Tag Archives: nyc
Futurist
Being a band of bearded, longhaired hipsters with a retro influenced sound is nothing new at this point. If you’re from New York City, it’s become almost a cliché. Unless you are Futurist that is. The Brooklyn five-piece describes themselves as “indie art rock,” which might make you wince were it not for the band’s instantly likeable alt-folk rock sound. Futurist have been making some waves on the Read More
Great Performances: Rick Derringer – “The Star Spangled Banner” and “Real American”
In Memory of our Fallen Heroes of September 11
Guitar Icon Rick Derringer performs “The Star Spangled Banner” and his original composition “Real American” LIVE in NYC
Shop Spotlight: 30th Street Guitars – New York
30th Street Guitars, NYC: As one veteran New York studio guitarist put it: “This is really the only guitar shop in Manhattan for the working guitarist. Every place else is aimed at the wealthy, the kids, or the wealthy kids.” Be that as it may, 30th Street Guitars certainly runs a professional operation, and their staff is very knowledgeable and helpful.
In addition to their truly impressive collection of vintage 1950′s and 60′s Read More
Johnny & Edgar Winter, Rick Derringer, Kim Simmonds: “Jumping Jack Flash”
Check Guitar Shop TV’s LIVE footage of Johnny & Edgar Winter jamming with Rick Derringer and Kim Simmons (ex-Savoy Brown) at Beekman Beer Garden, NYC, on the Stones’ rock classic “Jumpin’ Jack Flash”
GSTV Contest Winner Chuck Pollard meets Guitar Icon Johnny Winter
Guitar Shop TV fan Chuck Pollard is the lucky winner of our contest to meet blues/rock guitar icon Johnny Winter in person before his rockin’ show at The Beekman Beer Garden in New York City this month—We caught the meeting on video to share with all the rest of our fans around the world—Check it out!
GSTV Featured Artist: Rick Derringer LIVE at Beekman Beer Garden
Guitar Shop TV was backstage to catch lead Guitar icon Rick Derringer perform with Johnny and Edgar Winter at the Beekman Beer Garden and Beach Club in New York this month, and believe us, this guy still rocks! What an incredible player! Rick is a true guitar icon with a key role in rock history!
Check the following from the Rick Derringer website: “Young guitar great, vocalist and entertainer Rick Derringer was just 17 when his band The McCoysTM recorded the No.1 hit “Hang On… Read More
Acoustic Guitar Guide
Subscribe Now and get a special bonus gift "The Ultimate Guide to Acoustic Guitars"