Have Guitar Will Travel

059 - John Smith On the new episode of “Have Guitar Will Travel,” host James Patrick Regan speaks with singer/songwriter John Smith, whose playing is influenced by master guitarists ranging from Nick Drake and John Renbourn to Ry Cooder and Jimmy Page. They discuss John’s new album, “The Fray,” touch on the guitars in his collection, and dig into his history in the music business. Please like , comment , and share this podcast! Download Link

020 - Dan Hawkins In this episode of “Have Guitar Will Travel,” host James Patrick Regan speaks with Dan Hawkins, producer and guitarist for the Darkness. They dig into the band’s new album, Easter is Cancelled, and other topics including Dan’s home studio (where the album was recorded), his collection of recording gear, his car collection, the music business, and life in band that includes an older brother. . Please like, comment and share this podcast. Download Link

017 - Kenny Vaughn In the new episode of “Have Guitar Will Travel,” host James Patrick Regan speaks to session ace and all-star backing guitarist Kenny Vaughn, who grew up listening to (and watching) Jimi Hendrix and the Grateful Dead, and has deployed those influences in his work with Lucinda Williams, Marty Stuart, and others including The Pretenders on their new album. Please like, comment and share this podcast. Download Link

008 - Jared James Nichols In this episode of "Have Guitar Will Travel," host James Patrick Regan talks to blues-rocker Jared James Nichols. Known for his high-energy performances and "pickless" technique, he exudes the influence of Lesley West, Tommy Bolin, Joe Walsh, and other imaginative '70s players. Jared and his band recently opened for John 5. Download Link

007 - Gibson's CEO, James "JC" Curleigh and CMO Cesar Gueikian In the latest installment of our “Have Guitar Will Travel” podcast, host James Patrick Regan connects with James “JC” Curleigh and Cesar Gueikian to discuss their roles in the revamped Gibson guitar company. New CEO Curleigh is the former president/CEO of Levi Strauss and Salomon, and he has a reassuring message about Gibson’s direction and future. As CMO, Gueikian was in charge of establishing new leadership within the vaunted brand. A guitarist himself, he talks about what he has accomplished so far and what he’s striving to achieve. Download Link

003 - David Victor David Victor wrote, recorded, and produced his first album in 1991, then later formed Velocity. A video of him doing Boston’s “Smokin’” led to joining that band. He also worked with Ronnie Montrose and today is lead vocalist and guitarist with David Victor: The Hits of Boston and More, Platinum Rockstars, David Victor’s Supergroup, and others! Download Link

002 - Bryan Kehoe Bryan Kehoe went to school with Les Claypool and played with Exodus. He later joined M.I.R.V. and toured the world with Cheap Trick, Run DMC, and Jerry Cantrell. Today, he plays with his own band with Claypool’s Duo de Twang. Working for Jim Dunlop, he’s constantly on the lookout for the next wave of guitarists. Download Link