Blackened American Whiskey is “pummelled by the low hertz frequencies of Metallica’s music”

Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Loud rock music and whiskey isn’t exactly a new combination but how about a Kentucky straight rye whiskey whose finishing barrels have been “pummelled by the low hertz frequencies of Metallica’s music”? READ MORE: Kirk Hammett reveals that Enter Sandman was inspired by Soundgarden Launched as part of Blackened American … Continue reading Blackened American Whiskey is “pummelled by the low hertz frequencies of Metallica’s music”

Praise and worship music drives about a third of musical instrument sales, says Fender

Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Market research conducted by Fender has revealed that about a third of instruments sold are used for Christian praise and worship music, a genre within contemporary Christian music that focuses on open guitar soundscapes and is performed in churches. READ MORE: Fender Japan introduces Daiki Tsuneta signature Swinger and a … Continue reading Praise and worship music drives about a third of musical instrument sales, says Fender

MOD Devices’ Dwarf can now be found at retailers across the world

Guitar.com | All Things Guitar MOD Devices’ Dwarf, its powerful audio and effects processor pedal, has been launched into the retail market. Previously, the unit was only attainable as a reward for Kickstarter backers of the project. READ MORE: Kickstarter for MOD Devices’ Dwarf is funded in less than 24 hours The pedal itself is … Continue reading MOD Devices’ Dwarf can now be found at retailers across the world

Jason Newsted on quitting Metallica: “Enter Sandman for the three-thousandth time in a certain amount of days – it fucking wears on you”

Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Former Metallica bassist Jason Newsted has spoken about his decision to leave the band, citing how he felt musically limited, and burnt out from doing long runs of similar shows. READ MORE: Jason Newsted’s wife says he will not be joining Megadeth Speaking on an episode of the Metal Hammer … Continue reading Jason Newsted on quitting Metallica: “Enter Sandman for the three-thousandth time in a certain amount of days – it fucking wears on you”

Klon designer Bill Finnegan to debut new live stream series about the pedal, give updates on KTR production

Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Legendary pedal-maker and designer of the original Klon Centaur overdrive Bill Finnegan has announced he will debut a new live-streamed series on the newly-created official Klon YouTube channel. READ MORE: JHS’ Josh Scott is selling the first Klon Centaur for $500,000 Writing in an Instagram post, Finnegan explained that the … Continue reading Klon designer Bill Finnegan to debut new live stream series about the pedal, give updates on KTR production

John Mayer says he almost quit music after he was told Continuum had “no hits”

Guitar.com | All Things Guitar John Mayer has revealed that he once considered giving up on music, after a label executive derided an album he turned in – which turned out to be the multi-platinum Continuum. READ MORE: John Mayer’s Dead & Company live rig revealed Hosting a fan Q&A on his Instagram, Mayer was … Continue reading John Mayer says he almost quit music after he was told Continuum had “no hits”

Hal Leonard Releases Bud Powell Omnibook

Pianos – Keyboard and Synths – Music Instrument News Hal Leonard has announced the publication of the Bud Powell Omnibook, a collection of 35 full piano transcriptions of his most popular recordings. Hal Leonard Omnibooks have become the books to turn to when you want to master a particular artist. These comprehensive collections feature the most accurate … Continue reading Hal Leonard Releases Bud Powell Omnibook

John Mayer says he likes wearing headphones onstage now: “I’m actually more connected to the band, the music and the moment this way”

Guitar.com | All Things Guitar John Mayer has shared that he’s taken to wearing headphones onstage, saying they not only protect his hearing but help him feel “more connected” to the band and the musical moment. READ MORE: John Mayer’s Dead & Company live rig revealed Mayer, who’s currently on the road with Dead & … Continue reading John Mayer says he likes wearing headphones onstage now: “I’m actually more connected to the band, the music and the moment this way”

“Songwriting is my cheap version of therapy”: Madi Diaz talks new album History Of A Feeling

Guitar.com | All Things Guitar Madi Diaz is supposed to be on a post-gig comedown when we call her hotel in Chicago. She’d been slated to play a set as part of the city’s Out Of Space concert series just before, but sadly for everyone involved, the weather had other ideas. The gig was washed … Continue reading “Songwriting is my cheap version of therapy”: Madi Diaz talks new album History Of A Feeling