deal and no apologize!

Adrian X and Dani Rabin (Marbin) 2 young guitarists from different worlds, 2 separate interviews. Are they the future of electric guitar? Enjoy this double header episode!!!

Paul Reed Smith Joins us to discuss guitars and the 30th Anniversary of PRS

Greg Koch Joins us to discuss all things GUITAR!!!

Bernie Torme join us to discuss his latest release "Black Heart", The Past, Present and The Future for this Amazing Guitarist!

Ovation Guitars Returns! Building instruments in America once more!

Ulrich Ellison- From Austria to Austin, it's time to join the Tribe!!! Ulrich joins us to discuss all things guitar!

Redd Volkaert Joins us for an in-depth conversation. You don't want to miss this one!

 This week Chris talks to one of the kings of the Tele-Twang - Redd Volkaert!

The twangy sound of the Telecaster guitar makes it the favorite of blues players and most country guitarists. Redd Volkaert has spent the last five years playing for Merle Haggard, and he tells us how he fell in love with the Telecaster. Produced by Michael May.