The Andertons Music Podcast

The Captain Meets Greg Koch! Dec 11, 2024

Greg Koch drops by to talk about touring as well as his exciting new multi pedal boards and unique s-style guitar!

The Captain Meets Ola Strandberg! Nov 22, 2024

Ola Strandberg himself dropped by the studio for an interview on Strandberg guitars and the unique and highly limited J Artisan series of premium guitars available at Andertons that are usually exclusive to Japan!

The Captain Meets Martina Blazeska Nov 16, 2024

The Captain sits down for a chat with Martina Blazeska who's been finding success for years with her fingerstyle technique and unique vocals!

The Captain Meets Mike Zito! Nov 15, 2024

Lee sits down for a chat with Mike Zito for a chat about all things guitars & gear!

The Captain Meets Marco Cinelli Nov 13, 2024

The Captain sits down for a chat with Marco Cinelli from the Cinelli Brothers - The UK's Blues Band of the Year!

The Captain Meets Andy James (Five Finger Death Punch) Nov 12, 2024

Lee has a chat with Andy James about joining Five Finger Death Punch!

The Captain Meets Zach Person! Nov 11, 2024

The Captain sits down for a chat with up and coming blues guitarist Zach Person!

The Captain Meets Paul Waller (Fender Masterbuilder) Nov 10, 2024

Paul Waller has had a long career at Fender Custom Shop and knows just what goes into making the finest Fender guitars around. Lee sits down for a long chat about all the nerdy details that make a truly special instrument!

The Captain Meets Connor Kaminski! Nov 09, 2024

Connor Kaminski, the social media guitarist extraordinaire has popped into Andertons to spend the day talking about his early influences, his passion for writing music and why he loves Strandberg!

The Captain Meets James Johnston (Biffy Clyro) Nov 07, 2024

Lee sits down for a chat with the bassist from Biffy Clyro to find out what it's like being in such a successful rock band and of course to talk about gear!

The Captain Meets Matteo Mancuso Oct 30, 2024

The Captain had the chance to meet the outrageously talented Matteo Mancuso and talk about growing up, his unique technique and his gear!

The Captain Meets Gabriella Jones Oct 29, 2024

Captain Lee has a great chat with Gabriella Jones about all things guitars, music & gear!

James Bay on Guitars & Songwriting - Gabriella's Legends Chat Oct 28, 2024

Join Gabriella Jones for a chat with the incredible James Bay about all things guitar, music and gear!

Toby Lee - Gabriella's Legends Chats Sep 07, 2024

Join Gabriella Jones for a chat with the incredible Toby Lee about all things guitar, music and gear!

Jared James Nichols - Gabriella's Legends Chat Aug 15, 2024

Join Gabriella Jones for a chat with the incredible Jared James Nichols about all things guitar, music and gear!

Lee & Pete React to Huey Lewis and the News' Fore! - Turntable Tales Mar 27, 2024

Lee & Pete sit down to listen to an album from start to finish so they can share their thoughts. So why not sit down, get comfortable and enjoy a great record with us! This time it's Fore! (1986) by Huey Lewis and the News!

The Captain Meets Dom Martin Mar 20, 2024

Captain Lee enjoys a very genuine chat with the incredible Dom Martin about life and guitar!

The Captain Meets Chris Shiflett (Foo Fighters) Mar 08, 2024

Captain Lee has a lovely video chat with Chris Shiflett (Foo Fighters) about all things guitar!

Lee & Pete React to Bryan Adams' Reckless - Turntable Tales Feb 23, 2024

Lee & Pete sit down to listen to an album from start to finish so they can share their thoughts. So why not sit down, get comfortable and enjoy a great record with us! This time it's Reckless (1984) by Bryan Adams.

Lee & Pete React to Bon Jovi's Slippery When Wet - Turntable Tales Feb 07, 2024

Lee & Pete sit down to listen to an album from start to finish so they can share their thoughts. So why not sit down, get comfortable and enjoy a great record with us! This time it's Slippery When Wet (1986) by Bon Jovi.

Captain Meets Phil Palmer (Eric Clapton, Dire Straits, Frank Zappa & More!) Mar 28, 2022

It's probably easier to list off who Phil Palmer hasn't played with as a legendary session guitarist. He rivals Tom Jones for name dropping: Eric Clapton, David Bowie, Frank Zappa, Paul McCartney and so many more. Phil is a simply outstanding musician with great stories to tell.

We got all the tales of working with global superstars, as well as a lick of lovely playing, too, in one of our deepest dives into the mind of a veteran guitarist.

The Captain Meets Kenny Wayne Shepherd Mar 21, 2022

Kenny Wayne Shepherd is a player who channels the power of SRV through his fingertips. The Louisiana-born musician is a blues mainstay who has released massive albums since the mid-1990s. A great guitarist, brilliant character and serious music gear enthusiast.

Kenny took us back through his guitar history, meeting Stevie Ray Vaughan and learning to both sing and play at the same time. We also got to check out his brilliant signature Strat.

The Captain Meets Chris Buck Mar 14, 2022

YouTuber, musician and supreme guitarist, Chris Buck is a close Andertons friend who now fronts alt-rock outfit Cardinal Black. We've heard his playing and seen his fingers move with grace across the fretboard in his videos, but now he's taking that same musicianship to the stage in an extremely promising band.

We got all the updates on his new rig, guitars, pedals and a few tips & tricks on how to get his special rhythm tone.

The Captain Meets Tracii Guns Mar 07, 2022

Ever wondered where the “Guns” in Guns N' Roses comes from? Tracii Guns is one of the prominent members of the LA glam rock scene in the '80 and a founder of the aforementioned globally successful band. He built up the majority of his back catalogue with the reformation of previous group L.A. Guns as lead guitarist.

We dived into the heyday of the Sunset Strip scene, as well as chatted about his signature Kramer guitar. Heads up, this one contains explicit language.

The Captain Meets Paul Reed Smith Feb 28, 2022

Paul Reed Smith should by now be a familiar name with Andertons viewers and listeners. Paul is a great friend of ours and his namesake company make some of the best ever guitars we've played – and subsequently bought.

This interview was part of our PRS social takeover, and we cover some fundamental questions like what got us into music, our most starstruck interviews and our desert island music gear!

The Captain Meets Troy Van Leeuwen (Queens Of The Stone Age) Feb 14, 2022

Queens Of The Stone Age's long-time guitarist Troy Van Leeuwen might be one of the coolest, most intriguing guests we've hosted. He's a rock icon in his own right, but often plays a support role behind frontman Josh Homme, all the while while tying the Californian band's sound together in a dark, brooding package.

He's a lover of Fender guitars and music gear – we got into the depths of what makes his sound so unique.

The Captain Meets Tash Sultana Feb 07, 2022

Platinum-selling one-person-band Tash Sultana is an extraordinary talent we simply had to get on for an episode of “The Captain Meets”. Tash has risen through grassroots music, beginning with a career in busking and getting her music online on Bandcamp. In this time she became a master at looping tracks and building songs from the ground up in real time.

We dug into Tash's musical influences, the Terra Firma album and signature Fender Strat. Heads up: this episode features some explicit language.

Jack Duxbury Meets Nile Rodgers Jan 31, 2022

What a legend. Whatever your interest in music or your background, Nile Rodgers is a household name to us all. To some, he's the man behind Chic and Sister Sledge. To others, the major collaborator with David Bowie, Madonna, Diana Ross and Lady Gaga. To more than a few, he's the guitarist on Daft Punk's earworm “Get Lucky”.

Jack had the pleasure of hosting Nile Rodgers on this one.

The Captain Meets Carlos Santana Jan 24, 2022

Carlos Santana needs no introduction - he is without doubt the most commercially successful and best known South American guitarist on the planet. You've heard his hits on the radio. You've heard his features. Now we've got him on the airwaves to talk about guitars and new music.

The Captain Meets Cory Wong Jan 17, 2022

One of the hottest properties in funk and R&B, Cory Wong is a Grammy-nominated musician with a back catalogue of music and collabs anyone would dream of having. The 36-year-old is 10 solo studio albums deep and is a regular touring player with Vulfpeck. He's also worked on projects with Joe Satriani, Dirty Loops and Kimbra - just to name a few.

We got an insight into Cory's awesome playing style, the gear he uses and his success with Vulfpeck.

Richard Shaw (Cradle of Filth) - The Captain Meets Sep 25, 2020

Death, doom, gloom and a whole load of stomping metal riffs! Richard Shaw came into extreme metal band Cradle of Filth and reinvigorated their music, going on to contribute towards some of the best contemporary death metal records around. He's heavily inspired by the likes of Queen, Metallica and even R&B musicians.

You might have thought the Captain was out of place here, but no! Richard is a great guy with lots of interesting stories and even went to the shop's nearby music school. The pair talk about inspirations, PRS guitars and touring.

Amen-Ra (Lordi) - The Captain Meets Sep 18, 2020

Amen-Ra is the guitarist and founding member of Finnish metal band ‘Lordi’ - winners of the 2006 Eurovision Song Contest! Amen talks about his long career in the music business, shocking tour stories, and the story behind his distinctive mask. Gear up for one of our strangest interviews ever!

Mark Holcomb (Periphery) - The Captain Meets Sep 11, 2020

Mark Holcomb is part of the triple threat of guitarists in one of metal's biggest modern bands: Periphery. Mark is known to bring slamming, sliding, melodic sections to the American five-piece's progressive style. He's also big into his death metal and those blast beats, combined with thunderous riffing work their way into the music as well.

The Captain chats with Mark about his unique playing capabilities, his musical upbringing, the hi-tech gear and who gets what guitar part in the band!

Jeff Schroeder - The Captain Meets Sep 04, 2020

Jeff Schroeder has been the guitarist for alternative rock band The Smashing Pumpkins for more than a decade now - becoming a mainstay of their touring line-up since he joined in 2007. Before that, he was an integral member of The Lassie Foundation. They were regarded as a trailblazing act who developed their own unique 'shoegaze' guitar sound.

During the interview, The Captain talks with Jeff about sharing festivals with Dream Theater and The Cure, as well as his guitar inspirations. There's even a hands-on discussion/demonstration about pedals, where the guy's show you just how to nail some of Jeff's favourite tones!

Mick Thompson (Slipknot) - The Captain Meets Aug 28, 2020

Mick Thompson is one half of Slipknot's legendary crushing metal guitar section and has been with the band since the very early days of the nine-piece's existence. He's known as an extremely tight player, with an absolutely rapid picking hand and panchant for a filthy riff.

The Captain met Mick while on tour with Slipknot backstage at the o2 Arena in London. They sat down to talk record collections, inspirations and thoughts behind his signature Jackson Pro series along with a new amplifier from Omega Amp-Works.

Mike Dawes - The Captain Meets Aug 21, 2020

Mike Dawes is one of the greatest acoustic guitarists alive today. Known for his intricate solo acoustic arrangements covering percussion, rhythm, and melody all by himself, Mike Dawes’ skill and creativity have helped push the boundaries of what’s possible with an acoustic guitar.

In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.

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Reeves Gabrels - The Captain Meets Aug 14, 2020

From playing guitar with David Bowie in the late 80s and 90s to serving as one of The Cure’s current guitarists, Reeves Gabrels is a veteran of the industry. Reeves is a highly accomplished guitarist and has developed a uniquely experimental and dissonant style. In this interview, Reeves and The Captain discuss his beginnings as a musician, his professional career from Tin Machine and David Bowie through to The Cure, as well as his signature Reverend guitars!

We hope you enjoy the episode - don’t forget to subscribe, share with your friends and follow us on social media for the latest news. ‘Til next time!

Allen Hinds - The Captain Meets Aug 07, 2020

Allen Hinds is an American blues/jazz guitar virtuoso. As one of the session scene's biggest starts, Hinds has multiple performing/recording credits to his name and has worked with the likes of Natalie Cole, The Crusaders, Hiroshima and Bobby Caldwell - with his slick fusion style always shining through. The Alabama-born musician has also launched a successful solo career, with his songs featured on TV shows like JAG, Pawn Stars and Sliced.

A graduate of the prestigious Berklee College of Music, Hinds is currently an instructor at the legendary Musician’s Institute in Los Angeles and an endorsee of Xotic Guitars. Listen to his incredible stories with the Captain!

Gus G - The Captain Meets Jul 31, 2020

Gus G is a heavy metal legend, and even that's an understatement. He's most well known for his work with Firewind, but has also played with the likes of Ozzy Osbourne, Nightrage and Kamelot - applying his excellent playing and tone to a range of titanic sounding acts.

The Captain rings Gus for an in-depth chat about all things music and guitar. They discuss everything from his new Jackson signature guitars and the latest Firewind album, to rescheduling tour dates and just how musicians can be supported during the current climate.

Chris Buck - The Captain Meets Jun 08, 2020

Welsh six-stringer Chris Buck has spent the bulk of his '20s doing the rounds with soul-infused blues-rock outfit Buck & Evans. In 2018, he was named best new guitarist in the world by an online poll, which led to him sharing the stage with Slash - and in the process, made him a household name on the guitar scene. Chris sat down with the Captain in the Andertons studio to talk about gear, inspiration, motivation and life itself.

In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.

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Joey Landreth - The Captain Meets Jun 01, 2020

Joey Landreth is a Canadian singer-songwriter who's known for his soulful combination of folk, country and blues. Performing both as a solo artist and as part of The Bros. Landreth, the Canadian guitarist's sound is equal parts hot valve-driven tone, a slide and the occasional b-bender. Joey sat down with the Captain in the Andertons studio to talk about gear, inspiration, motivation and life itself.

In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.

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Guthrie Govan - The Captain Meets May 25, 2020

Guthrie Govan is widely perceived as one of the best guitarists in the world - full-stop. With seemingly infinite knowledge of styles and techniques, and blistering chops that'll have you questioning reality, he's undoubtedly among the elite - he's performed with everyone from Hans Zimmer to Dizzee Rascal. Guthrie sat down with the Captain in the Andertons studio to talk about gear, inspiration, motivation and life itself.

In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.

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Kirk Fletcher - The Captain Meets May 18, 2020

In the words of Joe Bonamassa: "Kirk is hands-down one of the best blues guitarists in the world". Not a bad testimonial by any stretch. Hailing from California, Fletcher's dynamite rhythm & blues playing is soulful and evocative - he's won numerous awards and has 4 albums under his belt, with plenty more on the way. Kirk sat down with the Captain in the Andertons studio to talk about gear, inspiration, motivation and life itself.

In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.

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Chris Robertson (Black Stone Cherry) - The Captan Meets May 11, 2020

Chris Robertson is the guitarist/singer of Kentucky-based hard rock outfit Black Stone Cherry, and a signature PRS artist. Since the band's inception in 2001, they've released 6 studio albums and shared the stage with the likes of Lynyrd Skynyrd, Alter Bridge and Shinedown among others. Chris sat down with the Captain in the Andertons studio to talk about gear, inspiration, motivation and life itself.

In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.

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Mary Spender - The Captain Meets May 04, 2020

Mary Spender is a UK-based singer-songwriter who also happens to have over 20 million hits on YouTube. Her content ranges from lush covers of blues, folk and rock classics to candid vlogs at NAMM. We're no strangers to her dulcet tones and killer chops - Mary's an Andertons TV veteran. This time round, she stopped by the Andertons studio to catch up on gear, inspiration, motivation and life itself.

In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.

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Paul Gilbert - The Captain Meets Apr 27, 2020

It’d be accurate to describe Paul Gilbert as a true pioneer of the guitar virtuoso rock scene that we’ve become accustomed to today. His technical but musical playing has inspired a generation of guitarists, building on a legacy that stretches from the ‘80s right on through to the current day.

Paul sits down with The Captain before his Guildford guitar clinic – leading to an extensive conversation that covers his early influences, teaching, becoming a dad and what he’s up to at the moment!

In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.

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Ola Englund - The Captain Meets Apr 20, 2020

Ola Englund is a YouTube superstar. Named Musicradar's 'Best Online Guitar Personality' in 2019, the Super Swede is still growing a dedicated fanbase who regularly tune-in to his hilarious weekly FAQ, 'Will It Chug?' and 'Rig of the Week' videos.

Aside from his YouTube endeavours, Ola has proven himself as a successful businessman and currently runs Solar Guitars. Performing lead guitar duties in metal band The Haunted and part of many other musical projects too; he certainly keeps himself busy!

Ola visited Andertons HQ back in 2015 and sat down with The Captain to talk life, long hair and his former endorsements with Washburn and Randall.

Nita Strauss - The Captain Meets Apr 13, 2020

Nita Strauss has been testing her mettle in some of the fiercest musical arenas around, developing a well-founded reputation that’s seen her play with the likes of Alice Cooper, Jermaine Jackson and Femme Fatale. She is one of the most in-demand clinicians in the industry for a reason. Endorsements from the likes of Marshall and Ibanez quickly followed; Nita became the first female Ibanez signature artist, resulting in her very own custom JIVA10 guitar.

Taking time out from a 6-week string of clinic dates, Nita and The Captain hang out to discuss gear, life on the road, and the challenges that female musicians face across the industry. Lee gets a first-hand demonstration of Nita’s amazing chops too!

In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.

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Nick Johnston - The Captain Meets Apr 06, 2020

Nick Johnston is part of a new wave of guitar virtuosos, renowned for his slick legato style and moving, soulful instrumental music. The Canadian already has five full-length albums to his name, and his latest release (2019's "Wide Eyes In The Dark") is considered his most accomplished yet.

Not only has Nick established a large online presence over the years, but he can also be seen out on the road supporting the likes of Between The Buried And Me, The Contortionist and Polyphia. Guest spots on tracks from Periphery, Intervals and Scale The Summit bolster his impressive list of credentials, which continues to grow into 2020 and beyond.

Back in 2015, Nick sat down with The Captain back to discuss his career and the early days as an up-and-coming musician aspiring for recognition. Other topics included Johnston's relationship with Schecter guitars and tips on how to get your parents to support you!

Pete Anderton (Lee's Dad) - The Captain Meets Apr 03, 2020

The Captain Meets his Dad - aka the Admiral! In our longest Captain Meets episode yet, Peter Anderton sat down with Lee in the Andertons studio to talk about the history of the company, his inspirations as a businessman and musician, how the industry has changed over the years - and much more!

In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.

We hope you enjoy the episode - don’t forget to subscribe, share with your friends and follow us on social media for the latest news. ‘Til next time!

Misha Mansoor - The Captain Meets Mar 30, 2020

Misha Mansoor is the founder of modern metal pioneers Periphery; trendsetters of the "djent" genre. As one of the most recognised and accomplished guitarists in the game today, we were fortunate enough to catch up with "Bulb" back in 2015 during his sold-out UK clinic tour.

In one of our most popular episodes of 'The Captain Meets' thus far, Lee certainly didn't hold back and asked Misha about his influences, signature Jackson/Bare Knuckle gear and how to face criticism!

Laura Cox - The Captain Meets Mar 23, 2020

Laura Cox is one of the most exciting blues rock players around today, her playing has attracted millions of views on her YouTube channel and she tours extensively with the Laura Cox Band. Laura and the Captain sit down to discuss her guitar playing journey, finding fame on YouTube, and of course... gear.

In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.

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Joe Bonamassa - The Captain Meets Mar 16, 2020

Back in 2014, the Captain sat down with blues virtuoso Joe Bonamassa at the Marshall headquarters to demo and discuss the limited edition Marshall CS JTM145 amp. The guys discuss the story behind this special amp and Joe gets some blistering classic Marshall tones with Bernie Marsden's vintage 1959 Les Paul!

In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.

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James Bay - The Captain Meets Mar 09, 2020

James Bay is an English guitarist and singer-songwriter, probably most well-known for his wildly popular 2014 track ‘Hold Back the River’. What you may not know however, is that James brings a serious level of guitar playing to the table too.

The Captain and James hang out backstage before his sold-out show at the Hammersmith Apollo, nerding out over gear and discussing everything from early musical influences, picking up the guitar for the first time and growing as a musician - there’s even time for a bit of a jam as well!

In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.

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Ian Thornley - The Captain Meets Mar 02, 2020

Ian Thornley is the lead singer and guitarist of Candian-American rock band, Big Wreck. With riffs as powerful as his epic vocals, Ian blew us away with his playing when he dropped by the Andertons Studio for a chat with the Captain.

In a real treat for guitar nerds, they discuss his music, gear, and have an extensive discussion about theory and technique.

In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.

We hope you enjoy the episode - don’t forget to subscribe, share with your friends and follow us on social media for the latest news. ‘Til next time!

Martin Harley - The Captain Meets Feb 24, 2020

Armed with his lap steel guitar, Coodercaster and bottleneck slide, Martin Harley has carved out a distinct tone inspired by the stirring sounds of delta blues and Americana. His last two albums were recorded in Nashville, the spiritual home of American folk and country music.

Alongside his own solo material, Martin has performed with the likes of Eric Clapton, Van Morrison and Laura Marling among others. He stopped by the Andertons TV studio to catch up with his old pal, our very own Captain Anderton - cue conversations about wanderlust, slide guitar tunings, the Nashville experience and much, much more...

Yvette Young - The Captain Meets Feb 14, 2020

Yvette Young is one of guitar music’s rising stars. Making music both as a solo artist and with math-rock trio Covet, her unique style combines two-hand tapping with open tunings and chiming clean tones, influenced by her background as a classically-trained pianist and violinist. Yvette sat down with the Captain in the Andertons studio to talk about gear, inspiration, motivation and life itself.

In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.

We hope you enjoy the episode - don’t forget to subscribe, share with your friends and follow us on social media for the latest news. ‘Til next time!

Ariel Posen - The Captain Meets Jan 31, 2020

One of Canada’s finest guitar exports, Ariel Posen combines gutsy slide playing with a masterful knowledge of harmony – the result is a uniquely expressive form of blues, with a healthy injection of jazz, country and straight-up rock ‘n’ roll. He’s also a regular on Andertons TV! Ariel sat down with the Captain in the Andertons studio to talk about gear, inspiration, motivation and life itself.

In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.

We hope you enjoy the episode - don’t forget to subscribe, share with your friends and follow us on social media for the latest news. ‘Til next time!

Lari Basilio – The Captain Meets Jan 10, 2020

Brazilian guitar virtuoso Lari Basilio is a true musical genius. Combining skilful, melodic and tasteful playing, Lari has developed a unique instrumental style that has garnered appreciation and admiration from across the music world.

Lari stopped by the Andertons HQ to showcase her sensational playing, while also discussing her childhood in São Paulo, why she picked up the instrument, guitar heroes, and a certain collaboration with Joe Satriani...Something that The Captain is very jealous about!

Matt Schofield – The Captain Meets Jan 03, 2020

The LA Daily News once described Matt Schofield using the following sentence. “In Schofield, the UK has produced the best Blues guitarist from any country in decades…head and shoulders above the herd”. Never has a few words been so accurate. Matt has justifiably been ranked alongside notable legendary players, including Peter Green and Eric Clapton – with a level of playing and talent that saw him inducted into the British Blues Hall of Fame.

In this episode, The Captain sits down with Matt to talk growing up in Manchester, musical inspirations, his career to date, and what he’s getting up to in the future. There’s even time for a quick rig tour and a demonstration of his truly mind-boggling guitar skills!

Christoph Kemper – The Captain Meets Dec 27, 2019

This time, the Captain isn’t meeting someone known for their guitar playing ability. No, Christoph Kemper is far more influential. Getting into music as a keys player, Christoph developed his first virtual analogue synth and founded Access Music. He then moved onto guitars, inspired by digital amps.

As you might guess from the name, Christoph is the founder of the company Kemper, who make the guitar gamechanger that is the Profiler – a modelling amp able to create any sound you could possibly imagine. The Captain finds out more about the man behind one of the most influential products in modern music.

Walter Trout – The Captain Meets Dec 20, 2019

The Captain was extremely excited about this one. Old school bluesman Walter Trout is an exceptional guitarist with an ear for a big tune and an inspirational back story.

He made it out of the suburbs growing up on sixties jazz and the big names in rock and roll – eventually joining rock legend John Mayall’s band. Walter Trout recovered from hardship battling drugs and alcohol, and is now over 30 years sober, still on the road with his band and an enviable discography behind him.

Pete Thorn – The Captain Meets Dec 13, 2019

Pete Thorn is one of the most popular and respected gear demonstrators on YouTube, known for his professionalism and immensely versatile guitar playing. However, Pete is also a world-class session musician who has played with the likes of Chris Cornell, Jewel and Don Henley, with several solo albums to his name too.

Originally from Edmonton, Canada, Thorn moved to Los Angeles in his late teens to attend the prestigious Musician's Institute in Los Angeles. He has been a prominent, in-demand player on the LA scene ever since, and regularly travels the world with international acts as well.

During his European clinic tour, Pete stopped by at the Andertons studio and sat down with The Captain to discuss his journey to guitar greatness, as well as his long-time association with Suhr guitars. Giving us a full rundown on his new and highly-innovative PT-15 I.R. Signature Valve Head, Pete shows us why he's such a "guitar nerd" - in his own words!

Mark Agnesi – The Captain Meets Dec 06, 2019

There's far more to Mark Agnesi than just that whole "play authentic" thing (you know what we're talking about). As the General Manager at Norman's Rare Guitars for almost a decade, Agnesi made his name presenting their popular 'Guitar of the Day' YouTube series; becoming a mainstay on their well-subscribed channel.

Head-hunted by Gibson in early 2019, Agnesi was appointed the company's Director of Brand Experience; shortly after Gibson unveiled its back-to-basics, ‘Core Collection’ guitar lineup. As a life-long fan of Gibson, Mark's passion for the brand was evident when he spoke with The Captain back in early October.

Discussing his personal collection of instruments and the difficult decision to relocate to Nashville from Los Angeles, Mark also promised plenty of exciting new products from Gibson. But Mark was particularly excited about the gear that Epiphone will be launching in early 2020. We'll have to wait until the NAMM Show to see what they have in store!

Martin Miller & Tom Quayle - The Captain Meets Nov 22, 2019

Tom Quayle and Martin Miller are spearheading a wave of young guitarists who are out to change the game. Combining a commitment to technique, a passion for jazz harmony and a love for the shred & fusion greats, they've forged an incredible sound that's as precise as it is dynamic.

Tom Quayle started playing at the age of 15, initially preferring rock styles before gravitating towards jazz and fusion. He graduated from Leeds College of Music in 2002, and set about leaving his mark on the guitar world. He's since performed with the likes of John Petrucci, Dweezil Zappa, Greg Howe and many more.

Martin Miller studied at the renowned Carl-Maria-von-Weber college of music in Dresden, Germany, where he cut his teeth on the local performance circuit. Since then, he's hosted clinics and masterclasses worldwide and contributed to countless guitar tuition sits, becoming an invaluable resource for musicians everywhere.

Both now Ibanez artists with their own signature guitars, Tom & Martin stopped by the Andertons studio to give us the lowdown!

That Pedal Show - The Captain Meets Nov 15, 2019

Dan Steinhardt and Mick Taylor have become household names in the guitar community. With their popular 'That Pedal Show' YouTube channel becoming a hub for stompbox fanatics seeking valuable insight into their favourite circuits and designs, there's actually far more to the dynamic duo than just their successful video content.

While Dan is the founder of 'The GigRig' - a company that specialises in pedalboard solutions and manufactures the acclaimed G2 switching system; Mick spent years working for guitar magazines as a journalist, and also co-hosted our 'Acoustic Paradiso' video series on Andertons TV!

The 'That Pedal Show' pair popped down to our video studio to share stories about their musical journeys and more with the always-inquisitive Captain Anderton. Going way back and speaking about their inspirations, Dan and Mick also talk vintage gear and their favourite pedal builders.

Steve Vai - The Captain Meets Nov 13, 2019

Steve Vai – a true living legend. With over 15 million album sold and three Grammy awards under his belt, he’s among the most decorated musicians of all time. He’s also one of the nicest people we’ve ever had the pleasure of interviewing!

Sit back and enjoy over an hour of pure wisdom, from guitar practice techniques to profound life lessons – and everything in between. Vai goes into detail about his first musical steps in a non-musical family, learning guitar with Joe Satriani, embracing being an instrumental frontman and much more. Thanks for stopping by Steve!

Tora Dahle Aagård - The Captain Meets Nov 08, 2019

Tora Dahle Aagård is a guitarist, singer-songwriter and Chapman artist that is making waves – not just in her native Norway, but across the music industry. She combines incredible, highly technical guitar playing with a musicality and presence that belies her 24 years of age. Tora views the guitar as not just a separate musical entity, but as an extension of her vocals. It's this unique view that has helped to separate her from the rest of her peers.

In this wide-ranging interview, The Captain and Tora discuss everything from musical influences, why she decided to pick up the guitar in the first place, and her new album. Tora even gives us a first-hand demonstration using her excellent Chapman V2 ML1 Traditional Standard! Enjoy...

Eric Gales - The Captain Meets Nov 05, 2019

Guitar lovers. Sit back, relax and enjoy the sounds and tales of the legend that is Eric Gales. In this episode of The Captain Meets, Lee sits down with this incredible blues-rock guitarist and gets deep in conversation about the players past, present and future.

In this beautifully honest interview, Eric talks us through some of his more recent releases, has his first encounter with a looper pedal (spoiler, it's unreal) and treats us to some all-round inspiring jams.

A truly inspirational individual and one hell of a player. We thoroughly enjoyed having him join us!

Rabea Massaad - The Captain Meets Nov 01, 2019

Rabea has worked with Andertons for a long time now, but do we really know the man behind the afro? The baritone-wielding guitar virtuoso lets us into his crazy world of music.

Growing up in Leeds with musical parents, Rabea began his musical journey as a drummer before being forced out of action and onto the guitar. Rabea slowly but surely discovered his unique blend of heavy riffing and bluesy lead playing. Now he’s a full-on guitar gear nerd, Chapman Guitars signature artist, lead guitarist in instrumental band Toska and Andertons presenter.

John Petrucci of Dream Theater - The Captain Meets Oct 30, 2019

One of our most popular interviews – Dream Theater legend John Petrucci is a groundbreaking guitarist, incorporating progressive music, shred, jazz and his own unique flavour into one mindblowing band.

John is still a driving member of Dream Theater, with a back catalogue of 14 albums and counting, on top of a number of side projects and guest appearances. The NY-born guitarist is one of the most highly respected guitarists in rock circles and beyond, acting as an influence to the vast majority of modern metal.

He also loves his guitar gear, from his signature Music Man guitars to Mesa Boogie head and everything in between. The Captain gets stuck in with this inspiring and revealing interview.

Dan Patlansky - The Captain Meets Oct 24, 2019

Hailed by many as a modern blues phenomenon, Dan Patlansky is undoubtedly one of South Africa’s most formidable musical exports in recent memory. His sound and style has been compared to the likes of Hendrix and SRV, but with an undeniably electrifying take on the classic blues sound.

For the best part of 2 decades, Patlansky has been making a name for himself as a musical force to be reckoned with. Accolades include being named Male Artist of the Year by Blues & Soul magazine, #4 in the 10 Best Rock Guitarists in the World by Total Guitar magazine, and numerous glowing reviews of his 9-album discography. He’s also 1 of only 6 Fender endorsees in South Africa!

Dan kindly popped into the Andertons TV studio during his UK tour to chat about his affinity for vintage Stratocasters, cutting his teeth touring SA, and much more…

Tommy Emmanuel - The Captain Meets Oct 18, 2019

Australian-American fingerstyle guitar wizard Tommy Emmanuel is something of a household name in the guitar world. Seamlessly blending jazz, folk, blues, bluegrass and country music, he's won countless awards throughout his career and is widely seen as one of the best acoustic guitarists of all time.

Known for his energetic stage presence, genre-defying compositions and spellbinding rhythmic playing, Emmanuel has never been one to shy away from experimentation.

Tommy took some time out of his busy schedule to chat to Lee about his colourful career, his approach to fingerstyle guitar and much more...

Albert Lee - The Captain Meets Aug 21, 2019

A wizard on guitar, Albert Lee is a true ‘old-time’ country and rock player with chops in the bucketloads. You might find it surprising that he’s not actually American! Albert Lee is arguably Britain’s most successful export in the genre, having worked with the Everly Brothers, Eric Clapton and Dolly Parton.

Described as a man without ego by his peers and the likes of Jimmy Page and Ritchie Blackmore, Albert is known as a real guitar player’s guitarist. Most of the time, you’ll find him with his signature Music Man or a Tele in his hands.

Listen to the Captain’s in-depth chat with the legend himself about growing up with the guitar, how he earned his nickname Mr Telecaster and how he keeps himself motivated over six decades of making music.

Gristleman Greg Koch - The Captain Meets Aug 21, 2019

The Gristle King himself! Greg Koch is one of our favourite guitarists here at Andertons. He’s an incredibly expressive, versatile player and we think he’s a bit of an underrated gem.

Greg has an envious catalogue of critically acclaimed albums stretching back to his 1993. Joe Bonamassa and Steve Vai have referred to Greg as an inspiring player and one of the best around today.

Along with all the accolades, Greg Koch is a proper gear nerd and loves his tone twiddling. He takes the Captain through his signature Koch combo amp and Reverend guitars equipped with Gristle-Tone Fishman Fluence pickups.

Jennifer Batten - The Captain Meets Aug 21, 2019

You can tell Jennifer Batten is a guitarist who has put in the hard graft to make it as a pro. And it certainly paid off, making the jump from teaching and playing in a number of cover bands up to playing for Michael Jackson and Jeff Beck.

You’ve got to be good to play with these guys, and Jennifer proved early on that she's got what it takes. She’s famous for her two-hand tapping technique and sumptuous blend of jazz and glamorous ‘80s shred – think Van Halen but funkier.

Jennifer Batten chatted with the Captain about making it big in LA, touring with the biggest pop star ever and shaping your own unique sound to stand out among the crowd.

Josh Middleton (Architects, Sylosis) - The Captain Meets Aug 21, 2019

Josh Middleton has carved a reputation as one of the most technically proficient metal guitarists on the scene. He’s spent the past decade providing hard-hitting riffs for trailblazing UK prog-metallers Architects and Sylosis.

In this episode, Josh chats to Lee about his first steps on the guitar, his ESP guitar collection, songwriting influences and much more. Are pop song structures the key to Architects & Sylosis’ success? Tune in to find out…

Marty Friedman - The Captain Meets Aug 21, 2019

Known for mixing exotic melodies with blistering sweep-picked arpeggios and soulful string bends, Marty Friedman's playing is etched into the memories of adoring guitar players all over the world.

Having previously worked with Megadeth, undoubtedly one of most influential metal acts of all time, Friedman went on to enjoy a highly-successful solo artist in his own right. With a 14-album discography spanning over 30 years, Marty's solo catalogue is incredibly diverse, exhibiting the full extent of his songwriting and playing abilities.

He took some time to chat with Lee about his unique picking techniques, his approach to melodic lead playing, finding success in Japan and much more.

Marcus Miller - The Captain Meets Aug 21, 2019

Multiple Grammy Award winner Marcus Miller is one of the most celebrated bassists and producers in the world. As well as producing dozens of studio albums, film scores and compositions, he's performed and recorded with the likes of Miles Davis, Luther Vandross, Aretha Franklin and countless others.

Marcus also teamed up with Sire to produce the incredible Sire Marcus Miller range. Combining world-class specifications with a huge variety of styles and configurations, Miller's bass range struck the perfect balance between professional and affordable.

Mr. Miller himself stopped by the studio to chat to Lee about his vast discography, jazz harmony in a bass context, and many a story spanning his colourful career!

Danish Pete Honore - The Captain Meets Aug 21, 2019

One of our most requested episodes since day one! Lee finally sat down with everyone’s favourite Danish guitar god to have a proper chat – enjoy!

First of all, yes, Pete is in fact Danish. Peter Honore originally hailed from Denmark, land of pastries, Carlsberg and really happy people according to multiple studies. Pete has enjoyed a colourful career touring the world with some of the biggest artists on the planet; Girls Aloud, Westlife, Tom Jones and Lionel Richie, to name a handful.

He now resides in London and is in charge of delivering top-notch videos on Andertons TV. He likes Hawaiian shirts, John Mayer and the colour purple – and we wouldn’t have him any other way!

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