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The Gibson ES-355 was the Cadillac of Classic Thinline Semis By Rod Brakes published 22 March 22 This rare ES-355TD-SV from 1967 features a Polaris White custom color finish.
“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.’
Watch Johnny Winter’s Rowdy Rendition of the Rolling Stones' “Jumpin’ Jack Flash” By Rod Brakes published 23 February 22 Video Check out the bluesman’s jaw-dropping chops and hear the difference between Gibson Firebird pickups and regular humbuckers.
