I did a Frankel-Tele build last summer so I'll tell about that. I posted a video this week as I changed out the original CTS speakers in my 1974 Vibrolux with Celestions. By request, I tell a few short Guitar Shop Stories.

Episode 156 - Band Dynamics

Nov 27th, 2019 36m 38s

This time I talk about band dynamics because of listener feedback. So I go down memory lane. Some good, some bad.

Episode 155 - Learning as an Adult, Family and Giving Back

Nov 23rd, 2019 29m 14s

This time I share the struggles of an adult learning guitar, giving back what I know about guitar to family, friends and you all..

Episode 154 - Marshall JMP, Kiesel, Sweetwater, Audio Technica, Kemper, Solodallas

Mar 20th, 2019 34m 35s

Listener feedback is now an ongoing segment of the show. We'll talk Marshall, Microphones, Amps and other fun guitar stuff.

Episode 153 - Listener Feedback, Teaching Beginners, Gibson Future

Mar 6th, 2019 34m 35s

We have some listener feedback. I talk about teaching beginners, specifically kids. Also reference a video by the Guitar Geek on YouTube about the inteview he did with the new CEO of Gibson

Episode 152 - Pedal Steel Guitar and Giving Back

Feb 27th, 2019 30m 16s

I've been trying to learn how to play pedal steel guitar the last year or so. Sharing some things I've learned and a bit of a paradigm shift.

Episode 151 - Hot Rod Tele to Les Paul Fever

Jan 14th, 2018 42m 30s

I've acquired some gear over the last year from japanese and american guitars to boutique amps which led me back to my first love, the Les Paul guitar.

Episode 128 - Marshall JCM 800, Gibson L-37, Rant on Country Music

Apr 24th, 2017 44m 22s

This week I talk about the versatility of the classic Marshall JCM 800 and that I wish I still had my old JCM 900 and an old "grandpa" 1936 L-37. Oh, and I also have a short rant about the current state of country music.

Episode 76 - ROAD TRIP! May 2012

Apr 24th, 2017 51m 22s

Road trip to RS Guitarworks, Willcutt Guitars and Tom Webers workshop

Episode 79 - Listener Questions and Feedback

Apr 24th, 2017 49m 48s

This week we talk about the all kinds of things from questions and feedback from the audience

Episode 78 - Brad Paisley Concert Review 2012

Apr 24th, 2017 27m 42s

This week I share thoughts on seeing Brad Paisley in Concert May 19, 2012

Episode 150 - My Guitars, Keeping it in the Family

Mar 22nd, 2017 40m 34s

This week I field questions about my guitars, the ones I'm taking to the Indiana Guitar Show as well as the amps and pedals I'm taking to sell.

Episode 149 - Listener Feedback

Mar 13th, 2017 28m 56s

Today we have some good feedback from listeners, how I don't kiss butt, the Indiana Guitar Show and how you can share your song for outtro music.

Episode 147 - Eight Month Update

Feb 24th, 2017 59m 59s

Today after an eight month hiatus I give an update on what's been going on around here, update on my elbow injury which was not guitar related but kept me from playing regularly for a year, and the J-45 I picked up last fall.

Episode 148 - Mo Gear or Mo Lessons?

Feb 24th, 2017 29m 10s

Something to ponder the next time you're dreaming about new gear; more gear to feed the g.a.s or invest in your skills? I talk a little about a Toadworks pedal and the upcoming Indiana Guitar Show!

Episode 146 - Interview Otto D'Ambrosio from Eastman Guitars

Jun 30th, 2016 49m 46s

Today we talk with Otto D'Ambrosio from Eastman Guitars. We talk about the construction and craft behind Eastman's instruments, what's next as well as how Otto came up working on guitars to become a builder.

Episode 145 - Guitar and Amp Hum, Strings, Elbow Injury

Jun 25th, 2016 40m 18s

After a long wait you finally get a new show from me. Finally right?! Well, I'll try to make this a good one since you had to wait so long.

Episode 144 - Practice

Jan 3rd, 2016 27m 6s

Today we talk about practice. That's right, practice. Not a game, but practice.

Episode 143 - Projects, Buffer and Signal Chain

Jul 27th, 2015 49m 49s

Today we talk about my wah mod project, pedal chain order change and keeping a good signal over a long distance.

Episode 142 - Music Publishing and Licensing?

May 19th, 2015 44m 46s

Is there another way you may make money with your music than playing in smoky bars or stiff restaurants? Possibly through getting your music published and licensed. This episode I offer my opinions and takeaways from articles I read in the Apri

Episode 141 - Listener Feedback and THE INDIANA GUITAR SHOW 2015

Apr 30th, 2015 1h 20m

Yes, another listener feedback show. Well partially because the second half is all about the rebirth of The Indiana Guitar Show! Super happy it's back and I had a great time! Listen up and hear about the experience. I do answer some questions a

Episode 140 - Listener Feedback Show

Apr 4th, 2015 45m 12s

I love listener feedback shows because I never know where they will take me. I get a question or comment from a listener and I think I know what I'm going to say for the most part but sometimes something comes out I didn't expect. I like these

Episode 139 - Adam Bath of Elysian Tuned Aperture Pickup

Mar 31st, 2015 53m 20s

Adam tells us all about how he started, what's going on with his company and his new pickup design; the "Tuned Aperture Pickup." It's a nice talk and you'll get a good bit of information about the cool new design of his pickups. Check out his w