032 - Brad Gillis

032 - Brad Gillis

For Episode 32 of “Have Guitar Will Travel,” host James Patrick Regan sits with Brad Gillis to discuss his storied career – from Rubicon and the Alameda All Stars to forming Night Ranger and replacing Randy Rhodes in Ozzy Osbourne’s band, it’s a fascinating tale. In recent years, Brad and his iconic ’62 Strat (and other guitars) have created music for ESPN, Fox Sports, and “Monday Night Football.”

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