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Elvis and JD Simo

JD Simo unpacks the legacy of Elvis Presley and reveals how he nailed Scotty Moore’s guitar tone for Baz Luhrmann’s new biopic

By Alison Richter published

As sole guitar player on Elvis, JD Simo left no stone unturned in search of the gear to bring rock ’n’ roll history to life, but as he explains, it was a gig he had been waiting his whole life for

Joe Bonamassa

From metal heavyweights to hot funk ’n’ roll: here are this week's essential guitar tracks

By Michael Astley-Brown, Jackson Maxwell, Sam Roche published

Fresh cuts from Joe Bonamassa, Mastodon, Lomelda, South of Eden and more

Blues-Rock Guitar Powerhouse JD Simo Talks New Album, 'Off at 11'

By Alan Paul published

'Off at 11' is another step toward the 34-year-old Chicago native establishing himself as a contemporary blues rock giant.

J.D. Simo Premieres New Track, “You Need Love”

By Richard Bienstock published

Bluesy track is the first single from the guitarist and singer’s forthcoming album, ‘Off at 11.’

Tommy Emmanuel Premieres Cover of "(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay," Featuring J.D. Simo

By Jackson Maxwell published

Simo Premiere "Shine" Music Video

By Jackson Maxwell published

Simo Premiere "Long May You Sail" Music Video

By Damian Fanelli published

Nashville's J.D. Simo Shows Some Allman Joy on His Band’s New Album, 'Let Love Show the Way'

By Alan Paul published

Nashville Power Trio Simo Offer Free Download of New Single, "Long May You Sail"

By Damian Fanelli published

J.D. Simo: The Best Guitarist in Nashville? — Video

By Damian Fanelli published

J.D. Simo used to hold the coveted guitar spot in the Don Kelly Band in Nashville (top video). Now he's branched out on his own (bottom video).