James Wood
James is a guitarist and freelance writer who's interviewed some of the biggest names in music. He is the author of four books and his writing credits include work for Guitar World, AXS and Yahoo! as well as for his hometown newspaper where he writes on a variety of topics with both passion and humor. As a guitarist, he's performed everywhere from local bars and nightclubs to some of the biggest stages in front of thousands of music fans.
Latest articles by James Wood
California Breed: Guitarist Andrew Watt Discusses His New Trio with Glenn Hughes and Jason Bonham
By James Wood published
Guitarist Brad Gillis Talks New Night Ranger Album, 'High Road'
By James Wood published
Mushroomhead's J Mann and Church Discuss New Album, 'The Righteous & The Butterfly'
By James Wood published
Mushroomhead fans can rejoice! The influential industrial metal band celebrates its 20th anniversary with a brand new studio album, The Righteous & The Butterfly.
'In My Soul': Robert Cray Discusses His New Album, Seeing Jimi Hendrix and the Power of the Blues
By James Wood published
Song in My Head: String Cheese Incident Guitarist Bill Nershi Talks New Music
By James Wood published
Sound Theories: Steve Vai Discusses His Inaugural Vai Academy Song Evolution Camp
By James Wood published
Framing Hanley Guitarists Brandon Wootten and Ryan Belcher Talk New Album, 'The Sum of Who We Are'
By James Wood published
Honestly: Stryper Guitarist Michael Sweet Talks New Autobiography and Solo Album, 'I'm Not Your Suicide'
By James Wood published
Actor/Musician Drake Bell Discusses 'Ready Steady Go!,' His New Album with Brian Setzer
By James Wood published
Dog Camp: Richie Kotzen and Mike Portnoy Discuss the Winery Dogs' Immersive New Camp for Musicians
By James Wood published
Voices Carry: Aimee Mann and Ted Leo Discuss Their New Band and Album, 'The Both'
By James Wood published
Chris Robinson Brotherhood Guitarist Neal Casal Talks Gear and New Album, 'Phosphorescent Harvest'
By James Wood published
I Am the Fire: Gus G Discusses Debut Solo Album and Working with Ozzy Osbourne
By James Wood published
Better Days Comin': Reb Beach Talks Guitars, New Winger Album and More
By James Wood published
Original MTV VJs Alan Hunter and Nina Blackwood Talk New Book, Van Halen, Ozzy and the Eighties
By James Wood published
Metal Method's Doug Marks Talks "Speed and Accuracy for Lead Guitar"
By James Wood published
Til Death Do Us Part: Tony West Discusses Life, Death and Blacklist Union
By James Wood published
Zakk Wylde Talks New Black Label Society Album, 'Catacombs of the Black Vatican'
By James Wood published
Interview: Orianthi and Dave Stewart Discuss BeMyBand, Where Winners Share the Stage for the Gig of a Lifetime
By James Wood published
Sign In, Please: Guitarist Steve Lynch Discusses the Return of Autograph
By James Wood published
It’s been nearly 25 years since the members of Autograph completed their three-album deal with RCA records and mutually decided to go their own separate ways.
Interview: The Commander-In-Chief Discusses Zigeunerweisen Guitar Duel, Gear, Warmups and More
By James Wood published
Many guitar fans know about the Commander-In-Chief from the amazing guitar duel she recorded with Thomas Valeur.
John Petrucci Talks Dream Theater's Along For The Ride Tour, Grammy Nomination and Gear
By James Wood published
Guitarist Dee J Nelson Discusses New Dope Album, 'Blood Money,' and the Phrygian Mode
By James Wood published
Guitarist Lindsay Ell Discusses New Single, “Trippin’ On Us,” and Opening for Buddy Guy
By James Wood published
Twenty-four-year-old Lindsay Ell is a true triple threat. Not only is she an accomplished guitarist who can go toe to toe with the big boys, but she's also a unique vocalist and gifted songwriter.
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