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What’s the hardest part about designing a fresh guitar? According to Novo Guitars, it's probably not one you’d expect
By Phil Weller published
This particular component accounts for “80%” of a new design's success, according to Novo’s Travis Tingley and session ace JD Simo

JD Simo unpacks the legacy of Elvis Presley and reveals how he nailed Scotty Moore’s guitar tone for Baz Luhrmann’s new biopic
By Alison Richter published
As sole guitar player on Elvis, JD Simo left no stone unturned in search of the gear to bring rock ’n’ roll history to life, but as he explains, it was a gig he had been waiting his whole life for

From metal heavyweights to hot funk ’n’ roll: here are this week's essential guitar tracks
By Michael Astley-Brown, Jackson Maxwell, Sam Roche published
Fresh cuts from Joe Bonamassa, Mastodon, Lomelda, South of Eden and more

Blues-Rock Guitar Powerhouse JD Simo Talks New Album, 'Off at 11'
By Alan Paul published
'Off at 11' is another step toward the 34-year-old Chicago native establishing himself as a contemporary blues rock giant.

J.D. Simo Premieres New Track, “You Need Love”
By Richard Bienstock published
Bluesy track is the first single from the guitarist and singer’s forthcoming album, ‘Off at 11.’

Tommy Emmanuel Premieres Cover of "(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay," Featuring J.D. Simo
By Jackson Maxwell published
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