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“I Loved That Feeling of Trying to Improve as a Player”: Jack Johnson Dives Deep Into His Enchanting New Record, ‘Meet the Moonlight’
By Jimmy Leslie published
The oft-imitated Hawaiian with the hallmark rhythm hand talks signature style

Is NAMM History?
By Jimmy Leslie published
Find out how this year's Anaheim event gave insights to the future of acoustic gear – and of the show itself

Writing and Recording Acoustic Rock, Part 1
By Jimmy Leslie last updated
Frets Editor Jimmy Leslie shares the lessons he learned creating Spirit Hustler’s inspired recording “The Spirit of ’69.”

Jam-Jazz Cat Scott Metzger Steps Out With New Album ‘Too Close To Reason’ Armed With a Vintage Martin
By Jimmy Leslie published
This intimate solo debut highlights the unique charms of a 1955 Martin 000-18.

Martin SC-13E Special Burst Review
By Jimmy Leslie last updated
With its well-balanced tone this acoustic-electric sounds as sweet as it looks.

From Satan to Jesus, Skip James Played Through Shadow and Light on These Five Essential Tracks
By Jim Beaugez published
Mississippi Delta bluesman Robert Johnson may have sung about having a hellhound on his trail, but Skip James sounded like the one on the run.

Martin SC-13E Review
By Jimmy Leslie last updated
A revolutionary new design that updates the acoustic-electric guitar for a new generation.

Martin Unveils New 00L Earth Guitar
By Jackson Maxwell last updated
The head-turning acoustic is the first FSC-certified, plastic-free Martin.
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