by Shane Sanders | Dec 4, 2023 | Artists, Gear, History
One of the most revered innovators of the cool jazz genre and an elite Gibson signature artist Johnny Smith, born John Henry Smith Jr. on June 25, 1922, in Birmingham, Alabama, was a highly influential American musician renowned for his talent and innovative...
by Shane Sanders | Nov 2, 2023 | Gear, History
This rare Gibson model was only in production for four years, and few players have seen one up close—until now 2 Nov 2023 Unlocking the Mystique of Vintage Guitars—the Gibson Certified Vintage Program Vintage guitars have a certain mystique that captures the...
by Shane Sanders | Oct 10, 2023 | Gear, History, News
See Sierra Hull put the recreation of a holy grail through its paces on Gibson TV Nothing sets the pulses of bluegrass players racing quite like a 1923 Gibson F-5 Master Model mandolin. Every bit as iconic and sought-after as the 1959 Les Paul Standard and usually...
by Shane Sanders | Oct 6, 2023 | Artists, History, News
New exhibition celebrates 150 years of the iconic guitar brand “Epiphone’s 150th Anniversary Exhibition: Showcasing Noel Gallagher’s Guitar Collection” at the British Music Experience is a delightful temporary exhibit that traces the storied history of this...
by Shane Sanders | Jul 19, 2023 | History
A storied journey in the world of exceptional instruments 19 Jul 2023 Epiphone has a rich and fascinating history that spans 150 years. From its humble family-owned origin to its present-day status as a respected global brand in the guitar industry, Epiphone...
by Shane Sanders | May 27, 2023 | Gear, History
The long and winding road of a rock maverick The Epiphone Casino might be the House of Stathopoulo’s most iconic instrument thanks to its association with The Beatles. These two guitars—the Gibson J-160E and the Epiphone Casino—are legendary instruments...
