May/June 2009

L.R. Baggs M1(2)

March 15, 2010

L.R. BAGGS M1 LIST PRICE: $199.00 Website: http://www.lrbaggs.com/ The L.R. Baggs Company continues to impress guitarists with their innovation, design and superior products. It’s obvious why artists like Paul Simon, Fiest and Brandi Carlile endorse their gear. The M1 continues their quest for excellence with its exclusive TriAxial Dynamic Technology and sleek look. For those [...]

L.R. Baggs M1

BEHIND THE SONG: “A Change Is Gonna Come”

When Bettye LaVette performed “A Change Is Gonna Come,” in duet with Jon Bon Jovi, at the first inaugural concert for President Obama, a new generation of listeners was introduced to a classic composition by one of the most influential writers and vocalists in pop history, Sam Cooke. In the 45 years since it was first released, “Change” has grown into an anthem of the civil rights movement, an epitaph for a great performer, and an iconic piece of music.

JUSTIN TOWNES EARLE: Role Models

Give him credit, despite the benefits of being the scion of one of American music’s greatest songwriters, Justin Townes Earle is no opportunist.

BLACK JOE LEWIS & THE HONEYBEARS: On the Horizon

Austin-based musician Black Joe Lewis’ Lost Highway debut, Tell ‘Em What Your Name Is! has just been released, and already he seems somewhat reticent to discuss it and himself.