Michael RossSocial Links Navigation Latest articles by Michael Ross Kari Nieminen's Versoul Guitars are the Stuff of Rock and Roll Royalty By Michael Ross published 7 May 20 The high priest of six-string bling, Nieminen's guitars have been played by the likes of Billy Gibbons and Pete Townsend. Electric Guitars Ciari Ascender Review By Michael Ross published 15 November 19 The Ascender is the first travel guitar that can be used professionally as a backup guitar or even as a main instrument. Electric Guitars 1 2 3 Archives 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“What's magical is when you can feel the quarter note... That's where the drama is.” Al Di Meola reveals his indispensable tool for rhythm guitar playing — and it doesn’t involve your hands 2"Literally, a star is born. I have never, ever seen anything like that in my life." 11-year-old shredder Olly Pearson blows away the competition with his medley of AC/DC, Van Halen and Queen songs3"I never liked it. It was a song I just knocked off.” John Lennon hated it, but George Harrison called it one of his favorites. How Lennon's “throwaway” Beatles song made it onto 'Rubber Soul'4“Tariffs on products from its Mexico and China facilities would increase operating costs by $20 to $25 million.” Fender's credit rating is downgraded as tariffs pose new challenges for the guitar and gear maker5“When it slid out from underneath the bed, it was like the heavens were opening up.” His dad’s vintage Les Paul became the most important ingredient in his new venture away from Zakk Wylde's Black Label Society
Kari Nieminen's Versoul Guitars are the Stuff of Rock and Roll Royalty By Michael Ross published 7 May 20 The high priest of six-string bling, Nieminen's guitars have been played by the likes of Billy Gibbons and Pete Townsend.
Ciari Ascender Review By Michael Ross published 15 November 19 The Ascender is the first travel guitar that can be used professionally as a backup guitar or even as a main instrument.