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Guitar Dads

A podcast by guitar dads FOR guitar dads! This is a guitar podcast focused on all things related to guitar dadery - including our favorite guitar dad music, breaking music news, and music-related gear. It's not just a gear podcast and it's not just a music podcast!
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Episodes

Episode 63: NYC guitar scene: a letdown?; Clapton tours again!

This week, Matt's give you a full rundown on his NYC trip, we give you more bands to check out and will Clapton's upcoming tour be worth seeing? #dorothyband #dorothy #NYCGuitars #SamAshMusic #30thStreetGuitars #Chelseaguitars #guitar #guitardads #rocknfnroll #rocknroll #keeprockalive #catchyouontheflip #guitarpedals #gearybusey #gibson #fender #PRS #guitaramps #bonjovi #vinceneil #motelycrue #defleppard #fenderprincetonreverb #princetonreverb #guitarcity #gibsonguitars

May 22, 202240 min

Episode 62: Bands are lying to you; Halestorm’s new record: does it make the grade?

This week, the Dads talk about the current state of the live concert scene, give a full review of Halestorm's new album "Back from the Dead," and Matt finally cleans up his act with a new amp! #halestorm #backfromthedead #Lzzyhale #guitar #guitardads #rocknfnroll #rocknroll #keeprockalive #catchyouontheflip #guitarpedals #gearybusey #gibson #fender #PRS #guitaramps #bonjovi #vinceneil #motelycrue #defleppard #fenderprincetonreverb #princetonreverb #guitarcity #gibsonguitars...

May 16, 202243 min

Episode 61: The future of rock: Is it doomed? Has Mick Jagger lost his mind?

This weeks, the Dads discuss the somewhat dismal looking future of rock n roll, or is it? Mick Jagger opines on what HE thinks the future of rock n roll looks like, but is he finally going senile? Also - Matt is about to set sail on a clean amp journey, will he have a good voyage or end up back into the down and dirty? #mickjagger #rollingstones #MGK #machinegunkelly #guitar #guitardads #rocknfnroll #rocknroll #keeprockalive #catchyouontheflip #guitarpedals #gearybusey #gibson #fender #PRS #guit...

May 09, 202244 min

Episode 59: Is it time for Jon Bon Jovi to “say goodbye”?

On this week's episode, the Dads discuss the latest Bon Jovi concert footage that is currently burning up the internet and let's just say, it's not very good. Speaking of mediocre, Vince Neil records new music as well! #guitar #guitardads #rocknfnroll #rocknroll #keeprockalive #catchyouontheflip #guitarpedals #gearybusey #gibson #fender #PRS #guitaramps #bonjovi #vinceneil #motelycrue #defleppard

Apr 25, 202237 min

Episode 58: Spotify's new way to screw artists; Philip Carter from the 40 Watt Podcast

On this week's episode, the Dads welcome special guest Philip Carter from the 40 Watt Podcast. It's a fun discussion that touches on spotify, a new grunge super group, Kobain's guitar, new bands to listen to and much more! check out the 40 Watt Podcast here: https://40wattpodcast.com/ #guitardad #guitar #spofity #guitardadlife #rocknroll #gibson #fender #40wattpodcast #guitardadspod #guitarpedals #gearybusey #electricguitar #slash #dirtyhoney #bandstowatch #keeprockalive #catchyouontheflip...

Apr 18, 20221 hr 12 min

Episode 57: What you THOUGHT you knew about the Grammys! Should the Chili Peppers get a new singer?

On this week's episode, the Dads give a redux of the Grammys, which is devoid of any rock. Will it ever come back to the Grammy's broadcast? Spotify comes up with new ways to screw artists, but receives pushback from the US Congress! Finally, is it time for the Red Hot Chili Peppers to get a new singer? #Gibson #guitar #guitarDad #guitarlove #gearybusy #fender #rocknroll #guitarsolo #PRS #guitardad #60cyclehum #bosspedals #guitarpedals #guitarpedal #pedallove #ehx #walrusadio #vanhalen #dirtyhon...

Apr 10, 202244 min

Episode 56: Taylor Hawkins tribute; Is Wolfgang Van Halen as good as his dad? More bands to watch!

On this week's episode, the Dads give a full review of the Dirty Honey and Mammoth concert and give you a full rig rundown of what the bands were playing on stage. Did Dirty Honey deliver? Is the rock n roll gene pool strong in Wolfgang Van Halen? Listen to this week's episode! #Gibson #guitar #guitarDad #guitarlove #gearybusy #fender #rocknroll #guitarsolo #PRS #guitardad #60cyclehum #bosspedals #guitarpedals #guitarpedal #pedallove #ehx #walrusadio #vanhalen #dirtyhoney #mammothwvh #evhguitars...

Apr 03, 202240 min

Episode 55: Ryan Burke of 60 Cycle Hum joins us!; What's the BEST affordable gear?

On this week's episode, Ryan Burke from the 60 Cycle Hum podcast and you tube channel joins the guitar dads! They discuss affordable gear, the gear industry, and of course, guitar dad life! Check out 60 Cycle Hum: https://www.youtube.com/c/60cyclehumcast #Gibson #guitar #guitarDad #guitarlove #gearybusy #fender #rocknroll #guitarsolo #PRS #guitardad #60cyclehum #bosspedals #guitarpedals #guitarpedal #pedallove #ehx #walrusadio

Mar 27, 20221 hr 16 min

Episode 54: Henry James, Lead Guitarist of Robert Jon and the Wreck: The Interview

We have a VERY special episode for you guitar dads out there this week! Henry James from the awesome band, Robert Jon and the Wreck joins us for a in depth discussion about music and gear! You don't want to miss this episode! Check out Robert Jon and the Wreck here: https://robertjonandthewreck.com/ #Gibson #guitar #guitarDad #guitarlove #gearybusy #fender #rocknroll #guitarsolo #PRS #guitardad

Mar 21, 20221 hr 8 min

Episode 53: Is Slash good anymore? Live show review and new gear!

This week, the Dads give you a full review of the Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators show that they took in this past week in Boston. They also do a deep dive into Slash's guitars that made appearances at the show. As always, they also give you their take on the latest news in rock n roll. #Slash #slashesguitars #rocknroll #GNR #guitar #guitarlove #guitardadlife #guitarsrus #gearybusey #keeprockalive #guitarsarelife #rock #gibson #fender #prs

Mar 13, 202241 min

Episode 52: What ever happened to Third Eye Blind? Are amp heads better than combos?

This week, the Dads get into the time machine and tell you what ever happened to two popular late 90s pop rock bands, Third Eye Blind and Tonic. They also compare and contrast (high school essay style) amp heads and cabs and amp combos. Which is better for you as a player? #guitar #guitardads #livemusic #electricguitar #gibson #prs #paulreedsmith #fendergutiars #guitarlife #guitarpodcast #boss #bosskatana #guitarsolo #gearybusey #guitargear #marshallamps #gnr #rocknfnroll #keeprockalive #rocknro...

Mar 07, 202247 min

Episode 51: Saving local live music

On this week's episode, the Dad's ponder an issue that has been bothering them lately: is local live music on the decline? They also get into a LOT of gear talk on this episode, including Line 6's latest offering that could very well be a Katana killer. #line6 #guitar #guitardads #livemusic #electricguitar #gibson #prs #paulreedsmith #fendergutiars #guitarlife #guitarpodcast #boss #bosskatana #guitarsolo #gearybusey #guitargear #marshallamps #gnr #rocknfnroll #keeprockalive #rocknroll #rockmusic...

Feb 28, 202244 min

Episode 50: Did Slash disappoint?! New album review may surprise…

This week, the Dads give you their full, unfiltered opinions on the latest Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators Album "4." Is it one Slash's best or a total flop? The Dads also discuss the latest Guitar Dad rock news, including some surprising guitar appearances at the super bowl! Also find us on YouTube! Search Guitar Dads! #guitar #guitarist #guitaristsofinstagram #gibson #gibsonguitars #fender #fendertelecaster #fenderstratocaster #fenderjazzmaster #prs #prsguitars @officialgret...

Feb 20, 202240 min

Episode 48: Andy "The Guitar Geek" Ferris joins us!; Rock Hall nominees

On this very special episode of Guitar Dads, Andy "The Guitar Geek" Ferris of YouTube fame joins the Dads to discuss life as a guitar YouTuber and fellow Guitar Dad! The Dads also give you their takes on the recently revealed Rock n Roll Hall of Fame nominees. Who got snubbed and who should get in? Also find us on YouTube! Search Guitar Dads! #guitar #guitarist #guitaristsofinstagram #gibson #gibsonguitars #fender #fendertelecaster #fenderstratocaster #fenderjazzmaster #prs #prsguitars @official...

Feb 07, 20221 hr 9 min

Episode 46: Is Cheap Trick tricking us? Women of Rock!

On this week's episode, the Dads reveal a potential "cheap trick" that Cheap Trick guitarist, Rick Nielson, might be playing on the guitar community. The Dads also kick off their "Women of Rock" series with a feature on one of the best woman rock stars of all time. They also have big gear news this week!

Jan 23, 202245 min

Episode 45: Bands to watch in 2022 and New Year Gear!

This week, the Dads discuss some new bands that they discovered over the holidays and give you a full run down of their new gear acquisitions. Did Dave finally get a decent amp? Did Matt finally buy a PRS? Tune in to find out!

Jan 17, 202248 min

Episode 44: Facebook Marketplace: a bastion of bad and overpriced gear! Special Guest John Brunette!

Happy New Year to all of our listeners! On this first episode of 2022 the Dads have a special guest join them. John Brunette tells you what it's REALLY like to be a bassist in a working cover band and also drops some serious wisdom as a veteran of the Boston music scene! Also find us on YouTube! Search Guitar Dads! #guitar #guitarist #guitaristsofinstagram #gibson #gibsonguitars #fender #fendertelecaster #fenderstratocaster #fenderjazzmaster #prs #prsguitars @officialgretsch @voxamplification #s...

Jan 09, 20221 hr 2 min

Episode 43: The Daddys! (2021 Guitar Dad Awards)

On this final episode of 2021, the Dads award the best guitar dadery things of the year! The categories are: Best Album Best Concert (as attended by a Guitar Dad) Best Guitar Solo Best Song Best Gear Shop Best New Gear (as acquired by a Guitar Dad) Listen to hear all of the nominees and the Dads' final picks!

Dec 19, 202148 min

Episode 39: Are record labels dead?

On this week's episode, the Dads contemplate the relevance of record labels in today's streaming and social-media controlled music industry. Do artists still need to be signed to a major label to make it big? The latest rock news and the Jam Pedal's Waterfall chorus/vibrato are also discussed.

Nov 22, 202140 min

Episode 38: Travis Scott tragedy: who's to blame? Low volume practice options

On this week's episode, the Dads try to process the incredible tragedy that took place at the Astroworld concert in Houston, our thoughts go out to the families and friends of those who lost their lives. They also tackle the age-old question of low volume electric guitar practice, what's the best way? Listen to find out what the Dads recommend.

Nov 14, 202141 min
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