Camilla PNK joins the Gibson Artist Spotlight Program

by Shane Sanders | May 15, 2024 | Artists, News

From fuchsia-haired frontwoman to solo artist force-of-nature In line with the brand’s ongoing commitment to elevating new music from emerging musicians around the world, the annual Gibson Artist Spotlight program will showcase an evolving roster...

“The first paying gig, I was 15. I started playing in all those bars, and I would have to sneak in”—Blackberry Smoke’s Charlie Starr

by Shane Sanders | May 14, 2024 | Artists, Video

Charlie Starr on his early days, single-pickup guitars, Les Paul Juniors, his signature Southern rock sound, and more In this video, Blackberry Smoke’s Charlie Starr sits down with Gibson Gear Guide’s Dinesh Lekhraj for a rundown of his 20-year career with...

Introducing the Gibson Custom Slash 1963 ES-335 Collector’s Edition guitar

by Shane Sanders | May 9, 2024 | Artists, Gear, News

A limited-edition replica of the “beautiful and killer-sounding” vintage ES-335 Slash used on his new blues album, with just 50 pieces available to pre-order Gibson Custom has announced a limited Collector’s Edition reproduction of Slash’s 1963 ES-335,...

“If it makes it more accessible and achievable for girls to chase their dreams, then it’s a win in my book”—Miranda Lambert on her new Epiphone signature acoustic

by Shane Sanders | May 7, 2024 | Artists, Gear, News

The Epiphone Miranda Lambert Bluebird Studio follows a successful collaboration with Gibson Epiphone has announced the Miranda Lambert Bluebird Studio, featuring a vivid Bluebonnet gloss finish, a nod to the official flower of Texas, Miranda’s home state....

Joe Bonamassa’s essential advice for guitarists

by Shane Sanders | May 1, 2024 | Artists, Learn, Video

Knowing keys and unlocking the fretboard are central areas of knowledge, according to the modern blues virtuoso In this video conversation with Dinesh Lekhraj on the Gibson Gear Guide, Joe Bonamassa shares what he describes as the “best advice” he can give...

The story of Dorothy: Jared James Nichols’ 1952 Les Paul Goldtop

by Lee Glynn | Apr 25, 2024 | Artists, Gear, Video

Watch this interview with Jared James Nichols to hear the incredible story of this vintage Gibson guitar—and hear Dorothy in action In this clip from the Gibson Gear Guide, Jared James Nichols shares the story of how his incredible Les Paul Goldtop survived a tornado...