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Guitar Overdrive Pedal Shootout: BOSS Blues Driver BD-2 Review
Featured, Guitar, Guitar Gear Reviews, Guitar Overdrive Pedal Shootout, Guitar Pedal and Multi-FX Reviews
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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Are more expensive guitars worth the money?
How does the law of diminishing returns manifest itself in the world of guitars? Quite frequently and severely! Let’s explore in detail… What is the law of diminishing returns? In guitar terms, this means the more money you spend on a guitar, the less benefit you get, on a diminishing scale. Take an easy example:…
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Are you a musician that wants to grow on YouTube?
Growing a solid fanbase is not easy. Posting your music on various social media sites will not instantly give you the rewards that you deserve. With the right tips, tricks and strategies you can maximize the results and build up a solid fanbase. You can also generate more income, if that is part of your…
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Daily Habits to Improve Your Musicality
As a musician, a lot of your creativity probably comes naturally. But, being a successful musician is about more than letting your imagination drive you. It’s about actually honing your craft and being the best you can be. That’s why the saying “practice makes perfect” has stood the test of time. Most musicians agree that…
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Harson Robkus – Premiering Live on YouTube TOMORROW!
Here we go folks! What could very well be the world’s first ever live acoustic gig of original songs dedicated to the canny toon o’ North Shields (our home town) will be premiering on YouTube at 9pm tomorrow, Friday, 30th July 2021 !!! Live from the allotment shed! We want to make it as interactive…
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Live recording is the new gigging
I’ve already expressed why I haven’t missed gigging. In fact, I’ve since discovered the new medium of live recording, which has the potential of reaching a much larger audience, as well as providing that intimate, immediate buzz of the live stage. This week, Harson Robkus are premiering our first live recording. An acoustic mini-gig of…
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Getting Connected within the Music Industry
The necessary social distancing and safety protocols associated with the COVID-19 pandemic were a major blow to the music industry, with many artists unable to make money due to the lack of touring. Now that vaccines are making the rounds, musicians are again able to get out into the world, share their music, and advance…
