by Shane Sanders | Apr 17, 2025 | Gear
The Gibson practice of adorning acoustic guitar pickguards with artwork continues a tradition of lutherie dating back to the Renaissance Although the primary function of an acoustic guitar’s pickguard is to protect the soundboard from playing wear, its role in...
by Shane Sanders | Apr 16, 2025 | Learn, Video
Palm muting and steady downstrokes are the key to this technique Continuing our exploration of punk rock guitar techniques, this beginner-friendly Gibson App video features Irene Ketikidi as she guides you toward mixing up palm muting with ringing powerchords. You’ll...
by Shane Sanders | Apr 15, 2025 | Learn
Trust that dedication will lead you to deeper creativity and sharper musicianship As musicians, our creative sparks and roadblocks can appear in surprising ways. One day, you might catch a momentary earful of a delicious hook in a convenience store, totally unaware of...
by Shane Sanders | Apr 14, 2025 | Artists, News
Sarah Julia joins the Gibson Spotlight Artist program In line with the brand’s ongoing commitment to elevating new music from emerging musicians around the world, the annual Gibson Artist Spotlight program continues showcasing an evolving roster of...
by Shane Sanders | Apr 9, 2025 | Artists, News
The legendary Metallica guitarist Kirk Hammett features in conversation with Mark Agnesi—save the dates Kirk Hammett, legendary lead guitarist of the multi-platinum-selling and nine-time GRAMMY® Award-winning band Metallica, has announced a series of intimate live...
