The Cigar Box Guitar Builder Podcast

Party on the Patio 4

Ok, this is me basically having a great time with a group of incredible people. Listening to great rock n blues and jamming on CBGs.

I begin by having a little 'rant' about people who are giving Facebook users who advertise or post their business or builds a hard time. I understand their point of view but respectfully disagree as I truely believe that if used sensibly, social media can be an awesome way to spread the word of cbgs around the world. Let's face it, it's the future of advertising, like it or not. 

The middle section is a selection of 3 songs from the night. The first is one of my favourite songs ever and the last two are a jam with Matt Charnley and Rob Chapple who are both playing CBGs 

Finally I bring it back with a word about new players.

Big thanks

Adam Harrison

Episode 16. Nigel McTrustry.

In this episode Mark and I chat to a CBG legend, the amazing Nigel McTrustry from McTrustry CBGs. Nigel has been building and performing with CBGs since about 2009 and has built a fantastic reputation. Check out his new single 'Yellow Dog' at the end of the podcast. Enjoy, Adam. 

Episode 15. Talking Guitars and shop boo boos.

In this episode Mark and I discuss workshop misshaps, electric guitars and why kids on bikes around powertools don't mix. Also, we chat about busines vs tax when it comes to developing your work area and why hollow plactic nuts suck. 

Episode 14. The one and only Ukulele Ray

Ukulele Ray has been building and playing ukuleles for over 35 years. So the opportunity to interview him for the podcast was too much to pass up! He is such a giving individual and I really appreciate the opportunity to spend a couple of hours speaking with him over the last couple of days. Be sure to check out his Facebook page and videos on youtube.

My song of Hope

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MfgJSyA10kE

Episode 13. String Tuning and Cheap Vs Quality

In this episode Mark and I discuss different string tuning and possibly ruffle a few feathers when we discuss the question of cheap prices Vs quality. Mark and I both have our own ideas and you have yours so please don't hesitate to share your opinion on the podcast Facebook Group. What do you think? Can cheap CBGs or indeed any instrument be made and still be good? Thoughts?

Adam

Episode 12. John Nickel

Episode 12 and we hit the big time! In this episode I get to interview the very talented John Nickel. John has been one of the pioneers of the more recent CBG revolution and is well respected as a man who works tirelessly to promote the craft and help people on their own building journey. I could have spoken to John for twice or three times as long as we did and hopefully we can catch up again in the near future to discuss more. Sit back and enjoy, John Nickel.

Episode 11 Dave Street from Little Crow Guitars

In this episode Mark and I chat with Dave Street from Little Crow Guitars. What a fantastic bloke! You might know Dave through the videos that Justin Johnson made and is still making with his blues plank range of guitars. He gives some great tips on using oil to finish guitars and reveals his secrets to shaping necks. 

On a personal note I have had some problems with Facebook losing my personal profile (Adam at Birdwood Guitars). Due to this glitch I cant admin the group to accept new members or post updates. If you wish to join the group, or are already a member please find 'THE CIGAR BOX GUITAR BUILDER PODCAST GROUP' and switch to the new group. Have a great week!!! Adam Harrison.

The Cigar Box Guitar Builder Podcast. Episode 10. Selling at the markets

Hi all! In this episode Mark and I discuss our experiences selling at markets and fairs. The ins and outs, the ups and downs and many things in between. These experiences are ours independently and may differ from other peoples experiences, and thats ok. Don't forget we are now on iTunes of course so leave a comment or give us few (5) stars.

Big thanks, Adam.

The Cigar Box Guitar Builder Podcast Episode 9

In this episone Mark and I (Adam) chat with Pat Curley from Learncigarboxguitar.com

We talk about old friends, good parts and learning how to play cigar box guitar.

Australia's Wildlife will Get Ya. Talking Tools and Bugs with Mark Wilmot

This week, Mark Wilmot from MRWS instrument Supplies joins TCBGB Podcast to talk shop, new gear, old tools and dangerous insects. Don't forget to check out the group for accompanying pics of my first electric guitar.