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Jack Johnson
“I Loved That Feeling of Trying to Improve as a Player”: Jack Johnson Dives Deep Into His Enchanting New Record, ‘Meet the Moonlight’ The oft-imitated Hawaiian with the hallmark rhythm hand talks signature style
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…’ Set for release this Friday, the legendary singer-songwriter says, “People need to hear this music.”
Emily Kokal performs with Warpaint in San Francisco, 2017
“I Like to Feel the Least Amount of Resistance When it Comes to Writing Music”: Emily Kokal Talks Songwriting and Early Inspirations Cop some handy tips from the Warpaint maestro and watch the band’s new “Champion” music video.

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Emily Kokal performs with Warpaint in San Francisco, 2017

“I Like to Feel the Least Amount of Resistance When it Comes to Writing Music”: Emily Kokal Talks Songwriting and Early Inspirations

By Rod Brakes published 9 February 22

Video Cop some handy tips from the Warpaint maestro and watch the band’s new “Champion” music video.

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Andrew Watt, 2019

“Collaboration is Key to Evolution”: Star Producer Andrew Watt Reveals His Top Five Career-Defining Records

By Richard Bienstock published 8 February 22

The master collaborator picks the tracks that have defined his role as guitarist and producer to stars old and new.

Lego

How to Finish a Song After Inspiration Strikes

By Jeff Jacobson published 13 January 22

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

Juliana Hatfield, 2019

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

By Jim Beaugez published 21 October 21

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

Guild A-20 Marley

Bob Marley’s Favorite Songwriting Guitar Gets Reworked by Guild

By Rod Brakes last updated 7 October 21

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

Billy Gibbons and Dusty Hill, 2012

How to Write a Hard Rock Classic in Five Minutes: Billy Gibbons Tells the Incredible Story of ZZ Top’s “Tush”

By Rod Brakes, Richard Bienstock published 5 October 21

This 12-bar blues banger was recorded using the Pearly Gates Les Paul and a Marshall Super Lead… But what’s a Cooper Time Cube?!

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