John SouthernSocial Links Navigation Latest articles by John Southern The Raising of Lazarus: Bringing an Old Gibson Back From the Dead By John Southern published 4 August 20 The old Gibson was unrecognizable and unplayable. But detective work uncovered the tale behind its demise, and inspired its new owner to resurrect it. Gear Get The Pick NewsletterAll the latest guitar news, interviews, lessons, reviews, deals and more, direct to your inbox!Contact me with news and offers from other Future brandsReceive email from us on behalf of our trusted partners or sponsors LATEST ARTICLES1“I did the least commercial thing I could think of.” Ian Anderson explains how an old Dave Brubeck jazz tune inspired him to write Jethro Tull’s biggest hit 2“Make sure I’m dead.” Eddie Van Halen’s former wife Valerie Bertinelli hopes a Van Halen biopic never happens. Alex Van Halen has other plans3“Is it going to revitalize American industry, or is it a big disaster?” Chapman Guitars owner Rob Chapman raises concerns about the impact Trump’s tariffs will have on the guitar industry 4“That's enough to make anybody who writes songs want to retire." Mark Knopfler on his difficult collaboration with his childhood hero, Bob Dylan5“I knew he was going to be somebody then. He had that star quality”: Ritchie Blackmore on his first meeting with Jimmy Page and early recording sessions with Jeff Beck
The Raising of Lazarus: Bringing an Old Gibson Back From the Dead By John Southern published 4 August 20 The old Gibson was unrecognizable and unplayable. But detective work uncovered the tale behind its demise, and inspired its new owner to resurrect it.
