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The Different Strummer
Harmony Guitars, Part III Jay Kraus’ presidency marked a significant change in the look and identity of Harmony guitars. By Michael Wright
The Return of the Electric Prunes
Pigeonholed as ’60s “garage punk,” the Prunes garnered hits and recorded a rock opera. But was the label accurate? By Willie G. Moseley
Leo Nocentelli
A Meter Keeps Running Whether it’s a funky single-line melody, killer jazz, or big, fuzzy rock, he can handle it all. By John Heidt
John Hiatt
America’s Troubadour A fantastic songwriter who surrounds himself with great talent, he has penned several platinum hits recorded by others. By Tom Guerra
Gettin’ Wild with Mr. Rick Holmstrom
He toes the line between awesome chops and straight-up fun, referencing classic lines while smackin’ ’em out with his own style. By Frank Falduto
The Fender Telecaster
It’s a model of simplicity, beauty, and unimprovable functionality. From Leo’s prototype through today, there’s a reason the Telecaster has remained the Alpha Male of solidbody electric guitars. By Ward Meeker
The Gibson Kalamazoo Award
Designer’s Dream Come True Wilbur Fuller produced Gibson’s first tuned-by-ear custom guitar, and it won the hearts of company brass. By Gil Hembree
The People’s Guitar
Gibson’s Depression-era Budget Lines The 1930s were a terrible time, yet produced some of the most wonderful art, music, and literature – and some great, inexpensive guitars. By L.B. Fred
Stephen Bruton
In the Spirit of the Ft. Worth Tradition His early experiences included associations that furthered him as a guitarist and producer, like gigs backing up Kris Kristofferson and Bonnie Raitt. By Willie G. Moseley
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A Not So Solomon-Like Decision
By Willie G. Moseley
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Jerry Krahn
By Kelly Hagen
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Santana at Woodstock
By Glen Anderson
Q&A With George Gruhn
Fake Strat Saturation?
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Mando Mania
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James Burton
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Al Hendrickson
By Jim LaDiana
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Guitar To Bass
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Making a Do-It-Yourself Legend
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By Gerald Weber
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Fender Eric Clapton and Jeff Beck Strats, TCM Sportser, Jensen P10R speakers, Stetsbar vibrato
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The Genius of George Cordoba
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