Jimmy Leslie Grid List Latest articles by Jimmy Leslie GP Presents Con Brio Feat. Benjamin Andrews This Sunday, June 19, in San Francisco, CA – Win Tickets! By Jimmy Leslie published 14 June 22 Guitar Player welcomes the Bay Area’s most rockin’ soul ensemble to the epicenter of jazz in their home region, SFJAZZ. Writing and Recording Acoustic Rock, Part 2 By Jimmy Leslie published 3 June 22 How revelations with tuning, guitars and friends inspired the Spirit Hustler track “Circlin’ the Sun.” “It’s Okay to Sound Different from the Record”: Ry Cooder Reveals His Stage and Studio Secrets By Jimmy Leslie published 3 June 22 Discover the source of the authentic guitar tones heard on his new album with Taj Mahal, ‘Get On Board: The Songs of Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee.’ CloudVocal iSolo GT-10 Wireless Microphone Pickup Review By Jimmy Leslie published 2 June 22 Any and all acoustic guitars from classical to vintage become unleashed with this thrilling electronic innovation. Lava ME 3 Review By Jimmy Leslie published 2 June 22 The era of the smart acoustic-electric guitar is upon us and this progressive instrument is a game-changer. “There Was Something Special About ‘Get On Board’”: Ry Cooder Talks New Collaborative Album By Jimmy Leslie published 17 May 22 The guitarist reunites with Taj Mahal for ‘Get On Board: The Songs of Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee.’ GP Presents Andy McKee & Yasmin Williams this Thursday, May 5, in Berkeley, CA – Win Tickets! By Jimmy Leslie published 28 April 22 Guitar Player welcomes the YouTube king and the prodigious lap tapper to legendary acoustic hotspot Freight & Salvage. Gibson Generation Collection Review By Jimmy Leslie published 26 April 22 These flat-tops are a fastball down the middle, with one exceptional curve in the form of the Player Port. Jam-Jazz Cat Scott Metzger Steps Out With New Album ‘Too Close To Reason’ Armed With a Vintage Martin By Jimmy Leslie published 22 April 22 This intimate solo debut highlights the unique charms of a 1955 Martin 000-18. Writing and Recording Acoustic Rock, Part 1 By Jimmy Leslie published 21 April 22 Frets Editor Jimmy Leslie shares the lessons he learned creating Spirit Hustler’s inspired recording “The Spirit of ’69.” Flat-Top Revelations from ‘The Beatles: Get Back,’ Part 2 By Jimmy Leslie published 15 April 22 More acoustic guitar insights from the ‘Let It Be’ studio session footage. GP Presents John Scofield This Thursday, April 14, in San Francisco – Win Tickets! By Jimmy Leslie published 11 April 22 'Guitar Player' welcomes the jazz guru to the City by the Bay for an Easter Weekend run of shows at SFJAZZ starting with a solo guitar performance on Thursday. Martin SC-13E Special Burst Review By Jimmy Leslie published 6 April 22 With its well-balanced tone this acoustic-electric sounds as sweet as it looks. Jake Shimabukuro teams up with Warren Haynes, Sonny Landreth, Willie Nelson, Jack Johnson, Vince Gill, Billy Strings and others By Jimmy Leslie published 5 April 22 The uke superstar hosts an all-star line-up on his new album ‘Jake & Friends.’ Flat-Top Revelations from ‘The Beatles: Get Back’ By Jimmy Leslie published 23 March 22 Some acoustic guitar insights from the ‘Let It Be’ studio session footage. GP Presents Oz Noy this Thursday, March 24, in Oakland – Win Tickets! By Jimmy Leslie published 21 March 22 Guitar Player welcomes the fusion master to the East Bay for a Thursday night throwdown with his trio featuring Dennis Chambers and Jimmy Haslip. Taylor American Dream AD27e Flametop Review By Jimmy Leslie published 15 March 22 The "least Taylor-sounding guitar you’ve heard to date” is an unusual flat-top by any standard. “The Fire of Youth is the Fuel for Rock and Roll”: Luther Dickinson Talks Tone, Inspiration, and the Future of Roots Rock By Jimmy Leslie published 14 March 22 The North Mississippi Allstars frontman gives a tour of the band’s existential party cruise on ‘Set Sail.’ “My Music is a Reflection of My Life, Which Has Been a Little Bit All Over the Place”: Jesse Cook Talks Diverse New Album ‘Libre’ By Jimmy Leslie published 11 March 22 The nylon-string maestro finds release in electronic beats with his latest fret-burning effort. Luther Dickinson Reveals His Fingerpicking Secrets By Jimmy Leslie published 8 March 22 The North Mississippi Allstars leader explains how to get your head and hands around odd times and odd groupings. D’Addario Nexxus 360 Rechargeable Tuner Review By Jimmy Leslie published 18 February 22 This durable and conveniently rechargeable device with an über-adjustable screen saves money and waste. How To Protect Your Guitar from the Cold By Jimmy Leslie published 11 February 22 Here are some remedies and recommendations for taking care of your acoustic when winter hits. Martin DX Johnny Cash Review By Jimmy Leslie published 11 February 22 This black guitar has a rather dark, velvety voice, and its tonal demeanor is very straightforward, just like the man who inspired it. Gibson Sheryl Crow Country Western Supreme Review By Jimmy Leslie published 11 February 22 True Crow fans, Gibson lovers and acoustic aficionados of many stripes will appreciate this Supreme offering. Get Some Acoustic Guitar Recording Tips from a Nashville Studio Master By Jimmy Leslie published 11 February 22 Video Session ace Jerry McPherson delivers deep insights from guitar and microphone choices to some curious advice on string maintenance. Video 123456 The Pick Newsletter Get the latest news, reviews and product advice straight to your inbox. Contact me with news and offers from other Future brands Receive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors Thank you for signing up to The Pick. You will receive a verification email shortly. There was a problem. Please refresh the page and try again. MOST READ1Producer Ken Scott Worked With The Beatles, Jeff Beck, Bowie and Mahavishnu Orchestra. But His Favorite Guitarist? 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GP Presents Con Brio Feat. Benjamin Andrews This Sunday, June 19, in San Francisco, CA – Win Tickets! By Jimmy Leslie published 14 June 22 Guitar Player welcomes the Bay Area’s most rockin’ soul ensemble to the epicenter of jazz in their home region, SFJAZZ.
Writing and Recording Acoustic Rock, Part 2 By Jimmy Leslie published 3 June 22 How revelations with tuning, guitars and friends inspired the Spirit Hustler track “Circlin’ the Sun.”
“It’s Okay to Sound Different from the Record”: Ry Cooder Reveals His Stage and Studio Secrets By Jimmy Leslie published 3 June 22 Discover the source of the authentic guitar tones heard on his new album with Taj Mahal, ‘Get On Board: The Songs of Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee.’
CloudVocal iSolo GT-10 Wireless Microphone Pickup Review By Jimmy Leslie published 2 June 22 Any and all acoustic guitars from classical to vintage become unleashed with this thrilling electronic innovation.
Lava ME 3 Review By Jimmy Leslie published 2 June 22 The era of the smart acoustic-electric guitar is upon us and this progressive instrument is a game-changer.
“There Was Something Special About ‘Get On Board’”: Ry Cooder Talks New Collaborative Album By Jimmy Leslie published 17 May 22 The guitarist reunites with Taj Mahal for ‘Get On Board: The Songs of Sonny Terry and Brownie McGhee.’
GP Presents Andy McKee & Yasmin Williams this Thursday, May 5, in Berkeley, CA – Win Tickets! By Jimmy Leslie published 28 April 22 Guitar Player welcomes the YouTube king and the prodigious lap tapper to legendary acoustic hotspot Freight & Salvage.
Gibson Generation Collection Review By Jimmy Leslie published 26 April 22 These flat-tops are a fastball down the middle, with one exceptional curve in the form of the Player Port.
Jam-Jazz Cat Scott Metzger Steps Out With New Album ‘Too Close To Reason’ Armed With a Vintage Martin By Jimmy Leslie published 22 April 22 This intimate solo debut highlights the unique charms of a 1955 Martin 000-18.
Writing and Recording Acoustic Rock, Part 1 By Jimmy Leslie published 21 April 22 Frets Editor Jimmy Leslie shares the lessons he learned creating Spirit Hustler’s inspired recording “The Spirit of ’69.”
Flat-Top Revelations from ‘The Beatles: Get Back,’ Part 2 By Jimmy Leslie published 15 April 22 More acoustic guitar insights from the ‘Let It Be’ studio session footage.
GP Presents John Scofield This Thursday, April 14, in San Francisco – Win Tickets! By Jimmy Leslie published 11 April 22 'Guitar Player' welcomes the jazz guru to the City by the Bay for an Easter Weekend run of shows at SFJAZZ starting with a solo guitar performance on Thursday.
Martin SC-13E Special Burst Review By Jimmy Leslie published 6 April 22 With its well-balanced tone this acoustic-electric sounds as sweet as it looks.
Jake Shimabukuro teams up with Warren Haynes, Sonny Landreth, Willie Nelson, Jack Johnson, Vince Gill, Billy Strings and others By Jimmy Leslie published 5 April 22 The uke superstar hosts an all-star line-up on his new album ‘Jake & Friends.’
Flat-Top Revelations from ‘The Beatles: Get Back’ By Jimmy Leslie published 23 March 22 Some acoustic guitar insights from the ‘Let It Be’ studio session footage.
GP Presents Oz Noy this Thursday, March 24, in Oakland – Win Tickets! By Jimmy Leslie published 21 March 22 Guitar Player welcomes the fusion master to the East Bay for a Thursday night throwdown with his trio featuring Dennis Chambers and Jimmy Haslip.
Taylor American Dream AD27e Flametop Review By Jimmy Leslie published 15 March 22 The "least Taylor-sounding guitar you’ve heard to date” is an unusual flat-top by any standard.
“The Fire of Youth is the Fuel for Rock and Roll”: Luther Dickinson Talks Tone, Inspiration, and the Future of Roots Rock By Jimmy Leslie published 14 March 22 The North Mississippi Allstars frontman gives a tour of the band’s existential party cruise on ‘Set Sail.’
“My Music is a Reflection of My Life, Which Has Been a Little Bit All Over the Place”: Jesse Cook Talks Diverse New Album ‘Libre’ By Jimmy Leslie published 11 March 22 The nylon-string maestro finds release in electronic beats with his latest fret-burning effort.
Luther Dickinson Reveals His Fingerpicking Secrets By Jimmy Leslie published 8 March 22 The North Mississippi Allstars leader explains how to get your head and hands around odd times and odd groupings.
D’Addario Nexxus 360 Rechargeable Tuner Review By Jimmy Leslie published 18 February 22 This durable and conveniently rechargeable device with an über-adjustable screen saves money and waste.
How To Protect Your Guitar from the Cold By Jimmy Leslie published 11 February 22 Here are some remedies and recommendations for taking care of your acoustic when winter hits.
Martin DX Johnny Cash Review By Jimmy Leslie published 11 February 22 This black guitar has a rather dark, velvety voice, and its tonal demeanor is very straightforward, just like the man who inspired it.
Gibson Sheryl Crow Country Western Supreme Review By Jimmy Leslie published 11 February 22 True Crow fans, Gibson lovers and acoustic aficionados of many stripes will appreciate this Supreme offering.
Get Some Acoustic Guitar Recording Tips from a Nashville Studio Master By Jimmy Leslie published 11 February 22 Video Session ace Jerry McPherson delivers deep insights from guitar and microphone choices to some curious advice on string maintenance.
