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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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The Golden Age of the Video Game Arcade: 1987
Welcome back to 1987, with this year’s long list of classic arcade games being impossible to detail in a single article. Here are some of my favourites. 1987 was a turning point for me and my fascination with the video game arcade. It had been a place of comfort for a good chunk of my…
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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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Stratocaster vs. Les Paul: Which is Better?
In the market for a Fender/Squier Stratocaster or a Gibson/Epiphone Les Paul? Which is better, or are they too different to compare? For years I’ve either owned a Fender/Squier Stratocaster or a Gibson/Epiphone Les Paul. When I’ve owned a Strat, I’ve always wanted a Les Paul, and vice versa, but now for the first time…
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How Musicians Can Inject Excitement Into Their Travels
As a musician, you may see your passion for music and travel as separate entities, concentrating on one of these great loves at a time. You might even see the opportunity to go on vacation as an escape from the pressures and demands of the music industry. However, travel is intrinsically linked to the life…
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Growing Evidence That Music Increases Intelligence
Evidence suggests that listening to music involves the entire brain, activating each and every section. This means that your whole brain is getting a workout and neural pathways become strengthened. Musicians will also understand the brainpower required to play an instrument and may not be surprised to learn that music can boost cognitive performance. A growing…
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Guitar Acquisition Syndrome (GAS)
Logic never really plays a part when it comes to the passionate, emotional world of the Guitar Acquisition Syndrome (GAS). In the run up to some forthcoming gigs, I really thought I had my gear sorted this time. My favourite guitar, the Epiphone ES-335 PRO, giving me some massive semi-acoustic tones + an extra coil-tap…
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Four Essential Tips for Musicians To Stay Healthy While Traveling
Traveling as a musician can be an exhilarating experience, filled with new places, faces, and performances. Staying healthy while on the road is crucial for your well-being, performance, and overall career longevity. When you prioritize your health, you ensure that you’re always ready to give your best on stage. By incorporating simple yet effective habits…
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The Old Music Industry, Murder By Internet
Years and years ago, bands and songwriters went through more or less the same processes of evolution from start to liftoff. You and your buddies would start a group, jam in the garage, maybe write a few great songs while learning some cover tunes. If you were like Lynyrd Skynyrd, all of you would rehearse…
