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Gibson announces the addition of Mesa/Boogie to its stable
Gibson, the iconic American instrument brand, ads Mesa/Boogie guitar amplification to their family of brands.
Force Majeur in artist contracts
Our legal expert explains the legal term "force majeur"and how it can apply to artist contracts
Guitar setup for recording – a lesson learned
If you consider becoming a session guitarist then you need to get your guitars set up properly
Remote recording in the Karoo
Tracking and arranging a full album in 5 days in a farmhouse in the Karoo
Tony Iommi “Monkey” 1964 SG Special Replica
Gibson releases an exact replica of Tony Iommi's 1964 "Monkey" SG
Gibson reveals new product line-up for 2020
Gibson reveals new offerings from their standard and Custom Shop lineups
License agreement contracts
Our legal expert analyses a real-life license agreement contract and highlight all the typical problem areas that artists should be aware of.
Long live Madam Sousatzka (my Les Paul Deluxe)
Our columnist reminisces over the bumpy but ultimately successful journey with his Gibson Les Paul Deluxe
Lowden 45 year guitars
Lowden goes back to its roots to celebrate 45 years of guitar making excellence.
Gibson Sheryl Crow Country Western Supreme
Gibson has teamed with nine-time GRAMMY Award-winner Sheryl Crow to present the new Sheryl Crow Country Western Supreme acoustic guitar.
Gibson announces the SLASH 1966 EDS-1275 Doubleneck
New meticulous recreation of SLASH's original guitar, constructed and aged by the Gibson Custom Shop.
Trade Marking Your Stage Name Part 3 – Apply for a Trade Mark
Our legal expert explains how to apply for a trade mark online. Follow these easy steps to trade mark your stage name.
The Pros and Cons of being a Weekend Warrior
Our columnist lists some of the Pros and Cons of being a Weekend Warrior - a few might surprise you.
Trade Marking Your Stage Name Part 2 – Search for Trade Marks
Once you decided to trade mark your stage name, the next step is to determine whether your intended trade mark is still available.
Women might just save the electric guitar
According to market research released by Fender 50% of all beginner guitar players in USA and UK are female. With the music industry in decline, will women save the electric guitar?
Digital and analogue recordings
Our columnist ponders whether it has to be either digital or analogue when it comes to recording. Why can't it be both?
Roland Women in Music
Aligning the power of Roland with the power of celebrating women for national woman's month.
On the mic with Fruit Vendor
Interview with Josh Prinsloo, front-man and leader of the Fruit Vendor Band. Eclectic afro pop from Cape Town.
Crowdfunding for musicians – How to run a successful campaign
Have you ever considered crowdfunding? Here is a real life example of how you can run a successful campaign.
Awesome amps – Carr Rambler
Video demo of the Carr Rambler. Huge headroom and an awesome pedal platform.
