A podcast dedicated to conversations with today's top guitar and bass musicians. Hosted by: Bob Bakert, Editor jazzguitartoday.com and Raúl Amador, Editor bassmusicianmagazine.com
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Each week on GTRNRD, host Andy Schneider shares essential and creative tips for guitar and bass players. Episodes explore fundamentals of playing technique, music theory, or guitar gear, and then dives deeper - encouraging more experienced players to use their creativity to apply these bits of knowledge in new, fresh ways. This educational series offers something for beginners and pros alike, building foundational knowledge while inspiring listeners to turn their ideas into incredible music. ...
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In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider breaks down and explains chord symbols, demystifying what can often seem like a secret code to many guitar and bass players. Understanding chord symbols is crucial for unlocking new musical possibilities, whether you're playing simple triads or exploring complex extensions. Andy explains how chord symbols s…
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Interview With The Funeral Portrait Bassist Robert Weston
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20:08I was recently introduced to an incredible project by The Funeral Portrait called Greetings From Suffocate City, and it instantly caught my attention. It was so intriguing that I had to chat with their bassist, Robert Weston. Since forming in 2014, the band has been pouring their heart into their music... and this latest project feels like the powe…
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Ep022 - Must-Know Muting Techniques
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27:20In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider delves into the essential skill of muting techniques for guitar and bass players. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced musician, mastering muting can elevate your playing from basic to expressive and dynamic. Andy explains how muting acts as punctuation in music, helping to control sound, create clea…
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Ep021 - Strings: Every Type for Guitar and Bass
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30:32In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider goes deep into guitar and bass strings, emphasizing their crucial role in shaping an instrument's tone and playability. Strings are described as the "little mechanical engines" of a guitar, influencing not only sound but also the tactile experience of playing. Andy explores the various types of strings avai…
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Interview With Seldom Scene Bassist Ronnie Simkins
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10:43I’ve always loved listening to Bluegrass music, and I especially enjoy chatting with their bass players. Recently, I had the pleasure of speaking with Ronnie Simpkins, the bassist for The Seldom Scene, a renowned Bluegrass band from Bethesda, MD. The band just released their new album, “Remains to Be Scene,” in March 2025 (available on Amazon.com).…
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In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider dives into the world of triads, the foundational three-note chords that form the backbone of countless songs. Triads are essential for any guitarist or bassist, and Andy explores four types: major, minor, augmented, and diminished. He explains how these triads are constructed from scale tones, with each typ…
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Pizza, Pasta and Jazz Guitar...John Pisano Stories
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35:52JGT's Bob Bakert talks to Jeanne Pisano, Beth Marlis, and John Storie about John Pisano. Go to jazzguitartoday.com and bassmusicianmagazine.com more interviews and lessons.Oleh With Editors Bob Bakert and Raúl Amador
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In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider gives real word examples (and a couple out-of-this-world examples) of pentatonic scales, a fundamental tool for guitar and bass players across all genres. From blues to rock, pop, jazz, and hip-hop, pentatonics are everywhere. Andy explores major and minor pentatonic scales, their simplicity, flexibility, a…
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Bobby Broom Talks About His Tribute To Wes Montgomery
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49:03Guitarist Bobby Broom talks to JGT about a new recording by the Chicago Jazz Orchestra, More Amor: A Tribute to Wes Montgomery. Go to jazzguitartoday.com and bassmusicianmagazine.com more interviews and lessons.Oleh With Editors Bob Bakert and Raúl Amador
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Artist Update With Shinedown Bassist Eric Bass
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20:52I am sure a lot of Shinedown fans remember my last conversation with bassist Eric Bass back in September 2022 when the band released their “Planet Zero” album (View Interview). Eric released a solo album titled “I Had A Name” and I caught up with him to learn more about the project. This interview first appeared in Bass Musician Magazine in Feb 202…
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Jazz Guitar Today Podcast: Guitarist Bill Hart Discusses Pedals
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47:32Jazz Guitar Today's Bob Bakert talks with Bill Hart, internationally acclaimed guitarist, composer and educator about the role of pedals and effects in his music. Go to jazzguitartoday.com and bassmusicianmagazine.com more interviews and lessons.Oleh With Editors Bob Bakert and Raúl Amador
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In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider delves into the fascinating world of amp modelers, a revolutionary technology that allows guitarists and bassists to carry the sound of their favorite amplifiers and pedals in a compact, affordable package. Amp modelers digitally replicate the sound and feel of various amplifiers, offering musicians the ver…
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Interview With Yellowjackets Bassist Dane Alderson
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29:19The Yellowjackets are celebrating their 50th anniversary as a band and their bassist, Dane Alderson, has been with them for almost a decade. Together, this band is an iconic pillar of musicality in the Jazz community. They have been massively prolific over the years, and they are releasing their twenty-seventh album, “Fasten Up,” later this month. …
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Ep017 - You Gotta Get the Blues!
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26:40In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider delves into the foundational elements of blues music and its significant influence on modern music genres like rock, country, and jazz. He emphasizes the importance of understanding blues techniques for all musicians, regardless of their primary genre, as these techniques can enhance musical expression and …
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Bassist Brent-Anthony Johnson, Working the Bass
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48:10Brent-Anthony Johnson may be the amazing bassist you have never heard of, despite his 45-year career as one of the hardest-working musicians in the industry. Brent-Anthony is a Bass Musician Magazine contributor who has shared a veritable wealth of educational and other bass-related pieces. He was an early adopter in online bass education and you w…
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Guitarist Mason Razavi Talks To Jazz Guitar Today
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40:17Jazz Guitar Today's Bob Bakert talks to guitarist Mason Razavi. Go to jazzguitartoday.com and bassmusicianmagazine.com more interviews and lessons.Oleh With Editors Bob Bakert and Raúl Amador
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A Candid Conversation With Jimmy Bruno About Retirement, Part 1
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28:34In part 1 of the conversation, Jazz Guitar Today's Bob Bakert talks one-on-one with Jimmy Bruno about his recent retirement announcement. Go to jazzguitartoday.com and bassmusicianmagazine.com more interviews and lessons.Oleh With Editors Bob Bakert and Raúl Amador
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In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider dives into the essential guitar technique of string bending, a skill that breathes life and emotion into your playing. Whether you're crafting soulful blues solos, country leads, or screaming rock anthems, mastering string bending can elevate your sound from beginner to advanced. Andy guides listeners throu…
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Davy Mooney’s New CD, “The Word”
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26:31Davy Mooney talks to Jazz Guitar Today’s Bob Bakert about his new project, “The Word” Go to jazzguitartoday.com and bassmusicianmagazine.com more interviews and lessons.Oleh With Editors Bob Bakert and Raúl Amador
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Jimmy Bruno Talks to Jazz Guitar Today About His Retirement, Part 2
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1:08:34JGT's Bob Bakert and guitarist Frank Vignola talk to Jimmy about his retirement and early years as a musician. Go to jazzguitartoday.com and bassmusicianmagazine.com more interviews and lessons.Oleh With Editors Bob Bakert and Raúl Amador
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Ep015 - Every Knob of Your Amp Explained
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33:35In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider delves into the intricacies of guitar amplifiers, emphasizing their role as essential tone-shaping tools rather than mere volume boosters. He breaks down the architecture of amplifiers, explaining the function and impact of each section from the preamp to the master volume. Andy discusses the importance of …
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Ep014 - Fitting Your Part into a Full Band
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36:44In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider delves into the art of arranging your musical part within a band setting. He likens playing in a band to a musical conversation or a dinner party, emphasizing the importance of timing and knowing when to play or hold back. The focus is on harmonically and rhythmically arranging your part to make the band so…
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Interview With Circle The Earth’s Bassist Mike McBay
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15:42There is a lot of very exciting music happening in LA. Circle The Earth hails from this fair city with Mike McBay as a founding member and the driving force on the low end. Mike is not only a bass player but also practices medicine and applies his life knowledge to guide the band’s efforts. Just like their hometown, Circle the Earth is a very diver…
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Ep013 - Better Rhythms and New Time Signatures
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28:17In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider dives into the essential role of rhythm in music, emphasizing its presence as the heartbeat of all musical compositions. He explores how mastering rhythm, through understanding and applying time signatures and beat subdivisions, can elevate your playing from good to great. Whether you're strumming chords, p…
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Bassist David Dyson – Bass Powerhouse
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21:25In our earliest years (about 17 years ago) he contributed to Bass Musician with numerous bass-relevant pieces. He is an amazing and talented bass player who also writes music, does arrangements, is a producer, teaches, and has played with a ton of great musical acts. Join me as we hear about David’s musical journey, how he gets his sound, and detai…
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Ep012 - Electricity Basics for Guitar and Bass
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39:43In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider demystifies the fundamentals of electricity for guitarists and bassists. Understanding these basics can enhance your ability to master your tone and make informed equipment choices. Andy breaks down key concepts such as Ohm's Law, the difference between AC and DC voltage, and the roles of capacitors and res…
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Interview With Bassist Chuck Webb
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29:02Just over a decade our good friend Vuyani Wakaba interviewed Chicago bassist Chuck Webb. Since then, Chuck has been super busy. One of his main occupations has been playing bass for musical theater. He is currently playing bass for the Phillip Company US tour of Hamilton. Join me as we get caught up with Chuck and hear details about his experience …
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In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider explores the concept of "The Scales Junglegym," drawing parallels between the physical benefits of playing on a jungle gym and the musical benefits of mastering scales. Andy emphasizes that just as the jungle gym builds physical strength and flexibility, practicing scales enhances hand coordination and musi…
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Interview WIth Bassist Adam DeAscentis
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31:11Last December (2024) some of our very good friends invited us to the Smith Center here in Las Vegas to check out a band I was unfamiliar with, the Huntertones. From the moment they took the stage this six-piece band came out swinging with super high energy and one of the tightest, most entertaining collections of music I have ever heard. Driving th…
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Ep010 - Hammer-Ons and Pull-Offs
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27:07In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider walks us through hammer-ons and pull-offs, essential techniques for guitarists and bassists aiming to enhance their musical expression. These techniques are pivotal for creating fluid, expressive lines that can elevate your playing, whether you're crafting gentle ballads or shredding rock solos. Andy explai…
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Interview With Bassist Adam Nitti – His Journey
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22:22We go way back with bassist Adam Nitti. He was an early contributor to Bass Musician Magazine with his bass technique pieces. We have enjoyed his music, reviewed his albums, and noted his educational projects; we have followed his trajectory almost as long as we have been in existence. Seeing his bigger-than-life photo at the Ibanez booth during th…
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Ep009 - Fuzz, Distort and Boost - Pedal Special
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21:27In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider delves into the intricate world of distortion pedals, exploring how they can transform the sound of your guitar. Distortion pedals, including fuzz, overdrive, and boost, are essential tools for shaping the voice of your guitar, offering everything from a gritty growl to a smooth sustain. Andy explains the t…
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Interview With Bassist Jerome Rimson
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40:57Hailing from Detroit, Jerome Rimson has been laying down the low end for over 55 years. During that timeframe, he has played with some of the biggest names of our time and excelled as a producer, arranger, songwriter, and vocalist. As you might imagine, Jerome is a wealth of information as he is part of the ongoing history of our beloved electric b…
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In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider delves into the fascinating world of musical modes, comparing them to cooking flavors that add unique texture, color, emotion, and depth to music. Andy explains that modes are scales derived from the major scale, each starting on a different note, and are crucial for expressing different emotions and creati…
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Interview With Teddy and the Rough Riders Bassist/Vocalist Ryan Jennings
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15:51Nashville is one of the most iconic music scenes in the United States. Hailing from this super-active city, we have Ryan Jennings, bassist and vocalist for Teddy and the Rough Riders. The band just released their latest album “Down Home” on vinyl and CD, and is loaded with the band’s unique Country Rock flavor. Ryan also plays bass for Emily Nenni …
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In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider delves into the fascinating world of harmonics, those shimmering overtones that can add brilliance and depth to your guitar and bass playing. Whether you're familiar with harmonics or just curious, this episode offers insights into their unique qualities and how they can enhance your music. Andy explains th…
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Bassist Pops Magellan, Laying Down the Low-end for Adam Lambert
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14:25I am a big fan of Brazilian music and I remember briefly meeting bassist Pops Magellan at a NAMM show years ago and knew our conversation warranted a longer discussion. For this cover interview, I sat down with her to learn more about her musical journey, laying down the low-end for Adam Lambert, her new EP “Damage”, how she gets her sound and so m…
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Interview With Sick Puppies Bassist Emma Anzai
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10:03Emma Anzai… I am always excited to chat with bass players from around the world. Emma Anzai is a founding member and the bassist for Australia’s Sick Puppies, who have been going strong playing Rock since the late 1990s. Emma also plays bass for Evanescence. Join me as we hear about Emma’s musical journey, how she gets her sound, and her plans for …
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Interview With Skinflint Bassist Kebonye Nkloso
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15:44Kebonye Nkloso… I am always fascinated to hear about music from other parts of our planet as much has yet to reach my ears. Hailing from Botswana, Skinflint has been rocking its kind of heavy metal since 2006 with Kebonye Nkloso as the bassist and a founding member. They were inspired by many of our time’s great heavy metal bands but chose to branc…
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In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider delves into the fascinating evolution of tube amplifiers and their impact on guitar and bass tones over the decades. From the warm, rich tones of the Tweed Era in the late 1940s and 1950s, exemplified by Leo Fender's designs, to the powerful, clean sounds of the Blackface and Silverface eras, Andy explores …
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JGT Talks To The Founder Of The Atlanta Institute of Music
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57:39Steve Freeman and Bill Hart have been friends and music education collaborators for decades - they talk to JGT's Bob Bakert. Steve Freeman is the founder of the Atlanta Institute of Music and Media in September 1985 with the goal of bringing Howard Roberts style school known as GIT Guitar Institute of Technology founded in Hollywood California. Ste…
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Dave Stryker "Goes to the Movies"
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38:02Guitarist Dave Stryker Talks To JGT's Bob Bakert about his new 'movies' project. Go to jazzguitartoday.com and bassmusicianmagazine.com more interviews and lessons.Oleh With Editors Bob Bakert and Raúl Amador
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Ep005 - Practice Easy for Big Results
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18:29In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider tackles the common misconception that long, grueling practice sessions are the key to becoming a better guitarist. Instead, he emphasizes the importance of practicing smart and consistently, even if it's just for 15 minutes a day. Andy shares his personal strategies for maintaining motivation and developing…
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In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider delves into the essential art of strumming, a fundamental skill that can transform your guitar playing by adding new sounds and rhythms. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, mastering strumming is crucial for shaping a song's energy and feel. Andy discusses the basics of down and up strumming…
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In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider delves into the fascinating world of guitar and bass pickups, the crucial components that transform string vibrations into electric signals. Andy explores the three primary types of pickups: electromagnetic, piezo, and microphones, explaining their unique characteristics and how they shape the sound of your…
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In this episode of GTRNRD, Andy Schneider delves into the world of music theory, demystifying its concepts and illustrating how it can enhance your guitar playing. Music theory is not just a set of rules but a toolkit that helps musicians understand how notes, scales, and chords work together to create memorable music. Andy emphasizes that music th…
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Next Generation Of Jazz Guitar, Henry Acker
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42:06Jazz Guitar Today's Bob Bakert talks to guitarist Henry Acker. Go to jazzguitartoday.com and bassmusicianmagazine.com more interviews and lessons.Oleh With Editors Bob Bakert and Raúl Amador
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Andy Schneider, an experienced musician and author of over 100 books from Seeing Music publishing, launches his brand new podcast, "GTRNRD." Andy shares his journey from being a high school band nerd to a versatile professional musician, having performed across diverse musical hubs from Austin to New York City. As a self-taught guitarist with rich …
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Interview With Bassist Dave Perry
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32:26Lately, I have been discovering quite a few multi-instrumentalists who create their music by playing all the instruments involved. The most amazing aspect of this to me is how proficient they are and how the bass plays a significant role in their music. Dave Perry is one such talented musician, and plays all the instruments in the band “Fear of Wat…
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Henry Johnson Talks To Jazz Guitar Today
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57:38Henry Johnson quite simply is a guitarist's, guitarist. I can amplify that by saying that he is the guitarist that I have had the most requests to interview - “Hey, have you ever thought about Henry Johnson, he’s amazing”! I heard it a hundred times... I have known of Henry for a long time and admired his playing and wanted to get him in Jazz Guita…
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