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Meet Srdjan Jankovich Novi Sad's Master Guitarist and Repairman
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Meet Srdjan Jankovich: Novi Sad’s Master Guitarist and Repairman

Srdjan Jankovich, a guitar master from Salajka, Serbia, has been playing the guitar since he was 14. Although, he started with the bass guitar because the six-string guitar ...
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John Monteleone The Chisels Are Calling - A Journey through the Life of a Renowned Guitar Maker
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“John Monteleone: The Chisels Are Calling” – A Journey through the Life of a Renowned Guitar Maker

“John Monteleone: The Chisels Are Calling” is a 2017 documentary film directed by Trevor Laurence. This film is about the life and work of John Monteleone. John is ...
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Michael Napoli's Impressive Guitar Solo Cover of Mark Knopfler's "Claim To Fame"
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Michael Napoli’s Impressive Guitar Solo Cover of Mark Knopfler’s “Claim To Fame”

Michael Napoli is a professional musician from Sydney, Australia. Recently he released a new guitar solo cover of Mark Knopfler’s song “Claim To Fame”. The song was originally ...
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Mark Knopfler Donates Signed Tie to Online Auction in Support of Testicular Cancer Charity
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Mark Knopfler Donates Signed Tie to Online Auction in Support of Testicular Cancer Charity

Mark Knopfler, the British singer, songwriter, musician, and record producer, has donated a signed tie to the Loosen Up online auction in support of Cahonas Scotland. This charity ...
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“Sweet Child O’ Mine” – If It Were Written by Dire Straits – Cover by Laszlo Buring
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“Sweet Child O’ Mine” – If It Were Written by Dire Straits – Cover by Laszlo Buring

Laszlo Buring, a talented musician, guitarist, and producer from the Netherlands, has recently released a new video cover. On this cover, he plays “Sweet Child O’ Mine” by ...
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From Napster to YouTube David Claux’s Journey to the “Calypso” Version of “So Far Away”
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From Napster to YouTube: David Claux’s Journey to the “Calypso” Version of “So Far Away”

David’s cover of the “Calypso” version of “So Far Away” by Dire Straits, played live in Sydney in 1986, is nothing short of amazing. The unique first part ...
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7 Things to Know Before Buying Your First Guitar
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7 Things to Know Before Buying Your First Guitar

If you’re considering buying your first guitar, the number of choices available can be overwhelming. What type of guitar is best for beginners? What’s the difference between a ...
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Chet Atkins & Friends: Legendary Live Performance of “Why Worry”
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Chet Atkins & Friends: Legendary Live Performance of “Why Worry”

Chet Atkins, Mark Knopfler, and The Everly Brothers performed “Why Worry” live in New York, in 1987. Mark Knopfler of Dire Straits originally wrote and recorded the song ...
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Unforgettable Moments in Music History The Everly Brothers, Chet Atkins, and Mark Knopfler
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Unforgettable Moments in Music History: The Everly Brothers, Chet Atkins, and Mark Knopfler

Chet Atkins, Mark Knopfler, and the Everly Brothers are renowned musicians in their own right. But, they also share a rich history of collaboration and mutual influence. From ...
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Tribute Concerts For Jeff Beck Happen 22 & 23 May at Royal Albert Hall
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Tribute Concerts for Jeff Beck to Take Place at Royal Albert Hall in May 2023

Jeff Beck, one of the most influential guitarists in the history of rock music, passed away in January 2023. Beck has left behind himself a legacy that continues ...
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