James Wood
James is a guitarist and freelance writer who's interviewed some of the biggest names in music. He is the author of four books and his writing credits include work for Guitar World, AXS and Yahoo! as well as for his hometown newspaper where he writes on a variety of topics with both passion and humor. As a guitarist, he's performed everywhere from local bars and nightclubs to some of the biggest stages in front of thousands of music fans.
Latest articles by James Wood
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‘One For The Road’: Cinderella Guitarist Jeff LaBar Delivers First Solo Album
By James Wood published
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Richie Kotzen Discusses New 'Essential' Package and Memorable Moments from His Career
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Buckcherry Guitarist Keith Nelson Talks New EP, 'Fuck,' and His Gibson Collector’s Choice Les Paul
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Steve Morse Talks Deep Purple History and U.S. Tour, Plus New Flying Colors Album, 'Second Nature'
By James Wood published
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'Rock Your Face Off': Kix Guitarists Ronnie Younkins and Brian Forsythe Talk New Album
By James Wood published
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‘Museum’: Former White Lion Vocalist Mike Tramp Talks New Music, Guitars and Touring
By James Wood published
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‘Rockabilly Riot’: Brian Setzer Talks New Album, Gretsch Guitars and Future of Rockabilly
By James Wood published
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‘1000hp’: Guitarist Tony Rombola Talks New Godsmack Album and Side Project
By James Wood published
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Asia's John Wetton and Sam Coulson Talk New Album, ‘Gravitas’
By James Wood published
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LA Sessions: 14-Year-Old Guitarist Ray Goren Talks New EP and Working with Jimi Hendrix Producer Eddie Kramer
By James Wood published
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Shut Up & Jam!: Ted Nugent Discusses New Album and His Kamp for Kids
By James Wood published
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Future's Past: Dave Mason Talks Recording with Jimi Hendrix, New Album and More
By James Wood published
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Very High Frequency: Joel Hoekstra Discusses VHF and New Night Ranger Album, 'High Road'
By James Wood published
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Roll with the Changes: Dave Amato Talks Guitars and 25 Years with REO Speedwagon
By James Wood published
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Guitarist Nita Strauss Talks Touring with Alice Cooper, Gear and Three-Guitar Attacks
By James Wood published
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The Long Run: Don Felder Talks Soundtrack of Summer Tour, Eagles Highlights and More
By James Wood published
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Joe Perry Talks Aerosmith, Touring with Slash and His Upcoming Autobiography
By James Wood published
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Guitarist Jeff Rains Discusses His New Album, 'From The Ashes'
By James Wood published
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'I'll Have Some of That!' —Joey Sykes Talks Babys Reunion and Working with Wally Stocker
By James Wood published
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California Breed: Guitarist Andrew Watt Discusses His New Trio with Glenn Hughes and Jason Bonham
By James Wood published
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Guitarist Brad Gillis Talks New Night Ranger Album, 'High Road'
By James Wood published
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Mushroomhead's J Mann and Church Discuss New Album, 'The Righteous & The Butterfly'
By James Wood published
Mushroomhead fans can rejoice! The influential industrial metal band celebrates its 20th anniversary with a brand new studio album, The Righteous & The Butterfly.
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'In My Soul': Robert Cray Discusses His New Album, Seeing Jimi Hendrix and the Power of the Blues
By James Wood published
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