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Love it or hate it, the paint-swirl effect (often seen displayed on an Ibanez Jem) will catch your eye and ultimately cause you to blurt an opinion of sorts.
If you’re a fan of paint swirling and fancy trying it yourself, I thoroughly recommend drawing upon the experience of DIY guitar paint-swirler-extraordinaire, Tony Gayter (TheSwirling.com).
The latest Guitar Jar Mystery Shopper finds us at Hickies Music Store, Reading.
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The latest “15 questions” feature is with guitarist Simon Miller.
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The latest “15 questions” feature is with guitarist Jimmy Bradshaw and Tyler Hains.
Jimmy and Tyler are lead guitarists from Dorset based classic/ hard rock band, Western Sand. Guitar Jar catches up with Jimmy and Tyler to quiz them on their guitar equipment, gigging across the local circuit and plans their band has for the future.
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The latest “15 questions” feature is with guitarist Joe Matera.
Australian guitarist Joe Matera is no slouch on the fretboard. With a new EP and an ever growing international reputation, Guitar Jar catches up with Joe and quizzes him on his technique, guitar equipment and goals for the next 12 months.
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“Thought and Memory” is the latest EP offering from Jersey based singer/songwriter Rick Jones.
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The latest “15 questions” feature is with guitarist Stuart Dixon.
Stuart Dixon is a successful blues guitarist who’s toured worldwide with acts including Geno Washington, Marcus Malone, and Never The Bride. Stuart shares his passion of guitar playing with record production and arrangement and is currently working closely with soul singer/song writer, Dani Wilde.
Guitar Jar catches up with Stuart to quiz him on his guitar equipment, love of record production and any plans he has for the future.
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This article was submitted by Guitar Jar contributor: Caroline Bell
Is there an art to listening? Guest writer Caroline Bell takes us through her personal experience of listening to music, referring to Laura Marling’s critically acclaimed folk album, I Speak Because I Can.
Tips from Martin Guitar Co. about how to properly store and humidify your guitar.
The latest “15 questions” feature is with guitarist Steve Hackett.
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Last night I visited Bournemouth Folk Club for the first time and I was absolutely blown away.
Daniel Steinhardt is a bit of a legend. At Guitar Jar, we’re huge admirers of his work; not only of his excellent products, but also for his all round knowledge of guitar effects.
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Coventry based Rob Halligan is an award winning international singer/songwriter. Guitar Jar catches him in Wimborne, Dorset, UK.
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In a recent feature from USA guitarist Chris Manning, he emphasised the importance of overdrive pedal ordering and placement. My question is; “Why?”.
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