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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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- 3-String-Guitar.com - John "Red Dog" McNair's unique take on cigar box guitars and their history - lots of historic photos!
- The Cigar Box Guitar Manifesto - the mission statement and rallying cry for the Cigar Box Guitar Revolution.
Forum
Neck though corner
Started by Engblom in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Infirmity Citrus President 1 hour ago. 2 Replies 1 Like
Tutorial of weed eater used for strings on bass
Started by Anthony adams in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by BrianQ. 21 hours ago. 4 Replies 2 Likes
Steel String Tenor Uke: soundboard & truss questions
Started by Luke H in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Timothy Hunter on Thursday. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Photos...done at last, nearly. The Pine guitar.
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans on Tuesday. 17 Replies 3 Likes
What did I get for Christmas... Incentive, Inspiration Motivation.
Started by Taffy Evans in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever Jan 11. 0 Replies 3 Likes
Truss rod length
Started by Engblom in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Engblom Jan 7. 8 Replies 0 Likes
How can this CBG be so loud
Started by Engblom in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Timothy Hunter Jan 6. 2 Replies 0 Likes
What random stuff have you used for a bridge?
Started by Muddytone in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Greg Brown Jan 6. 7 Replies 2 Likes
Converting 3 string to 4 string
Started by Robert Bryan in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Oscar Stern Dec 27, 2022. 3 Replies 1 Like
Plectrum
Started by Engblom in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by BrianQ. Dec 26, 2022. 5 Replies 0 Likes
Need Help on building a Hubcap Guitar
Started by T-Gripped in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by T-Gripped Dec 25, 2022. 18 Replies 0 Likes
Restoration of a Regal 1930s Domino guitar. with video
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Tom T Dec 25, 2022. 8 Replies 6 Likes
Annual Gitty & Friends Christmas concert 2022
Started by BrianQ. in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Uncle John Dec 23, 2022. 2 Replies 2 Likes
I like Spam, just not on Cigar Box Nation!
Started by BrianQ. in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by BrianQ. Dec 22, 2022. 11 Replies 0 Likes
Canjo pickups
Started by David Blackburn in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Byrd Franklin Dec 22, 2022. 5 Replies 0 Likes
CIGAR BOX NATION CHRISTMAS ALBUM 2022
Started by Slowpaw Steve T in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Ben "C. B. Gitty" Baker Dec 22, 2022. 21 Replies 7 Likes
DYI Box
Started by Jerry Draper in Using cigarboxnation.com - posting, profiles, web help. Last reply by Jerry Draper Dec 16, 2022. 11 Replies 0 Likes
Getting intonation right
Started by Engblom in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Dec 14, 2022. 7 Replies 0 Likes
Anyone with experience in 1-3-1 tuning?
Started by Engblom in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by BrianQ. Dec 14, 2022. 10 Replies 1 Like
GCEA uke tuning, deeper sound
Started by Peter V Owens in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion Dec 14, 2022. 0 Replies 0 Likes
Blog Posts
A Tribute
Posted by Ghostbuttons on January 15, 2023 at 12:00pm 1 Comment 2 Likes
Rest In Peace, Anonymous Pick. We Lost a Legend.
Posted by Cigar Box Nation on October 13, 2022 at 11:00am 33 Comments 6 Likes
Billy Jones & Delta Blues Outlaws
Posted by billy jones bluez on October 3, 2022 at 2:05pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
Saying Goodbye To a Long Time Friend
Posted by Poorness Studios on September 17, 2022 at 2:00am 4 Comments 3 Likes
Let’s talk Aeolian…
Posted by BrianQ. on August 26, 2022 at 5:05pm 0 Comments 1 Like
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Wild Horses played on Western Patron Cigar Box Guitar
"I can feel the passion in your singing and playing James. Well done."
How Are You BCB 2023
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My Entire Kazoo Collection (in 2 minutes)
"You are the Kazoo King, Kale, with quite the Kollection! Does a Kazoo play a day keep the doctor…"
1930's Slide Blues Guitar - Old School Cigar Box Blues
"thanks, it was a crudely built 4 string guitar with a piezo pickup...and tape holding the box…"
Bridge Over Troubled Water: 2-String Surf Chugger Cigar Box Guitar
"I appreciate the listen Brian, Alan, and James! Unlike the original version (done in the studio…"
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19th Annual Cigar Box Guitar Festival
June 3, 2023 from 11am to 8pm – Huntsville, AL
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