A Musician’s Journey through Songs, Stories & Life
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Guitar Overdrive Pedal Shootout: BOSS Blues Driver BD-2 Review
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The 6th and final chapter of my Guitar Overdrive Pedal Shootout series. Before we start, a recap of the situation so far…… After being spoilt with fantastic overdriven amps in the past, (Marshalls, Oranges, and last but not least my Cornford Roadhouse 30 combo), I decided to simplify my setup, and instead of using the…
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Epiphone Les Paul Standard 60s Review: Worth it in 2026?
Epiphone Les Paul Standard 60s Review. Is this the best affordable Les Paul you can buy? Before we get into it, let’s look at the Epiphone Les Paul Standard 60s specs. The Les Paul™ Standard 60s models from Epiphone’s new Inspired by Gibson™ Collection recreate the sound of 1960s era Les Pauls. Featuring a classic…
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BOSS Katana 50 Guitar Amplifier Review
The BOSS Katana 50 Guitar Amplifier IS the best guitar-related purchase I’ve ever made. Why? Let me explain. Is the BOSS Katana 50 loud enough to gig with? The question that everyone’s asking. Simple answer… ABSOLUTELY!. That’s on the 50W mode, clean channel, gain just less than half, volume the same, and master maxed. In…
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Goa : A Lesson In Life – Second Edition. Out NOW!
A BIG day! Originally realised back in 2017. My debut book, Goa : A Lesson in Life receives a long-overdue edit, professional cover, long-lost images, and an extra chapter, bringing my story to a close and up to date. So, what’s it all about? Back in August 2006, I visited Goa, India. A trip that…
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Celebrating a Milestone: 500 Copies Sold of ‘Goa: A Lesson in Life’
I’m delighted to announce that my first publication, ‘Goa: A Lesson in Life’, has sold over 500 copies! This journey has been incredibly rewarding, and I’m grateful for the support and enthusiasm from all my readers. What is Goa: A Lesson in Life? It’s the reason I started blogging. It’s my first book. It’s a…
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The little things I miss about being in a band
Besides playing and practicing, I really miss all those little things that go with it…. Popping into a guitar shop whilst visiting a big city like Glasgow, Edinburgh or Leeds, browsing for pedals, pickups, amps, or that one guitar that would finally give you the ‘sound in your head’. When you’re not in a band, all…
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The Biggest Mistake New Singers Make When Performing
If you’re a new singer you either dread or love performing live. Sometimes it’s stage-fright and self-consciousness that takes over, and other times it’s exhilaration and excitement. Either way, when you’re about to hit the stage (and even the night before) your blood is coursing through your veins and your mind is on overdrive. All…
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2024: The Year I (Almost) Quit Blogging.
As always, I’m starting this blogging year on a positive note. But for many reasons, 2024 was a tough one. So what happened? Well, first of all, this happened: Google’s March Update Blog traffic took a nosedive, and I documented my woes along the way… JetPack ruins WordPress Then to add insult to injury JetPack,…
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Guitar & Recording Gear Giveaway open NOW!
I’m running a Guitar & Recording gear giveaway ending 31st January 2025, including five fantastic prizes! The prizes are: In a nutshell, all you need to do to enter is: Win a TC Helicon GO Guitar! Win a RODE Videomic ME Cardioid condenser microphone! Win a Maono Microphone Suspension Boom Arm Stand Win a Maono…
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Stage Fuel: What (and What Not) to Eat Before You Perform
You might have spent thousands of hours honing your high notes or practicing your riffs. But, if you don’t fuel yourself properly when you step on stage, it will show. Nutrition plays a surprisingly vital role in determining your energy, focus, and overall comfort during a performance. The right foods help you feel energized, while…
