By Todd Beebe Rickey Medlocke is a true artist for the people. As an original member of Lynyrd Skynyrd and a founding member of Blackfoot, Medlocke has deep history in two iconic bands. I recently spoke with Rickey, just days before he was set to head off to Sao Paulo Brazil where Lynyrd Skynyrd kicks off a tour that will see them back on the road throughout 2026. We spoke about how incredible the Brazilian audiences are and how great it is to see the music touch fans worldwi

When it comes to living legends in the music business, you'd be hard-pressed to find a more qualified candidate than Randy Bachman. Starting with The Guess Who, Bachman and the band found huge success with a string of singles released in the 1960's.

by Todd Beebe Guitarist Frank Hannon has maintained a steady and strong career since the mid-1980s. As co-founder and lead guitarist of the band Tesla, Hannon has seen all of the ups and downs of the music business. Tesla has kept a loyal following for 40 years now, with their unique brand of wide-ranging hard rock. Frank has released solo albums through the years that showcase his incredible diversity. While they have all been outstanding, none run as deep as his 2025 releas

By Todd Beebe Songwriting is an interesting art. Some people have a little knack for it, some people are great at it, and some long to be like Jimmy Webb. Jimmy seems to birth the tunes simply by being alive. He is one of the greatest songwriters of all time, and without a doubt, a walking inspiration. Jimmy Webb is best known for his numerous platinum-selling songs including "Up, Up and Away," "By the Time I Get to Phoenix," "Wichita Lineman," "Galveston," "The Worst That Co

Rendal Wall is a music man of the people. He started working at Gibson Guitar in 1960. During his 22 years with the company he designed priceless tools to help musicians create and perform their best.

Warren Haynes is a true modern day music legend. From his humble beginnings with country artist, David Allan Coe, Warren went on to play in The Dickey Betts Band. When the Allman Brothers Band reformed to celebrate their 20th anniversary in 1989, Betts asked Haynes to join him in the Allmans as the second guitar player. Warren recently released his solo album Million Voices Whisperwhich may be his finest work to date.

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In 1973 the Allman Brothers Band were no strangers to making great music. Their 1969 self-titled debut album showed the world what a blues -

In the world of blues harmonica players one name rightfully finds its way to the top of any list: Charlie Musselwhite.

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The May 2016 cover of Guitar World magazine features the man himself shoulder-to-shoulder with heavy metal icon Zakk Wylde. Both men...

Originally Posted in 2015 The Allman Brothers Band played their final shows in 2014, ending a 45 year run that most bands could only...

The 1969 self-titled album from Johnny Winter blew through the music world like a Texas tornado. Mixing blazing guitar with amazing...

The great Muddy Waters once said “The blues had a baby and they named it Rock and Roll!” No doubt when Rock and Roll first hit the scene...