Ohio State Marching Band’s Tribute to classic rock The Ohio State Marching Band paid homage to rock ‘n’ roll during the half time of the Buckeyes vs Rutgers matchup Saturday. The bit ended with a guitar being smashed à la Pete Townshend. The Who’s founding …
The Clash at Bond’s International Casino Poster A concert poster announcing a show that’s sold out is a curious thing. And hype-that-shit-up 101. These architects of puck rock knew how to create a buzz along with pushing buttons. In this case, it also left behind …
’59 Fender Bassman Ltd.
Back in 1952, Fender introduced the Percison Bass Guitar. This bass went on to become a huge success along with it’s companion amplifier the Fender Bassman. As bands were formed, electric guitarists paid little attention to the suggestion in the amplifier’s name and plugged in their 6-strings. But like all amps of the day, this tube amp couldn’t always handle the power being asked of it resulting in distortion. Beautiful roll over Beethoven distortion. A key ingredient of the rock and roll sound was found thanks to this little tweed crate. Continue reading IT WAS ORIGINALLY MADE FOR A BASS, MAN.
Pearl Export EXX Back in 1985 someone at the Coca-Cola Company decided to change the formula of one of the world’s most popular soft drinks and replace it with something called New Coke. If you look up marketing bone-headed moves, you might find a …
Ltd. Ed. Slash “Rosso Corsa” Les Paul Standard Besides single handedly keeping the top hat relevant, Slash is a shining star of the Les Paul legacy. His signature “Rosso Corsa”, modeled after Les Paul AFD, has always been a favourite. Slash himself has also …
The Cymbal Guitar Pick
At first glance, guitar picks made out of cymbals may seem a little out there, not to mention totally awesome. But the very first picks dating as far back as the Egyptian empire, that’s pre-vinyl kids, were made out of stuff like turtoise shells, ivory and bones. So suddenly this puppy sounds quite practical, although no less awesome. The Cymbal Guitar Pick by Master Artisan Guitar Picks is a one of a kind tool of the rock gods created from a brass cymbal. No word if said cymbal was ever on tour with the Stones, but feel free to add your own embellishments.