Laura B. Whitmore

Laura B. Whitmore is a music industry marketing veteran, music journalist and editor, writing for Parade.com, Guitar World, and others. She has interviewed hundreds of musicians and hosts the She Rocks Podcast. As the founder of the Women’s International Music Network, she advocates for women in the music industry and produces the annual She Rocks Awards. She is the Senior Vice President of Marketing for Positive Grid, making the world safe for guitar exploration everywhere! A guitarist and singer/songwriter, Laura is currently co-writing an album of pop songs that empower and energize girls.

Latest articles by Laura B. Whitmore

Great Lake Swimmers' "I Must Have Someone Else's Blues" — Exclusive Song Premiere

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 10 March 15

Music Releases

Guitar capo basics: everything you need to know

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 4 March 15

Get the run down on how to choose a capo, types of capos, and things to consider when using this handy accessory

Accessories

Picking and Strumming Tuneup with Lily Maase Pt. II — Lesson

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 4 March 15

Lessons

12 PR Tips for Musicians, Music Companies and Just About Everyone!

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 23 February 15

Musical Tips & Advice

The Command Sisters at the Bowery Electric – Show Review

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 17 February 15

Concert, Gigs & Tours

Sweet Acoustic Gear for Your Valentine

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 12 February 15

Guitar Gear

Picking and Strumming Tuneup with Lily Maase — Lesson

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 11 February 15

Lessons

International Guitar Night's Fiery Acoustic Extravaganza — Show Review

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 3 February 15

Guitarists

NAMM 2015: Acoustic Nation's Top Picks from the NAMM Show

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 1 February 15

Events & Trade Shows

Iron & Wine’s ‘Archive Series Volume No. 1’ — First Listen

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 30 January 15

Music Releases

NAMM 2015: NewBay Media Congratulates Best of Show Award Winners

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 29 January 15

Events & Trade Shows

Deleasa Shares a Pair of Live Acoustic Videos — Exclusive

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 14 January 15

Artists

Jacky Bastek Performs "No Exit" — Video

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 13 January 15

Music Releases

Five Fabulous Acoustic Duets — Video

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 12 January 15

Are two really better than one? They are when it comes to these duets! Here amazing performers pair up for some fabulous acoustic playing that is double the fun.

Guitarists

Ten Guitar Resolutions for the New Year

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 1 January 15

Guitarists

Lesson: James Taylor Teaches Us How to Play "Fire and Rain"

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 31 December 14

Lessons

Video Lesson: Play It Now! John Butler Teaches Us to Play “Spring To Come”

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 15 December 14

Lessons

Guitar Republic's "Funky Sexy Republic" — Video Finds

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 12 December 14

Guitarists

The Vespers' “Another’s Arms” — Exclusive Acoustic Video

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 5 December 14

Music Releases

Requiem's Acoustic "Sticks and Stones and Her Lovely Bones" — Video Premiere

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 3 December 14

Music Releases

Joshua Radin's "Beautiful Day" — Exclusive Interview and Song Spotlight

By Laura B. Whitmore Published 1 December 14

I’ve been lucky enough to check out this gorgeous track from Joshua Radin’s new album, Onward and Sideways. Here Radin pairs with Sheryl Crow for a lovely version of his song “Beautiful Day.”

Artists