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Artist Spotlight: Pappy: theCAUSE, Reuben’s Painted Mandolin
Artist Spotlight: Pappy: theCAUSE, Reuben’s Painted Mandolin
About 2 years ago, I was sponsored by PHRED Instruments and presented with a Liger 1.0 with stock electronics. When I first plugged it in I felt the tingle. It was the closest “Jerry sound” I’d achieved. I’ve been adding to that sound over the past 2 years, adding a brass nut, the brass plate, upgraded harmonica bridge, upgraded jacks and have now replaced the stock pickups with DiMarzios (Super 2s on neck and middle and Super Distortion on the bridge). Freddy Rose has been extremely ‘instrumental’ in helping me get parts. His customer service has been nothing short of amazing. I can’t recommend PHRED enough for those, like me, that want that Jerry tone and can’t afford to drop 5 figures on the true, handmade exotic wood replicas. This guitar has been a lot of fun to play with my bands, theCAUSE (mostly GD covers) and Reuben’s Painted Mandolin (JGB Tribute). As Freddy told me the stock pickups get you in the ballpark and the DiMarzios put you on the field. If you’re looking for the Jerry tone at an affordable price, PHRED is where it’s at.
Artist Spotlight: Jack Bennett, The Talismen
Artist Spotlight: Jack Bennett, The Talismen
The Talismen formed in 2015 in Montgomery, Alabama. These talented musicians have been learning and growing as they entertain audiences all over the Southeast. With a combination of energy and sophistication beyond their years, The Talismen put on a show containing soulful and funk-filled originals along with some music of their favorite artists. The band continues to expand their catalog of originals entertaining audiences throughout the South. Come see a show by The Talismen and participate in their ever-evolving live experience.
Reprise vs DockStar: What are the Differences?
Reprise vs DockStar: What are the Differences?
The main difference between the Reprise and DockStar is the construction method and the type of paint finish used. Reprise is built using traditional archtop construction methods which includes: separate sides, separate carved top and carved back, kerfing and parallel bracing inside.
Artist Spotlight: Ray Lamb, AZTEC SUN
Artist Spotlight: Ray Lamb, AZTEC SUN
AZTEC SUN is a retro blend of '70s funk and soul with heavy undertones of jazz, blues and afrofunk. In 2016, the Washington City Paper named AZTEC SUN the Best Local Original Band. We've had the pleasure of opening for national touring acts such as Burning Spear, the Suffers, Pimps of Joytime, Naughty Professor, Alanna Royale, The Main Squeeze, and Major and the Monbacks.
Artist Spotlight: Connor Kennedy
Artist Spotlight: Connor Kennedy

Connor Kennedy, guitarist from Woodstock, and a member of Steely Dan’s touring band.

Artist Spotlight: Chuck Warda
Artist Spotlight: Chuck Warda

Multi-instrumentalist, All live looping act, Hartford Conservatory graduate, Studio Musician, Vocalist, Film Composer and Audio Engineer, Chuck plays soulful, and diverse performances of Bluesy, Jazzy and Funky songs both cover and original.

Artist Spotlight: Matt Check, Cosmic Karma
Artist Spotlight: Matt Check, Cosmic Karma

Matt Check, guitarist for Cosmic Karma, began his musical journey playing in his Father’s band at twelve years old. Learning at an early age to be part of a band and to let music breathe and flow, improvisation continues to be a powerful presence in Matt’s guitar playing. Some of his influences as a guitarist are Jerry Garcia, Bela Fleck, Larry Coryell, Allan Holdsworth, and the list goes on.

Going Modular
Going Modular

It’s time for a new guitar amp. But this time, I’m going modular with a separate pre-amp, separate power amp, and separate speaker cabinet. The sound of a Fender Twin Reverb amp became a point of reference, as I had played through them at rehearsal spaces, and have some of my favorite guitar players. However, my checklist has the following requirements: light weight, easy to move around, loud, lots of headroom, and good clean tone.

Artist Spotlight: Dusty Alander, Catfish John
Artist Spotlight: Dusty Alander, Catfish John

Born out of the love and inspiration of their favorite Band, Catfish John is a collective of serious players looking to express their affection and respect for the music of The Grateful Dead. They are artists giving a unique take on the music of The Grateful Dead. Catfish John performs raucous, intuitive, wide-open jams, with stunning guitar and tight vocal harmonies that compliment and complete their big full sound.

Artist Spotlight: Joshua Nodarse, Left on Wilson
Artist Spotlight: Joshua Nodarse, Left on Wilson

Left On Wilson has been bringing tasty grooves to engage your ear holes and move your feet since 2016. Their well crafted original material spans time and space while carefully chosen covers freckle the soundscape.


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