Sunny War’s “No Reason” Is Built from a Cool and Distinctive Riff
It has a non-Western vibe, but at the same time connects to the Travis picking tradition
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After More Than 40 Albums, John McCutcheon Is Still in Love with His Instruments
As you might expect from such a narrative songwriter, each of his guitars has a bit of a story behind it.
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The Elijah McLaughlin Ensemble Weaves a Rich Sonic Tapestry on its Second Album
A testimonial to the power of first takes, in-studio improvisation, and the post-pandemic persistence of nature and art.
Ask the Expert: Sound Advice for Making a Living in Lutherie
Thinking about a career in guitar making or repair? Here are some resources to help get you started off on the right foot.
2022: The Year in Gear
Despite uncertain times, makers unveil guitars, guitars, and more guitars. There have been many new gear releases in the past 12 months - in this story, we explore the year's highlights and trends.
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Mississippi John Hurt’s Influence on the 1960s Folk Scene and Beyond
In the folk music boom in New York in the 1960s, the music of guitarist Mississippi John Hurt was a huge influence on players like Happy Traum, John Sebastian, and others.
Ask the Expert: All About Celluloid Rot—and What to Do About It
Celluloid rot, the degrading of the plastic used for the binding on vintage guitars, is a common occurrence. Here we take a look at why this deterioration happens.
Alternate Tunings Master Glenn Jones Returns With ‘Vade Mecum,’ a Very Personal Musical Diary
Glenn Jones doesn’t see open tunings as an alternate to standard, but rather as the core to his approach to playing and composing on guitar, including on his album ‘Vade Mecum.‘
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Classical Guitar Builder Joshia de Jonge on Experimentation and a Life of Lutherie
Classical guitar builder Joshia de Jonge talks about experimenting in her own shop after years of working alongside her father & other facets of a life of lutherie.
How to Shop for a Used Guitar
Even with a repair or two to consider, you still stand to get more for your money when shopping used or vintage. And of course, you can’t reproduce the mojo of a cool old guitar.