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180 - Russ Ballard Hi Vintage Guitar people! welcome to “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine! With your host, me, James Patrick Regan. Today I'm speaking with Iconic songwriter, guitarist and vocalist Russ Ballard. In our conversation Russ tells us about his famous Silver ‘68 “Swiss Cheese” Strat and his other guitars throughout the years and one of Gary Moore's guitars that he owns. Russ takes us through his early bands through Argent and his early songwriting experiences and tells us about what it was like touring the U.S. for the first time and what London was like in the ‘60's. Russ tells us about touring at 79 and why he's not planning on stopping anytime soon… as well as his songwriting which he doesn't plan stopping either. Russ repeats words of wisdom his manager gave him early on that are still relevant. To find out more about Russ and to see his tour dates, check out his website: russballardmusic.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #RussBallard #Argent #GibsonGuitar #FenderStrat #songwriter #VintageGuitar #KISS #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

179 - Austin Snell In episode 179 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with singer/songwriter and “grunge/country” artist Austin Snell. In their conversation Austin tells us about moving to Nashville from southern Georgia and serving four years in the Air Force. Austin walks us through his tours the past supporting Jason Aldean and more recently Brantley Gilbert and talks about taking it little easier this year to focus on songwriting something he started doing while in the Air Force. Austin describes how social media has helped his career and how the music machine in Nashville works. Austin talks about his band and how he jumped in without playing bar gigs and we talk about his simple gear needs and what their tour regime looks like. To find out more about Austin, hear his music and see his tour dates, check out his website at: austinsnell.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #AustinSnell #USAF #GibsonGuitar #Nashville #ExcusetheMess #VintageGuitar #MuddyWaterRockstar #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

Episode 150: Pedalboard Aesthetics vs Functionality Welcome to the Chairmen of the Boards Podcast! The ultimate pedalboard podcast with the foremost rig builders in the world: Grant Klassen (Goodwood Audio), Brian Omilion (Omilion Audio), and Mason Marangella (Vertex Effects/The Rig Doctor). We've teamed up to democratize great tone and provide you with our best tricks, tips, resources and hacks so you can build the pedalboard of your dreams!   //SPONSORS// The Guitar Sanctuary - https://theguitarsanctuary.com Neural DSP - https://www.neuraldsp.com (use discount code "chairmen" for 30% off) Best-Tronics - https://btpa.com (use code "dachairs" for 10% off) GB Music & Sound - https://www.gbmusicandsound.com/?ref=Chairmen   //HOSTS// Grant Klassen (Goodwood Audio) YT - ‪@GoodwoodAudio‬ IG - https://instagram.com/goodwoodaudio   Brian Omilion (Omilion Audio) YT - ‪@omilionaudio‬ IG - https://instagram.com/omilionaudio   Mason Marangella (Vertex Effects) YT - ‪@VertexEffectsInc‬ IG - https://instagram.com/vertexeffects   //YOUTUBE// Watch COTB Podcast live: @chairmenoftheboards

178 - Sterling Drake In episode 178 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with singer/guitarist Sterling Drake. In their conversation Sterling tells us about living and commuting between Montana and Nashville and his musical history in south Florida. Sterling tells us about his former day job as a rancher… and his current tour schedule which takes him all over the country as well as the UK and Iceland. Sterling takes us through how he got his producer Thor… and tells us about his band and his style of western music and Sterling tells us about when he chooses to play solo vs using his full band. Sterling tells us about playing drums in punk bands (quite a departure from the music he's making now) in the northeast and all over the country. Sterling talks about his new album “the Shape I'm In” which has just been released and he also talks about playing the clubs on Lower Broadway in Nashville. Sterling takes us through his guitars, Recording King's, his love for vintage Gibson's and the vintage gear he used on his album and he tells us about his slightly unconventional touring vehicles. Finally Sterling tells us about his passion for mental health resources for ranchers and keeping ranching alive. To find out more about Sterling and see his tour dates and listen to his music, check out his website: sterlingdrakemusic.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #SterlingDrake #Montana #GibsonGuitar #theShapeImIn #RecordingKingGuitars #VintageGuitar #ProducerThor #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

177 - Derry Grehan (Honeymoon Suite) In episode 177 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarist Derry Grehan from Honeymoon Suite. In their conversation Derry talks about living in the US and growing up in Canada. Derry tells us about Honeymoon Suite's new album “Alive” and the gear he used for it and how they made that album. Derry describes what the bands been doing since their heyday in the 80's. Derry gives us a little bit of his musical background and how he ended up in Honeymoon Suite. Derry tells us about his gear throughout the years and his guitar collection currently and Derry tells us about his role as the business man of the band… after getting burned early on by their manager. Finally Derry talks about his daughter Leah Marlene who's making in roads in Nashville after being on American Idol. Derry occasionally performs with his daughter in Nashville. To find out more about Derry and Honeymoon Suite you can check out their website: honeymoonsuiteband.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #DerryGrehan #HoneymoonSuite #GibsonGuitar #GodinGuitars #MarshallAmplifiers #VintageGuitar #Alive #LeahMarlene #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

176 - Scott Sharrard and Fred Tackett (Little Feat) In episode 176 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarists Scott Sharrard and Fred Tackett from Little Feat. The conversation begins with Fred from Southern California and Scott joins after a few minutes in from Harlem, NYC. Fred tells us about Little Feat's new album “Strike Up The Band” and why a new album now. Fred discusses his association with Little Feat early on while he was working with songwriter Jimmy Webb. Scott then describes his association with Little Feat early on while he was playing with Gregg Allman. They both discuss the gear they used on the new album and the gear they'll be using on the road for the tour that just started. Fred talks about playing with Eric Clapton recently and the friendship Eric has with the band. Fred tells us about tour life for Little Feat and Scott tells us about the responsibility of playing in bands with such legendary guitarists before him. Scott tells us about going to school at the Milwaukee high school for the arts and how that shaped his musical experience. Fred describes how he got from Arkansas to Hawaii and then LA and they both tell us about their side projects. To find out more more about Little Feat and to see their tour dates you can check their website: littlefeat.net Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #ScottSharrard #FredTackett #GibsonGuitar #LittleFeat #StrikeUpTheBand #VintageGuitar #JimmyWebb #GreggAllman #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

175 - Mondo Cozmo (Josh Ostrander) In episode 175 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with Mondo Cozmo aka Josh Ostrander. In their conversation Josh talks about living in Napa and why he moved to Napa from LA and from Philly before that. Josh tells us about his early musical experiences being inspired by Nirvana playing a guitar that was destined to be his Christmas present and watching his neighborhood band through a storm window that he eventually joined. Josh describes his guitars including an SG that belonged to his wife's ex boyfriend and takes us through his amps and pedals and how he gets the “Wall” sound on his songs. Josh gives us the rundown of his bands that led up to Mondo Cozmo and the record deals he had. Josh talks about Mondo Cozmo's tour schedule. Josh tells us about his musician wife and how she adds the sparkle to Mondo Cozmo's music. Josh talks about the resurgence of his song “Shine” due to the show “Reacher” and how that affects him financially. You can find out all about Mondo Cozmo at their website: MondoCozmo.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #MondoCozmo #JoshOstrander #GibsonGuitar #Shine #Reacher #VintageGuitar #SG #BottleRock #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

174 - Annie Bosko, Ben Gallaher, Morgan Myles from Live in the Vineyard 2025 In episode 174 of“Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with three up and coming singer songwriters at the Live in the Vineyard event in Napa, CA. Annie Bosko, Ben Gallaher and Morgan Myles. First up is Annie Bosko (Boskovich) from Ventura, CA. She tells us about moving to Nashville before the wave. Annie tells us about her Taylor guitar and her Telecaster both given to her and she tells us about playing Stagecoach this year for the second time and working with Desmond Child. To find out more about Annie you can go to her website AnnieBosko.com Next up is Ben Gallaher originally from Harrisburg, Pennsylvania now living in Nashville. Ben tells us about his Taylor acoustic as well and his Telecasters and his lack of amps, fractals. Ben also tells us about how an instagram video led to an album deal. You can find Ben at bengallaher.com Last but definitely not least we have Morgan Myles. Morgan tells us about growing up in Williamsport, Pennsylvania and she also moved early to Nashville. Morgan tells us about her new album produced by Ross Hogarth which they worked u partially in Muscle Shoals, Alabama and she talks about working with Gary Nichols Jedd Hughes and David Grissom. Morgan also tells us about her relationship with Takamine guitars and being on “the Voice”. Morgan talks about playing at the Grand Ole Opry at the Ryman. To find out more about Morgan at her website: MorganMylesLive.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #AnnieBosko #BenGallaher #GibsonGuitar #MorganMyles #taylorguitars #VintageGuitar #GrandOleOpry #RossHogarth #theDeadlies #takamineguitars #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

173 - Eric Schenkman (Spin Doctors) In episode 173 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with Eric Schenkman, guitarist and founder of the Spin Doctors. In their conversation Eric talks amps and guitars and growing up in Toronto he also tells us about how Jimmy Dale the orchestra leader from the Sonny and Cher show played a role in his musical upbringing. Eric takes us through the start of the Spin Doctors after going to a small music college and playing with John Popper. He also describes the grittiness of New York City in the mid 80's where the Spin Doctors were formed. Eric tells us about the current tour with Blues Traveler and the Gin Blossoms and the gear he'll be using. Eric also tells us about his weekly club date he does in Toronto on Wednesdays at Grossman's Tavern as the “Action Sound Band”. Eric describes why he left the band he founded early on and what brought him back and the excesses of the early days of the band. To find out more about Eric and the Spin Doctors you can go to their website: spindoctors.com - Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #EricSchenkman #SpinDoctors #GibsonGuitar #JohnPopper #ActionSoundsBand #VintageGuitar #JimmyDale #BluesTraveler #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

172 - Jefferson Hart (Secret Monkey Weekend) In episode 172 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with Jefferson Hart, guitarist with Secret Monkey Weekend from North Carolina. In their conversation Jefferson tells us about his band Secret Monkey Weekend which is a family band with his two step daughters which have just released their second album “Lemon Drop Hammer” produced by Don Dixon and with some help from Peter Holsapple. Jefferson talks about his gear, guitars and amps and we talk about amp builders in the North Carolina area. Jefferson describes growing up in North Carolina and watching Porter Wagoner and the Wilburn Brothers. Jefferson discusses how the band came together meeting the kids first as their instructor and eventually meeting and falling in love with their widowed mother and we talk about the venues they play and a PBS documentary about the band. Jefferson talks about the job he retired from that allows him to do this project with his daughters. Finally Jefferson describes the music scene in North Carolina. You can find more about Secret Monkey Weekend at their website: secretmonkeyweekend.com And they're very active on the socials. Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #JeffersonHart #SecretMonkeyWeekend #FenderGuitar #LemonDropWeekend #DonDixon #VintageGuitar #PeterHolsapple #NorthCarolina #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

171 - Jock Bartley (Firefall) In episode 171 of Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with the original guitarist and leader of the band Firefall, Jock Bartley. In their conversation Jock discusses briefly what living in Colorado is like both now and early on… and why he never made the move to LA. Jock tells us about the two most recent Firefall releases both concept albums focusing on the songs of Firefall's contemporary bands that the original members were at times members of. Jock talks about his early musical experiences studying with guitarist Johnny Smith in Colorado Springs on a Gibson ES-140 he bought from Johnny's shop. Jock describes being hired by Gram Parsons and Emmylou Harris and touring with them. Jock tells us about his guitars: his 1958 Gibson sunburst Les Paul and his 1959 Fender Telecaster as well as a custom Paul Reed Smith that he plays through a Fender Super. Jock then explains the formation of Firefall which was a type of super group for the era and then after the heyday for the band how he kept the band alive to this point. Finally Jock tells us why he's considering selling his ‘58 Les Paul. To find out more about what Jock and Firefall are up too you can go to their website: FirefallOfficial.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #JockBartley #Firefall #GibsonGuitar #GramParsons #EmmylouHarris #VintageGuitar #Zephyr #Burst #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

170 - Paul Rappaport In episode 170 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarist and record company promoter Paul Rappaport who's written a new book that will available April 15th called “Gliders Over Hollywood” In their conversation Paul tells us about his 1962 Gibson Les Paul jr (SG shape) that was given him by Buck Dharma and Blue Oyster Cult, whom we worked with at Columbia Records and he describes how he helped the band. He also shares with us a couple of Gibson Les Paul Reissues, a 1952 Goldtop and a 1959. Paul also discusses his amps. Paul talks about his friends in vintage instruments, producer Perry Margouleff (perrymargouleff.com) and amp builder Mitch Colby (ColbyAmps.com) who are working on the new Sundragon amps with Jimmy Page. Paul tells us about growing up in Downey California and starting on lap steel and eventually moving to guitar and played in the band “the Jades” with his Rickenbacker 6 string that he eventually gave to Elvis Costello. Paul talks about his other passions surfing and his family. Paul tells the story of his punk band “Mogan David and his Winos” which included Harold Bronson of Rhino Records fame. Paul explains how Paul Bloomfield helped him with his guitar playing. Paul then tells us about as a gift from the band Pink Floyd. He got to play with Pink Floyd on stage in London Arena. He'd been working with them since they began on Colombia Records. Again Paul's book is called “Gliders Over Hollywood” and it will be available April 15th. Amazon - https://tinyurl.com/34k9n4uk Barnes and Noble -- https://tinyurl.com/mf7hz6fx Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #PaulRappaport #GlidersOverHollywood #GibsonGuitar #MoganDavidAndHisWinos #BlueOysterCult #VintageGuitar #PinkFloyd #PerryMargouleff #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

Wer als Teenie die No. 1 Stratocaster von Blues-Gott SRVGespielt hat, der ist als Stargast genau richtig bei Musik ist Trumpf:Sebastian Schaffstein, Radio & Fernsehmoderator bei Bayern 3 ist einerder interessantesten Gäste, die im Hypecast-Studio mit Henning undTill vorm Mikro saßen…und die Songauswahl war ebenfalls fantastisch! Die Songs der Sendung: 1) Wait until tomorrow (live) / John Mayer Trio2) Boogie on reggae women / Steve Wonder3) Pride and joy / Stevie Ray Vaughan4) Mary Jane´s last dance / Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers5) Hey ya / The Blanks6) The end / The Beatles Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

169 - Jason Boland (and The Stragglers) In episode 169 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarist and band leader Jason Boland. In their conversation Jason talks about his new album “The Last Kings of Babylon” and living Texas and Oklahoma. Jason talks about the gear he used on the album and live and his extensive collection of pedals including a couple Klon's, ODR 1's, Tube Screamer's and more and how he amassed his collection of pedals. Jason tells us about his tour schedule with band dates and solo dates and his pastime of going to see other bands when he's at home with his wife and Jason describes the music scene in Oklahoma. Jason also discusses his opry experience and the drawbacks of owning a tour bus. Finally Jason tells what he is looking for in the pedal world. To find out more about Jason and the Stragglers you can check out their website: thestragglers.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #JasonBoland #JasonBolandandtheStragglers #Pedals #LastKingsofBabylon #MartinGuitars #VintageGuitar #Klon #TubeScreamer #ODR1 #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

168 - Nick Maxwell (Shurr Jr) In episode 168 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarist Nick Maxwell from the band Shurr Jr. in their conversation Nick talks a little bit about his day job, living in Sioux Falls, South Dakota and then dives right in to talking about his band “Shurr Jr.” and how the band was formed with Nick's brother Frankie on drums and sister Kelly on bass. Nick discusses the music scenes in Sioux Falls and Omaha, Nebraska. Nick tells us about their album “Red Shelter” and how they went about recording it and how they set up the record company to release it. Nick also explains his late father's role in the band. Nick tells us about his gear including his father's Martin which plays a big role on the album and he goes into great detail on his pedal board. Nick also explains how the band is their families business and what he does for fun in South Dakota. To find out more about the band you can go to their record labels website: maxtraxrecords.com and they are active on the socials as shurrjrband. Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #NickMaxwell #ShurrJr #RedShelter #MartinGuitars #VintageGuitar #SiouxFalls #NickFrankieKellyMaxwell #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

167 - William Beckmann In episode 167 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarist and bandleader William Beckmann. In their conversation William tells us about his upbringing in West Texas and what it's like to play at the Grand Ole Opry and what it consists of as far as rehearsal. William talks gear, his Martin D-28 and a Gibson J-45 that tragically is a road casualty as well as a J-200. William also talks about his electric gear. William discusses his new album “Whiskey, Lies and Alibis” and how the process works for recording the album and how the band differs from his touring band. William describes his touring schedule and the special Christmas shows he does. William tells us about his management and agent and how the process of getting that support happened. To find out more about William and to hear his tunes you can go to his website: williambeckmann.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #WilliamBeckmann #GrandOleOpry #WestTexas #MartinGuitars#VintageGuitar #GibsonAcoustic #WhiskyLiesandAlabis #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

166 - Bobby Rush and Kenny Wayne Shepard 166 - Bobby Rush and Kenny Wayne Shepard In episode 166 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with Bobby Rush and Kenny Wayne Shepard in a quick interview about their new album “Young Fashioned Ways”. In this interview Bobby and Kenny discuss the inspiration for the new album which was Bobby's desire to work with Kenny. Kenny tells us about the authenticity of the album most tracks cut in one take and Kenny tells us about the two electric guitars, two acoustic guitars and the two amps he used on the album. Bobby describes the connection the two have and the other musicians the used on the album. Kenny tells us about the studio in Memphis they recorded the album in and how they came up with the tune choices. Finally Bobby talks about touring at age 91 and Kenny touring with six kids at home and the two discuss their tour plans for this album. You can find out more about the album and the tour at Kenny's website: kennywayneshepherd.net Or Bobby's website: bobbyrushbluesman.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #KennyWayneShepard #BobbyRush #YoungFashionedWays #Memphis #BluesLegend #VintageGuitar #VintageGibson #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

165 - A.J. Croce In episode 165 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarist, pianist and bandleader A.J. Croce. In their conversation A.J. tells us about his current tour schedule and his new album “Heart of the Eternal” and the personnel on the album. He also talks about the vintage gear he used to record the album. A.J. then tells us about his guitar and amp collection which is impressive. A.J. talks about his shows and how much of his dad's (Jim Croce) he plays vs his own and he takes requests! A.J. talks about growing up with his dad's record collection (his dad passed away when he was two). A.J. discusses moving from keyboard to guitar and his successes after doing that and he also describes losing his sight at age four and how that impacted his musical skills. A.J. talks about how Mae Axton introduced him to Cowboy Jack Clement and how his first session with Cowboy Jack used him to replace Jerry Lee Lewis. A.J. shares the gear he's searching for.. To find out more about A.J. and where he's playing you can go to his website: ajcrocemusic.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #AJCroce #JimCroce #HeartoftheEternal #MartinGuitars #CowboyJack #VintageGuitar #VintageGibson #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

164 - Ray Benson (Asleep At the Wheel) In episode 164 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarist and bandleader Ray Benson from Asleep At the Wheel. In their conversation Ray discusses his current tour schedule, his stage gear and his custom jackets he wears on stage. Ray describes the importance of the San Francisco early in the band's career with contemporaries like Dan Hicks, Huey Lewis and Clover and Commander Cody. Ray tells us about his upbringing outside of Philadelphia, PA and how he discovered Western swing music. Ray describes his guitar and steel collection in great detail as well as amps and recording gear he's collected over the years. Ray talks his about his friendships with the Vaughan brothers, Willie Nelson, Huey Lewis and many more. Ray discusses the early days of TNN and his work with Budweiser and his tv show on RFD. Ray tells us about his lack of plans for retirement. To find out more about Ray and Asleep At the Wheel you can go to their website: asleepatthewheel.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #RayBenson #AsleepAtTheWheel #CollingsGuitars #MartinGuitars #FenderGuitars #FenderAmps #SamickGuitars #GibsonGuitar #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

163 - Craig Thatcher (Martin Guitars) In episode 163 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarist, band leader and Martin Demo Artist Craig Thatcher. In their conversation Craig gives us a quick history lesson on the Lehigh Valley where he's from and where Martin is, Nazareth Pennsylvania. Craig tells us about his band, the Craig Thatcher band and how he juggles the band vs his work traveling the world with Martin. Craig tells us about his music schooling studying with Juilliard professors at the local community college. Craig describes in detail his guitar a throughout the years, his current collection and the guitars that got away… as well as his collection of amps. Craig talks about his early musical experiences seeing Chicago and the Allman brothers while he was a young teenager and his first gig and his first experience in the studio. Craig talks about being a bandleader and the venues and type of gigs they're playing. Craig tells us about his first NAMM experiences pre Martin and post Martin and have the opportunity to play with his heroes as well as some of the biggest stars of the guitar world and he tells us about his tv show on public television “Behind the Guitar”. Craig describes his travels with Martin all over the world and how the Martin guitars he plays are chosen and how they're set up. Craig tells us about his model Martin guitar (which has sold out). https://youtu.be/PMzbEZtdILI?si=-oeEZB9lkSrNdNeQ the 000-11E Craig Thatcher. Finally Craig tells us about his passion for British sports cars. To find out more about Craig you can go to his website: CraigThatcher.com or he's active on Facebook. Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #CraigThatcher #CraigThatcherBand #MartinGuitar #MartinGuitars #BehindtheGuitar #Martin000-11E #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

Leo Fender was heavily influenced by the work of Paul Bigsby in the late 1940s, yet in all of the interviews he did, he never acknowledged it. Today we look at both the influences, and the reasons why Leo did not give the credit that Paul Bigsby deserved for his innovations that filtered into every Fender guitar. To help us, we have an amazing copy of the 1948 Bigsby "Merle Travis" guitar, that clearly spotlights the influence on the Fender Telecaster, Stratocaster, and just about every instrument that Leo designed.Amazon affiliate links:The Bigsby Book by Andy Babuikhttps://amzn.to/4iwxtO6Sixteen Tons, By Merle Travis & Deke Dickersonhttps://amzn.to/4hgE6mC 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/Support the show

162 - Jamie James In episode 161 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarist Jamie James. In their conversation Jamie tells us about how his open heart surgery led to his new album “Straight Up” after woodshedding through Covid. Jamie also tells us about the personnel on the album. Jamie takes us through his history: raised in Canada moved to LA via London and formed the Rockabilly band “the Kingbees” after jamming with Bob Seger. Jamie tells us about his gear throughout his life and the guitars that got away. Jamie tells us about a chance meeting with Harry Dean Stanton that led to a musical partnership that in turn led to a musical partnership with Dennis Quaid and his band the Sharks. Jamie describes how he ended up in the reformed version of (the new) Steppenwolf. Jamie also describes how opening for Van Halen early on before their record deal shaped his performance style. Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! . . . #VintageGuitarMagazine #JamieJames #DennisQuiadandtheSharks #FenderCustomShop #theKingbees #FenderAmps #HarryDeanStanton #FenderCustomShop #StraightUp #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

161 - Ron Pope In episode 161 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarist, band leader and record label owner Ron Pope. In their conversation Ron tells us about his different touring iterations and his tour routines. Ron talks about his new album “American Man, American Music” and the personnel on the album and how that differs from his road personnel. Ron talks about how he moved from electric guitar to acoustic and we discuss gear, vintage guitars and modeling amps and Carter's guitars in Nashville. Ron describes the benefits of living in Nashville as a musician. Ron discusses his record label “Brooklyn Basement Records” Ron also talks about teaching himself guitar from listening to Albert King and Steve Cropper records. To find out more about Ron you can go to his website: ronpope.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #RonPope #BrooklynBasementRecords #GibsonGuitar #GibsonCustomShop #FenderAmps #MartinGuitars #FenderCustomShop #AmericanManAmericanMusic #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

Episode 142: RJM Smart Multibox Welcome to the Chairmen of the Boards Podcast! The ultimate pedalboard podcast with the foremost rig builders in the world: Grant Klassen (Goodwood Audio), Brian Omilion (Omilion Audio), and Mason Marangella (Vertex Effects/The Rig Doctor). We've teamed up to democratize great tone and provide you with our best tricks, tips, resources and hacks so you can build the pedalboard of your dreams!   //SPONSORS// The Guitar Sanctuary - https://theguitarsanctuary.com Neural DSP - https://www.neuraldsp.com (use discount code "chairmen" for 30% off) Best-Tronics - https://btpa.com (use code "dachairs" for 10% off) GB Music & Sound - https://www.gbmusicandsound.com/?ref=Chairmen D'Addario - https://www.daddario.com/chairmen ( use code "CHAIRMEN" for 15% off)   //HOSTS// Grant Klassen (Goodwood Audio) YT - ‪@GoodwoodAudio‬ IG - https://instagram.com/goodwoodaudio   Brian Omilion (Omilion Audio) YT - ‪@omilionaudio‬ IG - https://instagram.com/omilionaudio   Mason Marangella (Vertex Effects) YT - ‪@VertexEffectsInc‬ IG - https://instagram.com/vertexeffects   //YOUTUBE// Watch COTB Podcast live: @chairmenoftheboards

160 - Josh Vittek In episode 160 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarist, manufacturer and PR person Josh Vittek, Josh is a legendary fixture at NAMM, placing artists in booths and running PR for a lot of the companies who's booths we love as well as the press releases for most of the cool manufacturers. He also owns Sheptone which manufactures pickups and is a partner with Doyle of the Misfits in Von Frankenstein Monster Gear which manufactures strings. In our conversation Josh tells us about the clients he's worked with and how he got involved with Sheptone and Doyle Von Frankenstein. He also explains the need for Von Frankenstein strings. Josh describes moving to central Illinois from San Diego and the reason behind that. Josh talks about growing up in San Diego playing, taking apart and putting back together guitars and working for Carvin in a few different facets and all the ups and downs that led to where he is now. Josh talks about the NAMM show and putting artists into booths and some of the crazy stuff that's gone down. Josh also gives us some insight as to what marketing means to instrument manufacturers in the current market. He also talks about the importance or lack there of with having a celebrity attached to your product. Finally Josh tells us about the benefits of restoring a 200 year old home in rural Illinois. For more information on what Josh does you can check out his website: http://vittekpr.com Or for Sheptone pickups: sheptone.com And for Von Frankenstein Monster Gear: vonfrankensteinmonstergear.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #JoshVittek #JoshVittekpr #Sheptone #SheptonePickups #VonFrankensteinMonsterGear #NAMMShow #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #hgwt #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

159 - Zach Myers (Shinedown) In episode 159 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarist Zach Myers from Shinedown. In their conversation Zach discusses his love for Buck Owens and his Fender Buck Owens signature Telecaster and Acoustic and his PRS that's Buck Owens themed. Zach tells us about his encounters with Brian Venable from Lucero (episode 100) who's also from Memphis. Zach talks a bit about Shinedowns new album. Zach discusses how he became involved with PRS guitars. Zach tells us about his beginning in Shinedown, starting on bass and eventually moving to guitar… and his hesitation as he was making a lot of money as the guitar tech for 3 Doors Down. Zach walks us through his amp collection which includes two Dumbles. Zach talks about starting guitar at 13 and getting a record deal at the age of 14 then he walks us through his early career and the side projects he's working on now. Zach describes the highlights of his guitar collection and the 10 guitars he wished for as a kid, of which he has 9 and he tells us about the one guitar he's still looking for. He also tells us about his mom's childhood guitar that he recovered in Louisiana. Zach discusses his relationship with Taylor guitars and his new relationship with Martin guitars and the possibility of a Zach Myers signature model. Zach talks about his childhood guitar instructor who's now giving Zach's six year old son guitar lessons. Zach gives his guitar tech Drew Foppe props and discusses how elaborate his Shinedown rig is and the tunings he uses in Shinedown. Zach also touches on his comedy career called “Campfire Astronauts”. To find out more about Zach and Shinedown you can go to their website: shinedown.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #ZachMyers #Shinedown #GibsonGuitar #DrewFoppe #GibsonCustomShop #PRSGuitars #MartinGuitars #FenderCustomShop #GuitarHero #Shredder #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #hgwt #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

158 - Willy Vlautin (the Delines) In episode 158 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarist, songwriter and novelist Willy Vlautin of the Delines. In their conversation Willy talks about living north of Portland, Oregon and growing up in Reno, Nevada and playing in Cowpunk bands and how his older brother turned him on to the guitar. Willy talks about writing songs at an early age to help him escape the edge of Reno before he became entranced by it. Willy tells the story of stealing his mom's VW to drive to San Francisco to see the bands he loved and then driving back after the show to have his mom's car back by 6:am. Willy talks about his gear, starting with a Gibson Sonex when he was a kid and then Gibson SG's and his father's nylon string Martin all which were hard to find because Willy is left handed. Willy also tells us about his amps, a Milkman. Willy describes his bands, Richmond Fontaine and his current band the Delines both that Willy is the primary songwriter. Finally Willy describes his career as a novelist. To find out more about the Delines you can go to their website: thedelines.com And to find out more about Willy's novels you can go to: willyvlautin.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #WillyVlautin #Rockabilly #CowPunk #theDelines #MilkmanAmps #GibsonGuitar #MartinGuitars #Novelist #RichmondFontaine #CountrySoul #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #hgwt #HGWT . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

157 - Tony Moscal and Brandon Foster from Kepma Guitars In episode 157 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with Tony Moscal and Brandon Foster from Kepma Guitars. Kepma guitars is probably the largest guitar company you've never heard of. In our conversation Tony and Brandon tell us how they got involved in the guitar company and their history before that working for St Louis Music and Peavey. Tony and Brandon tell us what makes the Kepma brand stand head and shoulders above the other Chinese brands. Tony and Brandon describe the models and the woods and electronics used on the guitars and the process to get the wood ready for guitar building (they explain the torrefaction process) and the unique functionality of the electronics. Tony and Brandon explain their role in the company and the difficulties of importing guitars from China and their price points from a couple hundred dollars to $2,499 and where to purchase. The two discuss the importance of artist endorsee's and their presence with Nashville songwriters. The two talk about their time at St Louis music and the brands they represented at the time including the Electra MPC Guitar with plug in effects modules. To find out more about Kepma guitars you can go to their website: kepmausa.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #BandonFoster #TonyMoscal #KepmaUSA #KepmaGuitars #AcousticGuitar #Guitar #StLouisMusic #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #hgwt #HGWT . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

156 - Phil Manzanera (Roxy Music) In episode 156 “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarist and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame member Phil Manzanera from Roxy Music. In their conversation Phil talks a little bit about where he lives in Sussex in England and his neighbors David Gilmore, Bill Bruford Then he talks guitars, particularly his Gibson Firebird VII and what he was using for amps back in the day and now and the guitar he's still craving. Phil tells us a bit about his book “50 Years of Music” and what he's using for gear for the book tour and where to get the self published book. Phil describes growing up in Havana Cuba during the revolution… and learning the guitar amongst the chaos. He also describes living in Hawaii just as it became a state and how that inspired a song “Hula Kula” for Roxy Music. Phil describes playing through a Hiwatt amp while Brian Ferry was singing in Roxy Music. Phil tells us about how he ended up in England and how he befriended David Gilmore and he disspells the rumors that he joined Roxy Music initially as a guitar tech. Phil describes being ahead of his time or at least being the cutting edge of fashion and musical trends and how everyone from Roxy Music at this advanced age are still making music and he describes what being inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame means to him and the band. And finally Phil tells about still playing nylon string guitar mostly to his grandchildren. You can find out all you want about Phil, his music and his book at his website: manzanera.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #PhilManzanera #RoxyMusic #GibsonGuitar #CubanRevolution #GibsonCustomShop #SparkAmp #RockandRollHallofFame #GuitarHero #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #hgwt #HGWT . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

155 - Brian Ranks (Collecting Loud History) In episode 155 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host, James Patrick Regan speaks with Author, guitar tech, Marshall amplifier collector and guitarist Brian Ranks. In their conversation Brian tells us about his new project, a book documenting his and his business partner Peter Margolis collection of vintage Marshall amplifiers titled “Collecting Loud History”. Brian also tells us about when he started his business restoring vintage Marshall's in the early '80's and how he became an authorized repair person from Jim Marshall. Brian talks about growing up in Western New York working for bands and what brought him to LA. Brian talks about doing tech work on the road with (Carmine Appice's) King Cobra, Richard Marx and REO Speedwagon and his experiences with Gary Richrath and Dave Amato and how he got Dave hooked on vintage gear. He also tells us about working for David Lee Roth. Brian describes his collection of guitars and amps and his rental business renting Marshall's for studio work and Marshall prop gear for music videos and tv shows. Brian tells us about who he uses to service the electronic parts of his Marshall's, Bob Bradshaw, Roy Blankenship and Doug Anderson. Brian describes the Marshall amp he's still looking for… and he also describes the Marshall serial number code and how that relates to the age of the amp. Brian tells us about the copious notes he took along the way that helps him identify the true age and whether or not the amp has been tampered with. Brian discusses the tribulations with reconing old Celestion speakers. Brian tells us about how he ended up with a bunch of celebrity owned Marshalls. And Brian talks about his favorite case companies. R and R cases and Encore cases and where people go wrong when buying cases. Brian tells us about his other passion, drag racing and why he misses spending his time on a tour bus. To find out about how to get the book you can go to the books website: collectingloudhistory.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #BrianRanks #CollectingLoudHistory #MarshallAmps #Marshall #MarshallAmplifiers #KingCobra #REOSpeedwagon #DavidLeeRoth #RichardMarx #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #hgwt #HGWT . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

We dive into some killer guitar stories and surprises! First up, we touch on Billy Corgan's interview with Wolfgang Van Halen—but don't worry, I'll be covering that in-depth on Exclusively Van Halen, so stay tuned for that episode! In other news, Bruce Kulick reveals the worst gig of his career with KISS—and trust me, it's a wild one. Plus, we check out what Mark Knopfler from Dire Straits says is his most challenging song to play live. That's not all! I show off my Silvertone guitar, and Ron makes a bold promise—he's going to paint a Stratocaster pink!

154 - Peter Margolis (Collecting Loud History) In episode 154 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with Author, Director and Marshall amplifier collector as well as guitarist, Peter Margolis. In their conversation Peter tells us about his new project, a book documenting his and his business partner Brian Ranks collection of vintage Marshall amplifiers titled “Collecting Loud History”. Peter describes how his small collection of vintage Marshall's was destroyed in the '94 LA earthquake and that led him to his partner in the collection Brian Ranks through pedal board manufacturer Bob Bradshaw and from there the collection grew. Peter tells us about his early collection and his band in the ‘80's and what Hollywood and the greater LA area were like at that time. Peter tells us about his tv and film career starting on the Young and the Restless, Soap, the Voice and eventually doing a documentary on his friend and teacher Randy Rhodes. Peter talks about his very first concert Quiet Riot and how that led to taking lessons and becoming friends with Randy Rhodes. Peter tells us about purchasing guitar parts from Grover Jackson and his collection of Charvels as well as his other guitars within his collection. Peter tells us about Randy Rhodes before Ozzy and his tapes of his lessons and note books of Randy's notes to him and describes a bit of the documentary he made of the pre Ozzy relationship between Randy and singer Kevin Dubrow from Quiet Riot. Peter describes the pre “hair band” era of Hollywood was like. Finally Peter tells us how the LA fires changed his outlook on keeping his collection in the LA area there and where he's planning on taking it and plans for a volume two of the book. To find out about how to get the book you can go to the books website: collectingloudhistory.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #PeterMargolis #CollectingLoudHistory #MarshallAmps #Marshall #MarshallAmplifiers #RandyRhodes #QuietRiot #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #hgwt #HGWT . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

153 - Paul Pigat In episode 153 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with the amazing guitarist, singer and guitar builder Paul Pigat. In their conversation Paul discusses comparing the new Fender Tone Master amps to his 1964 Fender Deluxe… Paul tells us about his tour schedule and the rigors of touring his Canadian homeland both solo and with his band Cousin Harley he also describes what it's like booking himself. Paul talks about his guitar building business most of which he sells on Facebook and Instagram. Paul describes his guitar collection including a few highlights: a Wandre Bridget Bardot, a 1931 Gibson L5, a Larrivee Nylon string, and a Gibson 350 and ES 125 TDC. Paul talks about growing up in Toronto playing in bars starting at age 13 and going to the university of Toronto to study classical music with a degree in theory and composition and what brought him to the West Coast of Canada. Paul tells us about his rockabilly instructional dvds which are legendary, he also talks about his current Patreon lessons and his private lessons. Paul describes when he decided to start singing and his love for swing music and his love for Tony Bennet and the era of the crooners. Paul talks about Cousin Harley's new record “Cousin Harley Plays the Blues Volume 1” which is late ‘40's jump swing music. Paul tells about living in China and what it's like to play to a Chinese audience. You can find out all you want to know about Paul at his website paulpigat.com And Paul is very active on the socials Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #PaulPigat #Rockabilly #RockabillyMusic #CousinHarley#FenderCustomShop #GretschGuitars #BoxcarCampfire #GibsonGuitar #GuitarHero #Shredder #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #hgwt #HGWT . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

152 - Brad Kahabka (Ohana Ukulele Custom Shop Builder) In episode 152 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with Ohana Ukulele Custom Shop Builder, Brad Kahabka. In their conversation Brad tells us about his path to working with ukulele's, working in a music store, the military, getting a fine arts degree and eventually doing set up's on ukuleles at Ohana. Brad explains what it takes to make custom ukuleles, a C&C machine a laser engraver and a lot of hand work sanding and glueing and putting together the fine details. Brad talks about his musical history going to GIT in Hollywood playing in punk bands and following the Warped Tour. Brad talks about how he learned to build ukuleles by reverse engineering the defective ones that came through the shop as well as doing repairs on vintage Kamaka and Martin ukuleles. Brad tells us about the woods he works with and the qualities of the different woods as well as the difficulties of working with certain types of woods and he explains the “Bubble” ukulele… which you need to see to understand. Brad walks us through the ordering process of the custom shop and the cost of the instruments he builds. You can find out all you want to know about custom Ohana Ukuleles and see photos of Brad's work at their website: ohanacustomshop.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #BradKahabka #OhanaUkuleleCustomShop #OhanaUkuleles #ukulele #ukuleles #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #hgwt #HGWT . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

151 - Paul Thorn 151 - Paul Thorn Hi Vintage Guitar people! welcome to “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine! With your host, me, James Patrick Regan. Today I'm speaking with singer/guitarist Paul Thorn, in our conversation Paul discusses his favorite guitar, the Telecaster. Paul tells us about his hometown of Tupelo, Mississippi and growing up in the Pentecostal church and community where secular music wasn't allowed. Paul talks about his new album “Life is Just a Vapor” which comes out on February 21st and tells about two of the guest guitarists that play on the album, Luther Dickinson and Joe Bonamassa… and the deal he made with Joe to get him to play on the album. Paul discusses his first concert he ever attended… it was when he opened for Sting in Nashville. Paul talks gear, Gibson's, Fenders, Ovation's, Carbon Fiber and Johnny Gray. To find out everything you want to know about Paul, you can go to his website: paulthorn.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #PaulThorn #CountryMusic #LifeisJustAVapor #FenderCustomShop #OvationGuitar #Tupelo #GuitarHero #Shredder #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #hgwt #HGWT . . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

In this special edition of the Arete Coach Podcast, Severin Sorensen explores the intersection of AI and music, reflecting on his personal journey with AI-assisted composition. Hans Christian Andersen wrote, "Where words fail, music speaks." What's the music in you that needs voice and delivery? In this episode, Sorensen explores AI's potential to revolutionize creativity, democratize music composition, and serve as a tool for personal expression and leadership storytelling. He encourages listeners to explore AI's role in amplifying human emotion through sound. Recorded one year after his first AI-music exploration in Episode 1166, this episode delves into the evolution of AI in music, the emotional power of sound, and how AI can serve as a creative partner. Key Themes & Insights AI's Role in Music Creation: Sorensen discusses three models of AI-assisted music:Done-for-You AI: Fully AI-generated music.Done-With-You AI: AI-assisted composition.Do-It-Yourself with AI: Human-driven music enhanced by AI tools.Emotional Resonance of Music: Music connects with people through memory, nostalgia, and deep emotions.The Neuroscience of Music: Referencing Dr. Daniel J. Levitin's I Heard There Was a Secret Chord, Sorensen examines how music impacts the brain.AI's "Playful" Creativity: AI performs better in a relaxed, exploratory state, leading to innovative compositions.Music as a Tool for Leadership & Legacy: Through storytelling and AI music experiments, Sorensen illustrates how music can immortalize moments and messages. Musical Experiments & AI Innovations "Semper Fi Homecoming": A tribute to military service members returning home."25 Years of Wisdom": A song created live using AI to honor Lance Descourouez's milestone as a Vistage Chair."Toccata and Stratocaster": An AI-driven musical duel between J.S. Bach and Jimi Hendrix, demonstrating AI's improvisational potential."One in Us": A song inspired by Chip Webster's book Unity in Service, emphasizing community and service. Ultimately, the episode serves as a testament to music's universal ability to connect, heal, and inspire, even when AI is involved in its creation. Sorensen challenges listeners to consider AI not as a mechanical entity but as a new kind of instrument—one that can be guided by human intent to shape profound and deeply personal artistic expressions. Ending with reflections on legacy, leadership, and the role of music in storytelling, he leaves the audience with a thought-provoking question: What unspoken words could take flight if given wings of artistry? The Arete Coach Podcast seeks to explore the art and science of executive coaching. You can find out more about this podcast at aretecoach.io. This episode was recorded on February 10, 2025. Copyright © 2025 by Arete Coach™ LLC. All rights reserved. All music in this episode was written by Severin Sorensen under the artist moniker "AIWhisperer" and is copyright © 2025 by Severin Sorensen. The seven songs played in this order within Arete Coach Podcast Episode 1208 – "Where Words Fail, Music Speaks" are: "Semper Fi Homecoming," "25 Years of Wisdom," "Toccata and Stratocaster," "Rise Up, Innovator!," "Like an Eagle, Rise and See," "Revolution in Harmony," and "One in Us." All songs were written by Severin Sorensen, except "One in Us," which was co-authored by Severin Sorensen and Chip Webster.

Episode 137: Are Guitar Pedals Dying? Welcome to the Chairmen of the Boards Podcast! The ultimate pedalboard podcast with the foremost rig builders in the world: Grant Klassen (Goodwood Audio), Brian Omilion (Omilion Audio), and Mason Marangella (Vertex Effects/The Rig Doctor). We've teamed up to democratize great tone and provide you with our best tricks, tips, resources and hacks so you can build the pedalboard of your dreams!   //SPONSORS// The Guitar Sanctuary - https://theguitarsanctuary.com Neural DSP - https://www.neuraldsp.com (use discount code "chairmen" for 30% off) Best-Tronics - https://btpa.com (use code "dachairs" for 10% off) GB Music & Sound - https://www.gbmusicandsound.com/?ref=Chairmen   //HOSTS// Grant Klassen (Goodwood Audio) YT - ‪@GoodwoodAudio‬ IG - https://instagram.com/goodwoodaudio   Brian Omilion (Omilion Audio) YT - ‪@omilionaudio‬ IG - https://instagram.com/omilionaudio   Mason Marangella (Vertex Effects) YT - ‪@VertexEffectsInc‬ IG - https://instagram.com/vertexeffects   //YOUTUBE// Watch COTB Podcast live: @chairmenoftheboards

150 - John McCutcheon in episode 150 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarist and multi-instrumentalist John McCutcheon. In their conversation John talks a little about the Hammered Dulcimer one of the many instruments John plays. He talks about its tuning, its construction, its history and how he moves it around to gigs. John tells us about his new album “A Field of Stars” and the musicians he works with on his albums, Steuart Smith (from the Eagles) and Stuart Duncan and how he encourages them to collaborate. John talks gear including his Huss and Dalton acoustic guitars and the Silvertone guitar he started on. John discusses one of his mentors, Pete Seeger. John describes the instruments he plays and what he would take to a gig. He also talks about the venues he's playing and his touring and songwriting camp schedule. He also tells us about a musical cruise down the Danube he's planning for 2026. John tells us about his plans for the future: an album celebrating 100 years since the Bristol sessions apart from the cruise down the Danube. John describes his role in the musicians union and how he made changes to suit the traveling musician. Finally John tells us about his pastimes… taking a 500 mile walk in Europe and baseball, major, minor and little league baseball as well as his family, gardening and bee keeping. You can find out all you want to know about John at his website: folkmusic.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #JohnMcCutcheon #AFieldofStars #HussandDalton #steuartsmith #stuartduncan #FolkMusic #SilvertoneGuitar #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #hgwt #HGWT . . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

149 - Sean Thompson In episode 149 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarist and band leader Sean Thompson. In their conversation Sean tells us about his new album “Head in the Sand” and his influences while making the album… stuff you wouldn't think of for an album out of Nashville. Sean tells us about his early music education and his early bands and the Nashville clubs he grew up playing in. Sean discusses touring with Daniel Pujol's band and what it was like to put together his own band for his album release. Sean tells us about his gear and his methods for getting good gear on a budget. Sean tells about his release party in Nashville on February 6th at the Blue Room. Finally Sean reflects on being a full time musician and making ends meet. To find out all you want to know about Sean he's active on the socials his instagram handle is @Seansweirdears Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #SeanThompson #Seansweirdears #GibsonGuitar #HeadintheSand #FenderCustomShop #GuitarHero #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #hgwt #HGWT . . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

Episode 4 of "Buy That Guitar" has host Ram Tuli talking with musician/Strat fanatic Tom Guerra, digging into his career and the evolution of his favorite guitar model. Is the Stratocaster the greatest guitar ever made? Links: https://tomguerra.com Sponsored By: The VG 2025 Price Guide https://store.vintageguitar.com/price-guide.html Subscribe to our "Overdrive" newsletter for the latest happenings at Vintage Guitar magazine: https://www.vintageguitar.com/overdrive Please feel free to reach out to Ram at Ram@VintageGuitar.com with any questions or comments you may have. Like, comment, and share this podcast!

148 - Steve Wyreman and Evanne Barcenas In episode 148 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host, James Patrick Regan speaks with Grammy winner Steve Wyreman and Evanne Barcenas, in their conversation they discuss: The name of their band “Effie Zilch”, coined by columnist Herb Cain in the San Francisco Chronicle. Steve discusses his guitar collection and his guitar hunting adventures. Steve and Evanne discuss their how they met in high school in the Silicon Valley area of California and Steve tells us about his musical upbringing. Steve and Evanne tell us how they have contributed to albums by Richard Ashcroft from the Verve (whom Steve tours with) and Miko Marks (who they both tour with in support of Little Feat and Tedeschi Trucks Band) Steve tells us about his disdain for acoustic pickups and di's and the gear he uses with Richard Ashcroft as well as the project with Evanne. The two discuss the venues they're playing although they prefer to record at this point. Steve will be playing with Richard in support of Oasis this summer. They tell us about their record label Redtone records which is a non-profit. The two describe the players and gear on their new album “Multitudes” The two are active on the socials and you can find out more about them on their record label's website: redtonerecords.bandcamp.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #SteveWyreman #EvanneBarcenas #GibsonGuitar #RichardAshcroft #Multitudes #EffieZilch #FenderCustomShop #GuitarHero #MikoMarks #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #hgwt #HGWT . . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

147 - Peter Holsapple (the db's, REM, Hootie and the Blowfish) In episode“ 147 of Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarist and multi-instrumentalist Peter Holsapple. In their conversation Peter discusses: Playing in the db's and being a utility player in both REM and Hootie and the Blowfish for a number of years as well as playing solo. Peter also discusses his day job in a theater in North Carolina. Peter tells us about his new album “The Face of 68” and the gear the band and the studio he used to record it. Peter describes what brought him to guitar and his early musical experiences and living in Memphis, New York and back in North Carolina. Peter talks about his gear and what he does that helps him enjoy life. To find out all you want to know about Peter and where he'll be playing in the future you can go to his website: peterholsapple.com And he's also very active on the socials. Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #PeterHolsapple #thedbs #GibsonGuitar #REM #GretschGuitars #HootieandtheBlowfish #FenderCustomShop #GuitarHero #thefaceof68 #theDeadlies #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #hgwt #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

Episode 135: Is NAMM Making a Comeback!? Welcome to the Chairmen of the Boards Podcast! The ultimate pedalboard podcast with the foremost rig builders in the world: Grant Klassen (Goodwood Audio), Brian Omilion (Omilion Audio), and Mason Marangella (Vertex Effects/The Rig Doctor). We've teamed up to democratize great tone and provide you with our best tricks, tips, resources and hacks so you can build the pedalboard of your dreams!   //SPONSORS// The Guitar Sanctuary - https://theguitarsanctuary.com Neural DSP - https://www.neuraldsp.com (use discount code "chairmen" for 30% off) Best-Tronics - https://btpa.com (use code "dachairs" for 10% off)   //HOSTS// Grant Klassen (Goodwood Audio) YT - ‪@GoodwoodAudio‬ IG - https://instagram.com/goodwoodaudio   Brian Omilion (Omilion Audio) YT - ‪@omilionaudio‬ IG - https://instagram.com/omilionaudio   Mason Marangella (Vertex Effects) YT - ‪@VertexEffectsInc‬ IG - https://instagram.com/vertexeffects   //YOUTUBE// Watch COTB Podcast live: https://bit.ly/3VhbNea

146 Mike Clark - Final Gravity In episode 146 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host, James Patrick Regan speaks with guitarist Mike Clark from the Los Angeles progressive rock band Final Gravity. In their conversation Mike talks briefly about the fires in the Pacific Palisades which were close to him living in Santa Monica and unfortunately while preparing to evacuate his car was broken into and his PRS guitar was stolen. Mike discusses the bands new album “Stormchaser” and the gear used to record it. Mike talks about growing up in Southern California and going to GIT and Cal State Notrthridge studying Jazz at GIT and classical guitar at Northridge. Mike talks about studying with guitarist Gary Hoey. Mike tells us about his gear throughout the years and what the music stores in the greater LA area were like in the 90's. Mike talks about the challenges of booking shows in the Southern California area, with a lot of pay to play. Mike discusses the future of the band and what lies ahead for them. Mike talks about a bit about his day job and how he supports his musical habit… and he discusses beer, another one of his passions. Final Gravity is active on the socials and they have a bandcamp page: https://finalgravity.bandcamp.com Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! #VintageGuitarMagazine #MikeClark #FinalGravity #PRS #PaulReedSmith #progrock #theDeadlies #progressiverock #stormchaser #GIT #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #hgwt #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

145 - Michael Lockwood In episode 145 of “Have Guitar Will Travel”, presented by Vintage Guitar Magazine, host James Patrick Regan speaks with producer and guitarist Michael Lockwood. Michael has worked with Amie Mann, Fiona Apple, Carly Simon and his former wife, the late Lisa Marie Presley. In their conversation Michael discusses his most recent production projects Bird Streets, Yahtzee Brown and internal music for Apple. Michael talks about his journey from Bakersfield to Hollywood and his band that got him started “Lions and Ghosts”. Michael tells us about what Hollywood was like before the hairband era of the mid ‘80's. Michael describes his gear throughout the years including his custom shop Gretsch's that were made for him by Stephen Stern and his search for a specific Hamer guitar as used by James Honeyman-Scott and amps customized by Dave Friedman. Michael talks about working in a vintage guitar shop in Hollywood in the ‘80's and ‘90's and the quantity of bursts and pre CBS fender instruments coming through the door. Michael describes working with Sylvian Sylvain from the New York Dolls. Michael is active on social media. Please subscribe, like, comment, share and review this podcast! . #VintageGuitarMagazine #MichaelLockwood #LisaMariePresley #GibsonGuitar #TKSmith #GretschGuitars #AmieMann #FionaApple #GuitarHero #CarlySimon #theDeadlies #BirdStreets #YahtzeeBrown #haveguitarwilltravelpodcast #hgwt #HGWT . . . Please like, comment, and share this podcast! Download Link

I went to Roberto Venn School of Luthiery in 1997. Worked at Vince's Backstage music in Lafayette, La. until 2000. I then moved to the Hamptons, which was a mistake for my career. Ended up working other jobs, as well as repair to pay the bills. 2002 Moved to Nashville and ended up working for a company in Franklin that did factory refurbishments and Warranty repairs. I also had my own small shop and did a little touring with small bands. In December 06 I started working for Gruhn and was there till Aug. 2024. Even working for shops I've always had my own shop to do personal customer repairs. At Gruhn, I was a Repairman and Appraiser. I was tasked with going through the Electric instruments to inspect for originality. One of the repairs I did a lot of was Pickup rewinds. I've been rewinding pickups since 1999. Although I got most of my experience at Gruhn. I started building Pickups around 05. I have built and rewound pickups for a lot of folks In Nashville. Mostly players. Issac Brock of Modest Mouse uses my pickups in the Wicks guitars he uses in the studio and on tour. One of the Tele's Jack White uses in the Studio has one of my rewinds in the bridge position.I've worked for Songwriters like Kent Blazy (Garth Brooks, Patti Loveless, Chris Young), and producers like Mickey Jack Cones (Carrie Underwood, George Strait, etc.). I've worked with Jack White doing repairs, customization, and Tour Support since 2010. The cover of one of his 45's features him, one of the guitars I customized, and the Muppets. Through Gruhn I worked on instruments owned by a myriad of stars. I also curate the Private collection of the CEO of Gibson, Cesar Gueikian. As well as help take care of instruments at several Studios.IG - i_got_broke_guitarsSome Notable Instruments:Jack's Blue Tele Used on His first Solo Tours- I customizedJack's Blue Triple Jet- I did the finishJack's Black Tele- CustomizedThe Kay- too many repairs to list, this one gets thrown aroundThe Army/Navy-too many repairs over the yearsI've kept a lot of his instruments on the road.Neil Young's Old Black- refrettedChuck Panozzo (Styx)- Replaced the truss rods and repaired the neck on the Rickenbacker he used in the 70'sCaitlin Rose and Band, Butch Walker, Tommy Shaw- Styx, Will Evankovich- Styx, Brian Bell- WeezerAt Gruhn Worked on instruments played by:Clapton, Billy Gibbons, Billy Corgan, Clint Black, Tom Kiefer- Cinerella, Mick Mars, Phil Everly, Ira Louvin, John Denver, Mike Farris, Nancy Wilson, Tex Ritter , Mel Bay, the list goes on.........I once almost killed Loretta Lynn by knockin' her off the back of the stage. Once talked with a man in a turban, beard, and English Accent for 20 minutes, and never knew it was Cat Stevens.  Many early prototype guitars and early examples of Holy Grail guitars have been through my hands:First serial numbered and sold StratocasterProto Flying V, Stratocaster, Gretsch Duo Jet, Firebird, Rosewood Telecaster (yes, that predates George Harrison's), Les Paul Junior Prototype, Multiple one-off Chet Atkins Gretch Models, etc."Still on the Run" - https://www.fbrmusic.com/IG - treymitchellphotography IG - feeding_the_senses_unsensoredFB - facebook.com/profile.php?id=100074368084848Threads - www.threads.net/@treymitchellphotographyGuest Suggestions/Spons

This week, we're doing something a little different and talking about Steven Seagal: Lawman– a cop show starring Steven Seagal that's streaming for free on Tubi, where it belongs. We point our focus to two episodes: “The Way of the Gun,” and “Crack War,” and we don't think any further introduction is necessary to be entirely honest.  Steven Seagal sees suspects scurrying several suspicious scenes!  Professor pudgy panting and pretending to be a police person! Jizz jazz jamming it in the same hole! Meandering motel meth molestation! Seagal's backseat driving legitimately pissing off a real officer! Flagrant use of the word “Orientals!” Steven Seagal running! Steven Seagal speaking jive-talk in a misguided attempt to connect with the local community of Jefferson Parish, Louisiana! Steven Seagal shredding on a Stratocaster for childhood cancer! Steven Seagal, Steven Seagal, and much, much more on this week's episode of The Worst Movie Ever Made!  Steven Seagal. www.theworstmovieevermade.com

Episode 131: Worship Pedalboard Essentials Welcome to the Chairmen of the Boards Podcast! The ultimate pedalboard podcast with the foremost rig builders in the world: Grant Klassen (Goodwood Audio), Brian Omilion (Omilion Audio), and Mason Marangella (Vertex Effects/The Rig Doctor). We've teamed up to democratize great tone and provide you with our best tricks, tips, resources and hacks so you can build the pedalboard of your dreams!   //SPONSORS// The Guitar Sanctuary - https://theguitarsanctuary.com Mono - https://monocreators.com (use discount code "chairmen" for 10% off) Best-Tronics - https://btpa.com (use code "dachairs" for 10% off)   //HOSTS// Grant Klassen (Goodwood Audio) YT - ‪@GoodwoodAudio‬ IG - https://instagram.com/goodwoodaudio   Brian Omilion (Omilion Audio) YT - ‪@omilionaudio‬ IG - https://instagram.com/omilionaudio   Mason Marangella (Vertex Effects) YT - ‪@VertexEffectsInc‬ IG - https://instagram.com/vertexeffects   //YOUTUBE// Watch COTB Podcast live: https://bit.ly/3VhbNea

Hello Kitty is perhaps the most recognizable character of Japan's “cute” culture. The ubiquitous cat has appeared on just about every object you can imagine, and guitars are no exception. Having debuted in 2006, the Squier Hello Kitty Stratocaster is now being reissued, just in time for Hello Kitty's 50th Anniversary. Enjoy! Like the show? Follow us at these fine establishments: Patreon || https://www.patreon.com/thehighgain Instagram || @thehighgain Web || https://www.thehighgain.com

Episode 129: JHS Pedals Reveals the TRUE COST to Manufacture Guitar Pedals (and why this is SO important!) Welcome to the Chairmen of the Boards Podcast! The ultimate pedalboard podcast with the foremost rig builders in the world: Grant Klassen (Goodwood Audio), Brian Omilion (Omilion Audio), and Mason Marangella (Vertex Effects/The Rig Doctor). We've teamed up to democratize great tone and provide you with our best tricks, tips, resources and hacks so you can build the pedalboard of your dreams!   //SPONSORS// The Guitar Sanctuary - https://theguitarsanctuary.com Mono - https://monocreators.com (use discount code "chairmen" for 10% off) Best-Tronics - https://btpa.com (use code "dachairs" for 10% off)   //HOSTS// Grant Klassen (Goodwood Audio) YT - ‪@GoodwoodAudio‬ IG - https://instagram.com/goodwoodaudio   Brian Omilion (Omilion Audio) YT - ‪@omilionaudio‬ IG - https://instagram.com/omilionaudio   Mason Marangella (Vertex Effects) YT - ‪@VertexEffectsInc‬ IG - https://instagram.com/vertexeffects   //YOUTUBE// Watch COTB Podcast live: https://bit.ly/3VhbNea