The band formerly known as Black Country, featuring Joe Bonamassa, Glenn Hughes, Jason Bonham, and Derek Sherinian, have officially been renamed as Black Country Communion. The new website is sparse of details about the upcoming album, but you can see them play "One Last Soul" on YouTube. … [Read more...]
Review: Josh Smith – Inception
I first heard of guitarist Josh Smith through the Gear Page forums, as he is a well-respected member there. I later found out that he is the lead guitarist for Taylor Hicks's touring band. In addition to touring with Taylor Hicks, Smith has released several solo guitar instrumental albums. His latest solo album is called Inception and was released last December. What I really … [Read more...]
Davy Knowles Interview with Lick Library
LickLibrary.com recently posted a nice interview with guitarist Davy Knowles from Back Door Slam. They have also posted a performance by Knowles and an overview of two of his songs: "Riverbed" and "Tear Down the Walls." … [Read more...]
Jim Campilongo Signature Custom Shop ’59 Telecaster
The Fender Custom Shop has recently introduced the Jim Campilongo* Signature '59 Telecaster. This signature guitar is based on Campilongo's original '59 Telecaster. One of the unique features of the guitar is that the strings are top loaded instead of through-the-body like most modern Telecasters. Another unique feature of the guitar is the Campilongo-designed pickups that are … [Read more...]
Fender Crossroads Giveaway
Fender has announced a promotion to win tickets to Eric Clapton's sold out Crossroads festival on June 26. The grand-prize winner will receive a pair of tickets and a Fender T-Mobile myTouch 3G Limited Edition phone. A runner-up will win a pair of tickets to the festival. All you have to do to enter is fill out the form on the contest website. … [Read more...]