On this Steve Kimock Interview, Steve opens up about moving back and forth from PA to Northern California, playing with Jerry Garcia, Jorma Kaukonen & The Allman Brothers... personal challenges including the loss of his father, a devastating injury to his strumming hand, learning to be a better father, Ali Akbar College of Music..., and how he went from being a happy guy who’s grumpy all the time, to being "a happy guy." Really cool and honest convo: Discover Where the Money’s Hiding in the ...
May 31, 2023•2 hr 22 min
On this Brent Mason Interview: Brent shares the story behind his move to Nashville, and the alternative misery he would face if he didn’t move... working with Chet Atkins, Vince Gill, Willie Nelson, Brad Paisley, Glen Campbell, Nancy Sinatra… his favorite music to play, 5 things responsible for his success as a studio musician, strangest (and funniest) sessions he’s been on, sacrifices he made to succeed, toughest decision he’s had to make, overcoming shyness. VERY COOL convo w one of the most r...
May 24, 2023•2 hr 30 min
On this Bob Corritore interview: Years and years of honing his craft and serving the blues, releasing his first solo LP at age 46, the incredible relationships he forged with blues legends like Louisiana Red, John Primer, Jimmy Rogers, Koko Taylor and others… Being willing to try new things (production, club ownership, band leader) and how this created new music and business opportunities, quitting drinking at age 24, his Top 3 music experiences, moving in a more positive direction, the best dec...
May 21, 2023•1 hr 37 min
David Grier Interview: 3-time IBMA Guitar Player of The Year, David talks about playing with Clarence and Roland White, why he left Rounder Records... why, after all these years, he finally started singing on his latest album, what picks him up during bad times, and more: Cool Guitar & Music T-Shirts, ELG Merch!: http://www.GuitarMerch.com 3-time International Bluegrass Music Association Guitar Player of The Year award winner, David has been playing bluegrass since he was a kid. First, with ...
May 17, 2023•1 hr 39 min
Leigh Heggarty Interview: First fascinated by hard rock, glam and then punk… Leigh talks about how he got into playing, seeing Rory Gallagher live, how he overcame shyness and insecurity… taking care of his mother who had ailing health issues, for quite some time. Becoming the guitar player of one of the bands he used to see in concert, as a kid… integrity and what it really means, positive and negative influences that helped him, righteous indignation and loads more cool stuff. Really honest an...
May 10, 2023•2 hr 51 min
On this Chris Duarte interview: Sobriety and surviving 3 divorces… how accidentally playing as a trio changed his career and his life, Being named one of the top 3 guitar players in Texas & how this changed the game for him, backstory to some of his greatest songs… Why “You gotta will those sounds out,” John Coltrane, “Never say die,” Best decision he ever made, and why he has nothing to prove to anyone, any more. Great, sincere convo! Cool Guitar, Music & ELG T-Shirts!: http://www.Guita...
May 07, 2023•1 hr 24 min
On this Reggie Hamilton Interview: This guy is the ULTIMATE in cool, and has tons of great stories. Studying with Kim Clarke, living on his own at age 12, making great money gigging 6 nights a week as a teenager, why he moved to LA... working with Seal, Queen Latifah, Stanley Clarke, Bette Midler, Freddy Hubbard… absolute LOUDEST guitarist he’s ever heard (you’ll never guess who), dark days he managed to get through, a beautiful philosophy by John Coltrane, East Elmhurst, a Michael Jackson night...
May 03, 2023•2 hr 45 min
On this Ron “Bumblefoot” Thal Interview, Ron opens up about his intense work ethic, his passion for learning and doing, not knowing the word “can’t,” the backstory to some of his favorite songs, favorite guitars, favorite places in the world (NOT what you’re thinking), and why learning the word “No” has had such a profound influence on him and changed his life, loads more. BRILLIANT musician, this is really cool Cool Guitar & Music T-Shirts, ELG Merch!: http://www.GuitarMerch.com For over 25...
Apr 26, 2023•2 hr 11 min
On this Peter Woods interview: The last minute inclusion of Never Say Never and how this charting single almost didn’t get made… Why Romeo Void broke up, Peter’s top 3 musical experiences… going to law school, becoming a lawyer and then changing everything by moving to Japan. The upside and downside to living in Japan… WORST gig ever (you’d be shocked who they opened for), opening for U2 and having a blast with The Edge… being open to changing your course, and much more. Fun and relaxed convo! C...
Apr 23, 2023•2 hr 2 min
On this Artur Menezes Interview: Brazilian born Artur Menezes is one of the most talented up-and-coming blues players on the scene. Interviewed a week before he was set to play Eric Clapton’s Crossroads Festival in Dallas, Artur talks about: Moving from his hometown of Fortaleza to Sao Paolo… and then moving to the states & the challenges in learning a new language and adapting to a new culture Where his work ethic and pride of ownership came from, burgers, his TedX speech on following your ...
Apr 19, 2023•1 hr 27 min
On this Willie J Laws Jr interview: Growing up in Taft, TX (population 3,000!), hanging out in his grandfather’s beer joint, a terrible act of racism he was exposed to in 6th grade, joining the Navy, Moving out to California and getting caught up in the CRACK Epidemic, backstories to his top songs, career and personal highs and lows, most important life lessons he’s learned & more: Cool Guitar, Music & ELG T-Shirts!: http://www.GuitarMerch.com Originally from Texas and currently living i...
Apr 16, 2023•1 hr 38 min
On this Greg Loiacono Interview: Founding member of The Mother Hips, Greg talks about the chemistry of the band and how they’ve managed to work together this long, the band’s 2003 hiatus and how he responded, getting sober and paying it forward, early mistakes made with The Hips first record label, responding instead of reacting, toughest decision he’s had to make, and more. Very open and cool convo Cool Guitar & Music T-Shirts, ELG Merch!: http://www.GuitarMerch.com Subscribe & Website:...
Apr 12, 2023•1 hr 38 min
On this Hershel Yatovitz Interview: Getting the gig with Chris Isaak and how it almost didn’t happen, GREAT conversation about getting sober and some really amazing advice about asking for help, experiences playing with Joe Walsh, Stan Getz, Dizzy Gillespie, Warren Haynes, Bonnie Raitt… growing up in Palo Alto and moving to Portland, Charlie Hunter, Wicked Game, kindness and more. Really sincere convo: Cool Guitar & Music T-Shirts, ELG Merch!: http://www.GuitarMerch.com Hershel’s been Chris ...
Apr 04, 2023•1 hr 48 min
On this SugaRay Rayford interview: His challenging childhood and how Big Momma turned things around for him and his brothers… an amazing story about his unlikely journey to becoming an artist, working the casino “chitlin’ circuit”... Releasing his first LP - at age 41! What happened when he realized “I was the best me that I could be”... VERY cool backstory to some of his songs, including sharing his PTSD from when he served in Desert Storm… the PAIN of America losing its ability to be Civil, wh...
Apr 01, 2023•1 hr 54 min
Frank Marino Interview: Frank’s early experimentation with LSD led him to picking up the guitar and becoming a guitar hero, but it wasn’t without a price. One of the most often overlooked guitar players out there, who’s anti-establishment mindset caused industry experts to turn, this was an amazing conversation where we discussed everything, including: Cool Guitar & Music T-Shirts!: http://www.GuitarMerch.com Why he walked away from $250,000 and his contract with Columbia Records... details ...
Mar 28, 2023•2 hr 46 min
On this Nick DiSalvo Interview: Lead guitarist, songwriter, vocalist and founding member of Elder, one of the best psychedelic blues rock bands out there. Nick talks about moving all over the states as a kid - and then all over the world later on, as an adult, and how this impacted his life. Following his heart and not worrying about what others want you to do is the best thing, and how he came to this decision, finding love on tour, his cool guitars and amps, finding meaning and purpose in your...
Mar 21, 2023•1 hr 39 min
On this Andy Powell interview: Tracing a lifetime of musical success to ONE bold move he made, early on in his career (with Richie Blackmore)… Tons of stories: opening up for The Who for his first gig (age 14), Deep Purple… working with Tom Dowd, Miles Copeland, Martin Birch & Bill Szymczyk… smoking hash in Marrakesh… Seeing Clapton, Hendrix, Cream, Fairport Convention, Peter Green, John Mayall (w/ Mick Taylor) in concert… the deliberate decision to come up with the twin lead guitar sound. H...
Mar 18, 2023•1 hr 47 min
On this Chris Spedding Interview: Chris on opening for The Rolling Stones at Hyde Park (Mick Taylor’s first concert), recording with Jack Bruce, Elton John, Paul McCartney, Nick Mason, The Sex Pistols, Tom Waits… the musical and cultural transition between the 50s & 60’s in England, moving to NYC from England, more. LOADS of cool stories here: Cool Guitar, Music & ELG T-Shirts!: http://www.GuitarMerch.com A lifelong session player, Chris also had a Top 20 solo hit and finished 2nd to Joh...
Mar 14, 2023•2 hr 2 min
On this Daryl Stuermer Interview: Daryl talks about how he got his first big break (with Jean Luc Ponty), the series of random events that led him to working with George Duke and ultimately Genesis. Playing for 500,000 people in Italy, top 3 musical experiences, dealing with his wife’s cancer diagnosis, his signature guitar, work ethic, Prague, his grandfather’s dairy farm. VERY warm and sincere guy, great convo: Cool Guitar & Music T-Shirts!: http://www.GuitarMerch.com Daryl Stuermer Interv...
Mar 07, 2023•2 hr 10 min
On this Alex Garcia interview: Growing up in Caracas and the sacrifices he made to have a successful career in music… becoming successful without the support of his parents, moving to Miami at age 22 and starting all over - twice!... Cool stories about working with Julio Iglesias Sr., Lou Gramm, Bad Bunny… getting involved in Music Licensing, why he’s willing to be wrong, most EMBARRASSING thing that happened to him - on LIVE TV!... BEST DECISION he ever made, cooking, dealing with imposter synd...
Mar 04, 2023•1 hr 45 min
On this Chris Masterson Interview: Some great stories about moving to LA, getting sober and what 20 years in recovery has given him, what it’s like working with his wife pretty much 24/7… how he got hooked up with Steve Earle, Shooter Jennings, and counting off for Levon Helm… meeting Johnny Winter & seeing Neil Young from side of the stage, biggest changes in his life over last 10 years, more Cool Guitar & Music T-Shirts, ELG Merch!: http://www.GuitarMerch.com Currently touring for the ...
Feb 28, 2023•2 hr 8 min
On this Robert Jon Burrison interview: His 2 Worst Gigs Ever!... How the band’s early commitment to becoming road dogs, and their DIY work ethic, paid off… becoming a father and a husband in the same year… why “slow and steady” wins the race… Robert’s favorite guitars, backstory to some of the band’s greatest hits… being there for friends and family and why this counts… good beer, what Yosemite National Park & New York City have in common, and more Very cool convo! Cool Guitar, Music & E...
Feb 25, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Billy Morrison Interview: Great stories about Billy getting sober and what prompted him to get clean in the first place, why he moved to LA from London (NOT what you’re thinking), working with Ozzy, growing up with Billy Duffy, God shaped holes, why his work ethic is so strong, things he’s done that have been out of his comfort zone (BEST answer to this question ever!), kindness, Sex Pistols, his moral compass, cleaning the house, and why he always wears a nice watch. SUPER cool conversation: Co...
Feb 21, 2023•1 hr 15 min
On this Jeff Berlin interview: his early childhood trauma and how it impacted him, “falling apart” from years of emotional pain and his subsequent recovery… his awkward first meeting with Eddie Van Halen, early lessons learned playing jingles in NYC after Berklee… great story how he hooked up with Bill Bruford and the doors that opened up for him as a result, his Top 3 Musical experiences (VERY cool), funniest things that happened to him in the studio and on stage, backstories to some of the tra...
Feb 18, 2023•1 hr 56 min
On this Earl Slick Interview: VERY deep convo, Earl talks about the philosophy behind his success as a side man, and how he developed this... Michael Kamen and how he mentored Earl, how he hooked up with Bowie and John Lennon… working with David Coverdale, Tim Curry, Ian Hunter, Robert Smith, Keith Richards, Buddy Guy… working in England and why he enjoys it so much, top 3 musical experiences, dealing with the loss of his mom and other low points, getting out of the music business for 4 years an...
Feb 14, 2023•2 hr 4 min
On this Eric Bazilian Interview: Playing Live Aid, Amnesty International, and in front of over 300,000 people in Berlin, for The Wall… detailed info about writing his biggest hits, stories about playing with Cyndi Lauper, The Band, Mick Jagger, Scorpions, Joan Osborne… his vintage Gibsons, most important thing he learned about himself, biggest changes and much more. HUGELY underrated guitar player and full of energy! Cool Guitar & Music T-Shirts, ELG Merch!: http://www.GuitarMerch.com Eric i...
Feb 07, 2023•1 hr 58 min
On this Tommy Castro interview: The TWO BEST DECISIONS he ever made, moving up to San Francisco and starting his solo career after honing his craft in a couple of popular regional bands… Tommy’s journey through recovery and staying sober for 19 years… Backstory to some of Tommy’s best songs, recording techniques, guitars… his TOP 3 Musical Experiences, favorite song he wrote, loads of cool stories just a lovely, down to earth guy who’s enjoying his life right now, A MUST LISTEN Cool Guitar, Musi...
Feb 04, 2023•1 hr 47 min
On this Joe Hoare Interview: founding member & Orange Goblin guitarist shares stories on how the band started, secret to their longevity, guitar influences you might not expect, a history of some of the band’s best songs, Joe’s favorite Orange Goblin songs, fan favorites, guitars, getting married, family, waffles and more. Very cool convo: Cool Guitar & Music T-Shirts, ELG Merch!: http://www.GuitarMerch.com Subscribe & Website: https://www.everyonelovesguitar.com/subscribe Support th...
Jan 31, 2023•1 hr 25 min
John “Segs” Jennings Interview: Founding member of seminal UK punk-dub band, The Ruts opens up about the huge influence his sister had on his music career, his best childhood memory, dealing with the loss of his dad, getting closure on (and permission from) losing his two bandmates and close friends, fighting at The Peppermint Lounge, the Universe and Love… Cool Guitar, Music & ELG T-Shirts!: http://www.GuitarMerch.com How The Ruts got started mixing ska w punk & rock, hooking up with Jo...
Jan 24, 2023•1 hr 59 min
On this Von Kopfman interview: Von shares the REST of THE STORY about what happened after he came on Everyone Loves Guitar. In hopes of helping others heal from a similar trauma, Von shared something quite heavy - an experience he had at 10 years old, when he was sexually molested by a neighbor. What happened next, was totally unexpected: He received over 500 emails from people around the world - sadly, 400 of them had had similar experiences. He also received an email from someone who told him ...
Jan 21, 2023•40 min
