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FRET12 Reviews: Hughes & Kettner AMPMAN
February 23 2021
We’ve gone from PODs to AxeFXs to Kempers to Helix, all with a smattering of virtual amp sims and plug-ins. Hughes & Kettner is taking things to the next level by condensing the entire rig, speakers and all, into one small, flight-ready box.
Here’s a fresh new take on what may be the ultimate portable guitar rig — for only $400.
IN THE DARK featuring Mike Wheeler
February 19 2021
FRET12 proudly presents, the fourth episode of #InTheDark, at Pilsen's legendary Thalia Hall featuring Mike Wheeler - blues guitarist, singer, and songwriter from Chicago, IL.
Weekly Riff from The Sound and The Story - Alter Bridge - "Cry of Achilles"
February 16 2021
In this edition of the FRET12 'Weekly Riff', Alter Bridge's very own Myles Kennedy and Mark Tremonti sit down to do an entire video playthrough of the 2013 song “Cry of Achilles”.
IN THE DARK featuring Jess Price
February 10 2021
FRET12 proudly presents, the third episode of #InTheDark, at Pilsen's legendary Thalia Hall featuring Jess Price from Chicago, IL.
Phasers, flangers, delays, oh my! It’s cold outside, so why not ‘Freeze’ those notes?
February 9 2021
In a world full of repeats (no pun intended), we want to shine the spotlight on some pedals that do things differently! In this week’s feature, we’ll be taking a look at the Electro-Harmonix “Freeze” - which lets guitarists get even more sustain than Nigel Tufnel’s ‘59 Les Paul!
SONIC SPACES – How to turn ‘just another room’ into your dream music room!
February 2 2021
In a time when music has been moved off the stage and very much ‘inside,’ an intimate tour of the home studio spaces of today’s most known players can be just the inspiration you need to help make your own space even more inspiring!
IN THE DARK featuring Taylor Roberts
January 29 2021
FRET12 proudly presents, the second episode of #InTheDark, at Pilsen's legendary Thalia Hall featuring Taylor Roberts - lead guitarist and vocalist of the up-and-coming band Riding With Killers, from Detroit, MI.
When it comes to guitar strings, why not try something totally new?
January 26 2021
With a surfeit of options at our fingertips, it is truly the best time to be a musi...
IN THE DARK featuring Dave Specter
January 22 2021
FRET12 proudly presents, the first episode of #InTheDark, at Pilsen's legendary Thalia Hall featuring Chicago bluesman Dave Specter. He is a critically-acclaimed guitarist born and raised in Chicago, who has performed with other musical icons like Buddy Guy, Junior Wells, Otis Rush, Jimmy Rogers, Robert Jr. Lockwood, Jimmy Johnson, and more!
What do John Mayer, Mark Tremonti, Peter Frampton, Jeff Beck, and Noel Gallagher all have in common?
January 19 2021
Just like the mythical beast, it was named after, the Klon Centaur Professional Overdrive is an elusive, mysterious, and fabled creation.
Weekly Riff from The Sound and The Story - Josh Rand - Hell & Consequences
January 19 2021
Josh Rand is a huge part of Stone Sour's heavy, yet uniquely melodic sound. Whethe...
Detroit Electric by FRET12 – The Power of Detroit
January 14 2021
Detroit is a lot more than simply where we're from, it speaks to who we are as people, alo...
Weekly Riff with Ruben Wan / A FRET12 Pick From the Depths of YouTube
January 12 2021
This week, we are featuring the smooth sounds of @Ruben Wan who is laying down all the chill...
Pandemic? Forget that. How about, PandeMUSIC?
January 12 2021
Music is an artform, a universal language, a mode of expression. It allows us to communi...
Weekly Riff from The Sound and The Story - Mark Tremonti - "Come To Life"
January 5 2021
Alter Bridge lead guitarist Mark Tremonti takes you through one of his most well-known solos in this lesson for "Come to Life."
What are your [musical] New Year’s Resolutions?
January 5 2021
What a year it’s been, here’s a toast to the future!
Happy Holidays from FRET12
December 24 2020
We always love seeing today's artists come out with their own renditions of the holiday classics, and this year we wanted to share a few of these tunes by Mac DeMarco. So grab some hot cocoa, turn up the fire, and watch the chestnuts roast with these holiday tunes. Happy Holidays from all of us here at FRET12!
Weekly Riff with Helen Ibe / A FRET12 Pick From the Depths of YouTube
December 21 2020
We are grateful to have amazing people, guitars, and music to lean on during times like these.
A Half-Dozen NTS Episodes, Hand-Picked by FRET12 #01
December 17 2020
NTS Radio’s genre-agnostic approach to radio resonates deeply with our approach to the guitar and our belief that anyone can pick up a guitar and find their niche. We will continue to celebrate the broad range of styles and genres that the guitar can create, which is why we’ve hand-picked a half-dozen shows to share with you. Happy listening!
Weekly Riff with Mary N. / A FRET12 Pick From the Depths of YouTube
December 8 2020
Add some epic funk to your week with the amazing soloing techniques of YouTube's @MaryNofficial over this classic Kool & The Gang track!
Mesa Boogie brings the iconic Rectifier into the 2020s with an EL34-inspired bang!
December 8 2020
As if the Rectifier couldn’t get any crazier, Mesa/Boogie is taking their iconic amplifier to truly ‘Bad’ new lands of tone!
Weekly Riff from The Sound and The Story - Jacky Vincent
November 30 2020
Jacky Vincent performs a classic solo that he designed “to be a bit nuts.” It features plenty of insane (yet beautiful) arpeggios, tremolo picking, sweep picking with tapping- all infused with plenty of mind-bending speed.
Today’s ‘beginner’ guitars are yesterday’s pro models
November 30 2020
2020 is a great time for us guitarists! With more guitar brands to choose from than ever before, more diverse offerings across a wider range of models, and higher quality standards than ever before; we are faced with the great problem of “too much good stuff” - especially in the budget range!
John Connolly Returns To The Weekly Riff
November 23 2020
What better way to practice gratitude than listening to John Connolly play this weekly riff from his song, "Thank You."
Thankful, even in 2020
November 23 2020
Even though this year has put music on hold, along with so many other things, we’ve still found plenty of things to be thankful for! That being said- we can’t wait to see you all again!
Weekly Riff from The Sound and The Story - Calum Scott
November 17 2020
This isn’t your average classical guitar trio. This ensemble has no humans! Enjoy the lights, sounds, and robotic, programmed magic when 21st century Arduino and Miditron collide with the old-world sounds of classical nylon strings!
FRET12 Records
November 11 2020
As we find ourselves in the last few months of 2020, we found ourselves reminiscing as we ...
Brent Hinds Returns To The Weekly Riff
November 10 2020
Get ready to get psychedelic as Brent Hinds takes you to a place called "Oblivion." Whether...
Orange oranges are indeed orange. But what does Orange sound like?
November 10 2020
Orange brings a lot to mind, certain flavors, colors, textures, etc. But does this versatile word have a sound?
Weekly Riff with Towa Bird / A FRET12 Pick From the Depths of YouTube
November 3 2020
@Towa Bird is a rising star in the guitar universe and we’re just a bit obsessed with this m...
Tom Scholz – from Polaroid to the BIG STAGE and beyond!
November 3 2020
You know that all of us here at FRET12 love a good guitar story, and if you haven’t heard the story of Tom Scholz, you’ll want to take 10 minutes to scope out this tale of a true living legend. It’s engineer meets rockstar in this brand new String Thing.
Weekly Riff from The Sound and The Story - Leslie West
October 27 2020
Leslie West showcases the iconic riffs and tells all the stories about a true rock n' roll classic: Mississippi Queen!
Oliver Macdonald On The Intersection Of Art & Music
October 26 2020
Over the first few months of quarantine, artist Oliver Macdonald found a way to connect with others in a meaningful way through what he calls #facetimedrawing. After finding his series of musician portraits online, we had to reach out to interview him about his approach to creating his unique brand of art.
Weekly Riff with Mark Tremonti / A FRET12 Records Exclusive
October 20 2020
Weekly Riff from YouTube – FRET12 Records’ very own Mark Tremonti sits down at Groovemaster Studios in Chicago to teach every detail of his guitar solo from “You Waste Your Time.”
New Boutique Guitar Effects Pedals on a Budget: JHS Pedals’ 3 Series
October 19 2020
King of boutique guitar pedals, stompbox historian, and all-around lord of tone, JHS Pedals’ very own Josh Scott introduces a game-changing new lineup: The 3 Series. Seven boutique-quality pedals, 3 knobs/1 toggle/1 footswitch each, and under 100 bucks.
Weekly Riff with Mattrg470 / A FRET12 Pick From the Depths of YouTube
October 13 2020
Weekly Riff with Mattrg470 covering the Eddie Van Halen intro to Beat It by Michael Jackson.
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