Entries by Myrna Cazessus

Watch Paolo Nutini’s ‘Iron Sky’ at Abbey Road

Scottish singer/songwriter Paolo Nutini has kept out of the spotlight for the past few years, but with the new album Caustic Love slated to come out April 14, he is returning to the music industry with a soulful bang. Nutini recently turned in an amazing performance at London’s Abbey Road Studios, offering up a heart wrenching version […]

Watch David Nail Perform on Letterman

Earlier this month, Grammy-winning country artist David Nail appeared on The Late Show with David Letterman to celebrate the March 4 release of his new album I’m a Fire.  With his Antique Sunburst Guild D-55 in hand, Nail performed the country-pop lead single “Whatever She’s Got.” The tune has become a staple on country radio, reaching […]

Beck Performs ‘Waking Light’ on Fallon

Beck’s latest album Morning Phase is a collection of mellow gems that recall his 2002 record Sea Change, with simple melodies and soul-soothing vocals. The Los Angeles-based troubadour performed a couple of his new standout tracks last night on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. On both “Say Goodbye” and “Waking Light,”  bassist Justin Meldal-Johnsen  can […]

John Mayer Trio Perform on Late Night with Seth Meyers

A reunited John Mayer Trio enjoyed their first TV performance in nearly five years with an appearance this week on the new Late Night with Seth Meyers. Mayer, bassist Pino Palladino and drummer Steve Jordan were joined by Chick Corea, Manolo Badrena and Wallace Roney for a jazzy cover of JJ Cale’s “After Midnight.” Mayer, […]

Band of Horses Appear on Ellen

While in the middle of an acoustic tour in support of live album Acoustic at the Ryman, Band of Horses also made time for an appearance on the Ellen DeGeneres Show where they performed a stripped down version of one of their most popular songs, “No One’s Gonna Love You.” The performance features guitarist Tyler […]

Sean Watkins Performs a New Track in the Guild Lounge

In addition to his work with bands like Nickel Creek, Fiction Family and the Americana super group WPA, Sean Watkins is also an accomplished solo artist. Planning on releasing fourth solo album All I Do is Lie at some point this year, it was a real treat when Watkins stopped by the Guild Lounge to play its […]

Andertons Music Demos the Starfire IV and X-175 Manhattan

Andertons Music recently had an opportunity to demo two Guild guitars from the Newark St. Collection – the Starfire IV and X-175 Manhattan, and both instruments received high marks. “The Guild Starfire IV is a familiar design with a quirky character all of its own,” noted the reputed dealer.  “The jagged scratchplate, ‘Harp’ tailpiece and distinctive ‘anti-hum’ […]

David Nail Readies New Album

  Country artist David Nail will release new album I’m A Fire on March 4. The 11-track effort is a follow-up to his critically-acclaimed 2011 album, The Sound of a Million Dreams, which featured no. 1 hit “Let It Rain.” Fans have already gotten a taste of what’s in store with I’m A Fire lead single “Whatever […]

Sting Joins Matthew Koma for Live Performance

During a set at the Cherrytree House Live show at Magicopolis in Santa Monica, Calif., late last year, Matthew Koma welcomed a surprise special guest on stage. Sting walked out as Koma began playing an acoustic version of Zedd’s “Clarity,” which Koma co-wrote.  The former Police frontman, who also performed during the event, noted that […]

Watch Dan Croll Perform Two Live Tracks At: Guitar Center

British singer/songwriter Dan Croll and his band recently stopped by Guitar Center in Hollywood to talk to host Nic Harcourt on his At: Guitar Center podcast. The 23 year old’s full-length debut album is set to be released in March 2014, but Croll offered a taste of the material with an intimate performance of the […]