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Album Reviews

Emmylou Harris and the Nash Ramblers’ ‘Ramble in Music City: The Lost Concert’ is Another Welcome Visit from a Prime Acoustic Band

emmylou harris in 2021 with acoustic guitar

The album features a recently unearthed concert recorded 7 months before 'At the Ryman,' with a completely different set list.

Blair Jackson
March 1, 2022

Interviews and Profiles

Listen to Laura Marling’s Podcast ‘Reversal of the Muse,’ with Dolly Parton, Emmylou Harris & More

Powerhouse British guitarist and singer-songwriter Laura Marling—whose meteoric rise began when she was 18 with her 2008 debut album Alas, I Cannot Swim (Virgin)—has women on her mind. “It occurred to me that in ten years of making records, I…

Karen Peterson
February 2, 2017

Album Reviews

Jaimee Harris’ ‘Boomerang Town’ Finds the Dark and Light in Emotional Journey

Jaimee Harris press photo by Brandon Aguilar

Every song on this country-leaning folk Americana album is propelled by acoustic guitar and other, mostly spare instrumentation.

Blair Jackson
July 4, 2023

Powerful Voices

Acoustic Guitar Sessions Presents Holly Miranda

The gifted singer-songwriter Holly Miranda stopped by with her Gibson L-200 Emmylou Harris model to sing two songs and chat about music.

Acoustic Guitar Editors
May 28, 2015

History and Remembrances

Remembering Robbie Robertson

Acoustic Guitar Magazine cover for the September 2011 issue featuring Robbie Robertson

Robertson passed away August 9, 2023. Republished here is the cover story for our September 2011 issue, in which the legendary guitarist opened up about the Band, collaborating with Eric Clapton, and his collection of vintage Martins.

Derk Richardson
August 15, 2023

Play Like Your Favorite Guitarists

Guitar Lesson: Exploring John Prine’s Simple but Distinctive Acoustic Approach

This lesson takes a tour of John Prine’s music by way of his guitar style, using examples drawn from some of his most-loved songs.

Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers
April 28, 2023

Practice and Musicianship

Is My Child Old Enough to Learn Guitar?

two friends pose in a music studio with their guitars

If your child (or grandchild or other kid in your life) has expressed an interest in playing guitar, you may be wondering if they’re too young to begin lessons.

Jeffrey Pepper Rodgers
December 14, 2022

Album Reviews

Abbie Gardner’s Intimate ‘DobroSinger’ is a Sparkling Revelation

The album is as pure a “solo” album as you’ll find—it’s live takes of just Gardner’s voice and an arsenal of resonator guitars.

Blair Jackson
August 30, 2022

Instrumentalists

Billy Strings Expands Beyond Bluegrass and Finds His Own Voice with ‘Renewal’

Billy Strings talks about developing his own style, gear he uses on-stage, and his "Holy Grail" guitar.

E.E. Bradman
June 6, 2022

Guides and How To, Vintage and Collectible Guitars

A Guide to Identifying Common Acoustic Guitar Shapes and Sizes

acoustic guitar body shapes (martin and gibson) from acoustic guitar magazine

The steel-string acoustic guitar appears in many different sizes and shapes. This guide gives a general understanding of the most common styles and what they may offer players.

Greg Olwell
May 19, 2022
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