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Pre-War Powerhouse: The Story of the Legendary 1938 Gibson Advanced Jumbo
Pure Effect Music is delighted to make available for sale this 1938 Gibson Advanced Jumbo , one of the most revered acoustic guitars ever...

Paul Fitzgerald
2 days ago


The Guitar That Shaped Country Music: Martin’s Jimmie Rodgers 000-45JR
A pristine 1997 Martin 000-45JR “Jimmie Rodgers” will be released October 2025 from The Collection in mint condition —arguably one of...

Paul Fitzgerald
Sep 4


David Gilmour Announces New Live Album and Concert Film 2025 – The Luck and Strange & Circus Maximus
Few artists can transform a live performance into a spiritual experience. In 2024, David Gilmour reminded the world why his voice and...

Paul Fitzgerald
Sep 1


Led Zeppelin Marks 50 Years of Physical Graffiti with New EP and Deluxe Album Release
Few albums have left as deep an imprint on rock history as Led Zeppelin’s Physical Graffiti . Originally released on February 24, 1975,...

Paul Fitzgerald
Aug 31


The Beatles Anthology Collection 2025: A Definitive Look at the Limited Edition Vinyl & CD Box Sets
Introduction In 2025, The Beatles Anthology makes a triumphant return with a stunning reissue across multiple formats. At the heart of...

Paul Fitzgerald
Aug 29


Big News: Layaway Is Here for Our Rare and Vintage High-End Guitars!
We know the feeling — you find the guitar. The one you’ve been dreaming about for years. The sound, the story, the craftsmanship… it’s...

Paul Fitzgerald
Aug 23


Brad Mehldau Illuminates Elliott Smith’s Shadows on "Ride Into the Sun"
Brad Mehldau – Ride Into the Sun Album Review – 10/10 Brad Mehldau has never been afraid of crossing musical borders. Over the past three...

Paul Fitzgerald
Aug 17


The Making of Five Leaves Left – A Window Into Nick Drake’s Creative Soul
Few debut albums carry the quiet gravity of Nick Drake’s Five Leaves Left . Released in 1969, it’s a record that seems to exist outside...

Paul Fitzgerald
Aug 14


Martin Guitar Signature Stories: Episode 5 Willie Nelson
In this new episode of Signature Stories with Dick Boak, we head to Martin’s historic North Street factory for a heartfelt look back at...

Paul Fitzgerald
Jul 18


Martin Guitar Signature Stories: Episode 4 The Mamas & The Papas
In this episode of "Signature Stories," join former Artist Relations Director Dick Boak as he recounts the creative journey behind...

Paul Fitzgerald
Jul 18


Alison Krauss & Union Station "Arcadia" Album Review
After more than a decade of silence, Arcadia marks a welcome and stirring return for Alison Krauss & Union Station. Released in March...

Paul Fitzgerald
Jul 4


Gillian Welch and David Rawlings: Woodland Album Review – Ten Exquisite Songs of Loss and Love
Named after their Nashville studio – hit by a tornado in 2020 – the duo’s first album together in 13 years picks its impeccable, old-time...

Paul Fitzgerald
Apr 15


Rock legend Jeff Beck's guitar collection sells for £8.7m ($10.7M) at Christie's London Auction.
More than 120 guitars, amps and pedals from legendary rock musician Jeff Beck's career have been sold at auction for £8.7m, more than...

Paul Fitzgerald
Feb 18


Martin Guitar Signature Stories: Episode 3 Paul Simon
Welcome to the third episode of "Signature Stories," where former Artist Relations Director Dick Boak takes us on another journey through...

Paul Fitzgerald
Jan 1


Best Albums Ever - 1981 Kraftwerk "Computer World"
The last great Kraftwerk album, Computer World captured the band right at the moment when its pioneering approach fully broke through in...

Paul Fitzgerald
Dec 8, 2024


Best Albums Ever - 1972 Nick Drake "Pink Moon"
After two albums of tastefully orchestrated folk-pop, albeit some of the least demonstrative and most affecting around, Drake chose a...

Paul Fitzgerald
Dec 7, 2024


Best Albums Ever - 1969 King Crimson "In The Court Of The Crimson King"
The group's definitive album, and one of the most daring debut albums ever recorded by anybody. At the time, it blew all of the...

Paul Fitzgerald
Dec 7, 2024


Bill Frisell - Orchestras (Blue Note) Reviewed.
Guitarist Bill Frisell and composer/conductor/arranger Michael Gibbs have known each other for decades, contributing ideas and sounds...

Paul Fitzgerald
Nov 25, 2024


Martin Guitars Recreates Iconic 1941 000-45 Acoustic Owned by Joe Bonamassa. Extremely Limited Production of 45 guitars ensures guitarists around the world search for the "Holy Grail" of guitars.
Martin Guitars and Joe Bonamassa have teamed up to bring you a limited edition replica of one of the most-stunning pre-War acoustic...

Paul Fitzgerald
Nov 15, 2024


Rory Gallagher's Guitar Sold for USD $1,152,000 at Bonham's Auction House, London.
The iconic guitar that Irish rock and blues legend Rory Gallagher played throughout his career has been sold at auction for more than...

Paul Fitzgerald
Oct 30, 2024
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