Monthly Archives: March 2008

Johnny Copeland Texas Bluesman and Guitar Player

It is not as surprising to me as it is unjust to the man and the blues. Johnny Copeland could be one of the best yet least known blues guitarists to come from Texas.
He began his life on March 27, 1937, in Haynesville, Louisiana. His parents separated
when he was six months old and he [...]

White Fender Stratocasters and White Harley Davidsons

Exactly what do these two historically unique world changing products have in common? Lots if you want a biased opinion.
My only passion is not just playing the guitar until my hands hurt or my family and dog. Oh Man, I left out my deep passion for the greatest sporting franchise in the history of sports, [...]

First Guitar Review of The Fender “Lenny” Stratocaster

As a general rule I would not travel 1000 miles to test out a guitar. As it turned out I flew to Maryland to see my nucleic family. I love my family and it was very therapeutic for my mindset and theirs too. Pardon the interruption, but I also came back with the Flu. Excuse [...]

Lost Stevie Ray Vaughan Interview

We take a long walk every morning, my dog Red and myself. It takes about an hour and Red who is a Bird Dog (German Shorthaired Pointer) is a riot to walk. He is such a hunter! I get some quality and peaceful thinking done for my blog for the day when there are no [...]

How to Run Guitar Effects Through an Amplifier

This is a great question and one most guitarists ask themselves. Why do we ask ourselves instead of someone who knows? I’ll start with there is no etched in granite answer. Ultimately it comes down to what sounds the best to you. Simply put, there is no right or wrong way. A gray area [...]

Guitar Players Jam Strategies and Solutions Part Two

Name some of the best strategies to learn how to play with other people. Well I got a few up my sleeve. The sooner you put your skills into use the better. At least in the direction you want to go. Bands form everyday, new drummers develop their skills. Bass players develop their chops [...]

Beginner Guitar Players Jam Session

The Rock Shop in Fort Pierce, Florida is a really cool music shop. The owner Tom is kind enough to host a small beginners jam on Tuesday nights at one of his warehouses. He has a lot of patience. He should have been a Doctor! It is very personal and comfortable and has a [...]