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Jimmy Leslie performing with Spirit Hustler

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.”

Bonnie Raitt performs onstage during the 62nd Annual GRAMMY Awards at STAPLES Center on January 26, 2020 in Los Angeles, California.

Watch Bonnie Raitt’s Emotive “Livin’ For the Ones” Lyric Video from Her Forthcoming Album ‘Just Like That…’

By Rod Brakes published

Video Set for release this Friday, the legendary singer-songwriter says, “People need to hear this music.”

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Bob Mould performs the entire album 'Copper Blue' of his former band Sugar, released in 1992, on stage at Shepherds Bush Empire on June 1, 2012 in London, United Kingdom.

Alt-Rock Pioneer Bob Mould Names His Top Five Career-Defining Tracks

By Joe Bosso published

The guitarist takes a look back at some of his most significant Hüsker Dü, Sugar and solo numbers.

Lego

How to Finish a Song After Inspiration Strikes

By Jeff Jacobson published

An alternative approach for creating those elusive intro and bridge sections.

Chris Cornell performs live on stage during his acoustic 'Songbook' tour, at London Palladium on June 18, 2012 in London, United Kingdom

Watch Chris Cornell’s Heart-Wrenching Solo Acoustic Performance of “Black Hole Sun”

By Rod Brakes published

Video This stripped-back rendition of Soundgarden’s greatest hit is testament to great songwriting.

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Juliana Hatfield, 2019

“What Drives Anyone Who Has Obsessive-Compulsive Leanings?” Juliana Hatfield Talks Creativity and Songwriting

By Jim Beaugez published

The alt-rock songstress reveals the inspiration behind her many albums and collaborations.

Paul Simon and Dick Cavett on 'The Dick Cavett Show' April 9, 1969.

Watch Paul Simon Demonstrate How to Write a Number One Hit Record

By Rod Brakes published

Video The legendary singer-songwriter deconstructs “Bridge Over Troubled Water.”

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Lindsay Ell performing at the Troubadour on December 07, 2019 in West Hollywood, California

No One Works Harder to Keep Guitar in the Nashville Sound than Lindsay Ell.

By Jim Beaugez published

The Canadian country star talks Strats and touring with A-listers.

Guild A-20 Marley

Bob Marley’s Favorite Songwriting Guitar Gets Reworked by Guild

By Rod Brakes last updated

The A-20 Marley is a modern recreation of the Jamaican legend’s inexpensive Madeira acoustic.

Dylan LeBlanc

“Guitar should be utilized for making a song really interesting”: Dylan LeBlanc Talks Songwriting and Gear

By Jim Beaugez published

The Louisianan maestro reveals the inspiration and the axes behind his latest long-player.

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