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"I’ll tell you, the argument about string gauges is about the silliest thing a guitarist can engage in."   JOHN MAYER: HISTORY This week’s player spotlight takes us stateside again to take a closer look at one of the most emulated and influential guitar players of today’s generation.  A true guitar hero and one that continues to influence players young and old.  Ladies and Gents… Mr. John Mayer. Born to school teacher parents in Fairfield,... read more.

PLAYER SPOTLIGHT “I realised I had made it when I could pay my rent for more than a month without relying on anyone” - B.A guitarworld.com 2020 The discovery of the most iconic players both past and present continues with arguably one off the greatest singer-songwriters to evolve from within Canadian borders.This man is the reason many of us have picked up a guitar in the first place he's such an influential figure, he's racked... read more.

PLAYER SPOTLIGHT “Music is all about wanting to be better at it.” - Geddy Lee - Rush.com The science of music is often discussed amongst the many, the evolution of sound and recordings is always in the intros of the many, so in this edition we take a look at a man that is in the interest of the many and a truly awe-inspiring cocktail 🍸 of the two highlighted topics. This incredibly unique character... read more.

PLAYER SPOTLIGHT "Eric Johnson plays guitar the way Michelangelo painted ceilings: with a colorful vibrancy that's more real than life." “The most important thing for me is to grow musically and make a more expansive and meaningful artistic statement with every new project.” https://www.ericjohnson.com/about This feature sees us return to the live music capital of the world, Austin, Texas. We generally associate this part of the world with handfuls of iconic musicians and rock stars... read more.