Russian Circles Announce UK Dates
Posted By: Robert Laing on February 5, 2010 at 6:48
Guitarist favourites Russian Circles have announced a clutch of UK dates in support of their excellent third album Geneva. The US instrumental trio will play the following dates: 8 April ? The Thekla, Bristol 10 April ? Captain?s Rest, Glasgow,...Read More
MasterThatGear! ? Cornford MK50H II Demo
Posted By: mark on February 5, 2010 at 3:48
New MasterThatGear! video looking at the gorgeous Cornford MK50H II head:
Review: Joe Bonamassa Black Rock
Posted By: Jon on February 5, 2010 at 0:42
I think I said something similar last release, but I can’t believe Joe Bonamassa is only 32 and Black Rock is his 10th, yes you read that correctly, 10th solo album release. That doesn’t include the Bloodline album either… crazy. Last year Joe released in my... more
James Trussart Metal Snake Steelcaster
February 4, 2010 at 23:24
Click images for close-up view!Trussart stuff is like half 1930's retro and half apocalyptic. I really started diggin' the vibe when I saw their magazine ad with the old pickup truck loaded with these things-- and also a photo of Billy Gibbons onstage with a Trussart. They... more
Orange Rockerverb II
Posted By: Chris on February 4, 2010 at 23:02
I love Orange amps. Not only do they sound great, look cool, and are extremely versatile, they single-handedly reinvigorated the lunchbox amp market. I doubt there would be the boutique amps we see today without Orange. And here is their latest creation. The RockerVerb II. An... more
Name That Guitar Player - Feb 4, 2010
February 4, 2010 at 22:38
(image: "Blindfolded Man" by artist Tim Teebken)That's right! It's time for another edition of "Name That Guitar Player"!! Let's see if any Austin folks are reading Stratoblogster.That's you're only clue for this mystery guitarist. (No cheating now! Spider!!)Leave your answer,... more
The Cartoon Adventures of British thrash pioneers Atomkraft
Posted By: Gary on February 4, 2010 at 18:54
Thrash isn't my thing, but this true life movie of life on the road in a Geordie Thrash band is great!
Twitter Weekly Updates for 2010-02-05
Posted By: Chris on February 4, 2010 at 18:00
GuitarDVDReview: Transformations Live http://bit.ly/bP4eGX # @guitarnoize I like it, but it sounds TOO cleaned up. in reply to guitarnoize # GuitarDVDReview: Trial By Fire Live in Leningrad 89 http://bit.ly/ayPUvA # The iPad is a Comedy Gold Mine - CollegeHumor video... more
Led Zeppelin & Jimmy Page Guitar Tuition DVDs
Posted By: Chris on February 4, 2010 at 17:01
I'm looking forward to this. Lick Library have released some new DVD's, this time featuring the style of none other than Jimmy Page. Again, the highlight for me is the Up Tempo Rock and Minor Blues. These are complimented with a Learn To Play series, and the Solos. Don't forget,... more
Edgar Winter Guitarist Doug Rappoport
February 4, 2010 at 14:52
Guitar player EWB, MI Instructor Yeah, even though Doug is playing a Les Paul here, he always has an automatic Stratoblogster pass! We feature Mr. Rappoport from time to time whether he's playing his Strat or not. My favorite grossly underrated guitar player. Pay attention to... more
