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PBS REEL SOUTH "SHAKEM ON DOWN" VIDEO
Started this discussion. Last reply by Blind Lemon Cello Mar 9, 2017. 2 Replies 1 Like
This is an awesome episode about Mississippi Fred McDowell.http://www.pbs.org/video/2365929363/Continue
"JOHNNY LOWEBOW TRIBUTE" MISSISSIPPI HILL COUNTRY BLUES "STRAT"
Started this discussion. Last reply by Blind Lemon Cello Sep 11, 2015. 8 Replies 0 Likes
“This is for the player who is serious about achieving that Mississippi tone".This is a tribute that started life as a kids guitar, and all specs & string sizes were taken from an original…Continue
"AMMO CRATE" 9V/120V 3 SPEAKERS "GOT BOOGIE?"
Started this discussion. Last reply by Blind Lemon Cello Mar 15, 2014. 1 Reply 0 Likes
This ammo crate 9v amp started life as a Guitar Fuel SD-MAH3 amp kit. After installing into a nice Romeo y Julieta box, I decided I needed more volume & tone. Contacted Guitar Fuel about adding…Continue
Acoustic Stomp Box, Mississippi Drum Machine
Started Feb 25, 2014 0 Replies 0 Likes
I built 6 of these passive acoustic stomp boxes over the last year & have 1 left for sale. They are built out of 3/4" birch, weigh about 9 lbs. & produce a wonderful bass drum sound with…Continue
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"Could be a number of things. But I'm not a fan of piezo pups without some kind of EQ or FX."
Jesse Cotton Stone, Lightnin Malcom, Deak Harp (2019 Juke Joint Fest)
"Nice to see music take over the street. "
Jesse Cotton Stone, Lightnin Malcom, Deak Harp (2019 Juke Joint Fest)
"Your welcome UJ!
Sorry you missed SSS gig.
Maybe we can meet one year at the fest?"
Jesse Cotton Stone, Lightnin Malcom, Deak Harp (2019 Juke Joint Fest)
"That is the dream fest and trip. Thanks, Cello!"
Jesse Cotton Stone, Lightnin Malcom, Deak Harp (2019 Juke Joint Fest)
Jesse killing it on the street in front of Deak Harp's shop in Clarksdale, MS 2019 Juke Joint Fest with Lightnin Malcolm on Drums.
"Thanks SSM!
Saw SSS at Clarksdale and showed him pics of tribute, he was very gracious. Check out vid.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JfgXhiUlN5k"
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Comment Wall (10 comments)
- At 1:13pm on January 1, 2016,
Jim Morris said…
Thanks man, I just shelled out $200 for the Zoom q4 but I think I should have done a bit more research since this looks and sounds great!
- At 1:52am on September 13, 2015,
Tim Elbert said…
Hey Man!!
So what was the name od the book, can't seem to find it but it sure sounds like something to have
Tim
- At 2:25am on September 12, 2015,
What's the deal with that Robert Johnson book?
Were can I get one?
- At 10:07am on April 17, 2014,
Dave Lynas said…
- Hey Blind Lemon, been looking to see your Harmony 1270. Hope it's strings have come and you can take a pic.... Dave
- At 4:50am on November 12, 2013,
3 String Blues said…
The beast demo is way rad!
- At 2:56am on September 4, 2013,
Randy S. Bretz said…
I did one for Ted Crocker a few years ago, but that was a full bone slide carving
- At 5:44pm on September 3, 2013,
You can either message me here or checkout my Face book page. https://www.facebook.com/MojoboneWorks I don`t have a web site, I prefer custom work.
- At 5:46am on May 18, 2013,
Keni Lee Burgess said…
Thank you Blind Lemon Cello for joining my group. Feel free to add to the discussions or ask question. Please check out my instructional video CDs: http://www.ebay.com/sch/njmikeb/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p3686
Enjoy your practice, Keni Lee
- At 1:31am on April 23, 2013,
BUGGY (C) said…
- Hi
Have you any royalty free tunes we can use on our radio station?
- At 11:52am on April 20, 2013,
Low Budget Luthier said…
t/y mr. lemon
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Alan Lomax’s Massive Music Archive Is Online: Features 17,000 Historic Blues & Folk Recordings
Posted on April 4, 2019 at 12:00pm 3 Comments 0 Likes
Seasick Steve 3/23/18 Clarksdale, MS. Who's going?
Posted on February 25, 2018 at 5:12am 11 Comments 2 Likes
I've been waiting years to see SSS & now I get the chance to see him at an intimate venue with a great buddy of mine at ground zero for da' blues. I'm stoked & can't wait to boogie with you Seasick!!
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Forum
3-String Bass Project - Dual pickups with switch.
Started by Tim Dvorak in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Tim Dvorak 23 hours ago. 8 Replies 0 Likes
First licence plate build
Started by Michael Myers in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by BrianQ. on Tuesday. 1 Reply 0 Likes
Pick ups and number plate cbgs
Started by Michael Myers in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Michael Myers on Tuesday. 6 Replies 0 Likes
The entirely hypothetical encylopedic CGB design and construction book - a long post
Started by Infirmity Citrus President in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Doug Thorsvik on Tuesday. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Vintage Hubcap guitar build all stages...
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Tom T on Monday. 1 Reply 1 Like
Converting 3 string to 4 string
Started by Robert Bryan in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Carl Floyd on Saturday. 15 Replies 1 Like
Handy adhesive
Started by John B Treutlein in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Mar 17. 11 Replies 1 Like
String noise
Started by Michael Myers in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Michael Myers Mar 17. 6 Replies 0 Likes
Build this Wooden Kick Drum Pedal
Started by Rose Ericson in Feature Articles. Last reply by Slow Mick Mar 16. 35 Replies 11 Likes
What random stuff have you used for a bridge?
Started by Muddytone in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Ghostbuttons Mar 14. 16 Replies 2 Likes
3 string or 4? Trying to make a decision
Started by Nathan Binns in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Oscar Stern Mar 14. 12 Replies 0 Likes
Redeemed myself after a dumb mistake!
Started by Hilo Greg in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Hilo Greg Mar 9. 4 Replies 2 Likes
My next creation,I’m hooked…I guess
Started by John B Treutlein in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion Mar 2. 0 Replies 2 Likes
Neck though corner
Started by Engblom in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Michael Fred Johnson Feb 28. 6 Replies 1 Like
Part 1 HUBCAP guitar build series!
Started by Taffy Evans in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Taffy Evans Feb 27. 1 Reply 2 Likes
Inspired by the pick axe guitar, the sledge hammer
Started by jonathan leslie in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by jonathan leslie Feb 26. 6 Replies 2 Likes
Need Help on building a Hubcap Guitar
Started by T-Gripped in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Feb 25. 22 Replies 0 Likes
Vintage Hub Cap Guitar Build
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Feb 24. 4 Replies 4 Likes
Considering wood tuners
Started by John B Treutlein in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Feb 17. 15 Replies 1 Like
Playing a bit!
Started by John B Treutlein in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by John B Treutlein Feb 12. 3 Replies 0 Likes
Blog Posts
The Fred BassJo, aka the Sore Thumb banjo
Posted by Fergus Lester on March 7, 2023 at 12:11am 1 Comment 0 Likes
WARNING ABOUT NON_APPROPRIATE ACTIONS OFMr James Pollard
Posted by Slow Mick on March 4, 2023 at 10:00pm 5 Comments 0 Likes
Instruments built by Slow Mick (aka Mikhail Yakunkin)
Posted by Slow Mick on February 28, 2023 at 9:05am 5 Comments 2 Likes
I bought a torsion rod for a mandolin and lost the instructions to cut into the neck. I bought the torsion bar from gitty.
Posted by Anthony adams on February 28, 2023 at 4:49am 1 Comment 0 Likes
Stereo recording with a looper pedal
Posted by Sean Jay on February 27, 2023 at 3:30am 1 Comment 0 Likes
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Statesboro Blues on home made LPG & Iowa Saxophone
"Thanks, AGP. I don't know how I got two posted. I deleted the other."
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"Yep!, I like where this build is heading, can't wait to see the finished product, especially…"
Kick Starter Blues
"Never had a Motorsickle of any type in my life, more than likely it's the reason I'm…"
Statesboro Blues on home made LPG & Iowa Saxophone
""Sweet UJ", Good choice of Song, Played and Sung nicely as always, I've always liked…"
Statesboro Blues on home made LPG & Iowa Saxophone
License Plate Guitar and harmonica. Open G tuning.
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19th Annual Cigar Box Guitar Festival
June 3, 2023 from 11am to 8pm – Huntsville, AL
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