StringjoyThis week on Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott unravel one of the eeriest, darkest threads in music history: the twisted tale of Charles Manson and his brush with late-‘60s rock stardom. Before he became a household name for all the wrong reasons, Manson fancied himself the next folk-rock prophet—and actually got closer to achieving his goal than you might think. In this chat the guys dig into his bizarre connections with L.A.’s music elite, from jam sessions at Dennis Wilson’s house to a reworked Manson song making its way onto a Beach Boys record. It’s a wild ride through failed recording deals, cult manipulation, and the uneasy intersection of fame and fanaticism. As the story spirals toward infamy, Blake & Scott reflect on how Manson’s musical dreams bled into his nightmarish legacy. Creepy, compelling, and full of "how the heck did that happen?" moments—this one’s a chilling twirl you won’t want to miss.
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Charles Manson & The Beach BoysStringjoy2025-04-18 | This week on Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott unravel one of the eeriest, darkest threads in music history: the twisted tale of Charles Manson and his brush with late-‘60s rock stardom. Before he became a household name for all the wrong reasons, Manson fancied himself the next folk-rock prophet—and actually got closer to achieving his goal than you might think. In this chat the guys dig into his bizarre connections with L.A.’s music elite, from jam sessions at Dennis Wilson’s house to a reworked Manson song making its way onto a Beach Boys record. It’s a wild ride through failed recording deals, cult manipulation, and the uneasy intersection of fame and fanaticism. As the story spirals toward infamy, Blake & Scott reflect on how Manson’s musical dreams bled into his nightmarish legacy. Creepy, compelling, and full of "how the heck did that happen?" moments—this one’s a chilling twirl you won’t want to miss.
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This YouTube video and all associated audio-visual content are provided under license from Tone Mob LLC. Any reproduction, redistribution, public performance, or other use beyond personal viewing is prohibited without the express written permission of Tone Mob LLC.When Hank Williams Jr. Hit Rock Bottom (Literally)Stringjoy2025-08-26 | What does it take to break free from your father’s shadow? For Hank Williams Jr., it was just about every bone in his body.
In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Scott and Blake trace Hank Jr.’s journey from teen imitator of his iconic dad to one of country’s fiercest originals.
Sparked by a mighty tumble off the Smoky Mountains that nearly killed him, Hank Jr. relearned how to walk, talk, and make music — and, miraculously, was all the better for it.
With “Family Tradition” and “Whiskey Bent and Hellbound,” he embraced southern rock swagger, celebrated his vices, and created music that was unapologetically his own.
Along the way, he reshaped country music itself, proving that second-generation stars could blaze trails, not just imitate them. Tune in and hear the story of how one brutal fall gave rise to a legend.
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The name’s Blackwell — Chris Blackwell. In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Scott and Blake dive into the unexpected story of the Island Records founder who reshaped global music.
Raised among Jamaica’s colonial elites, Blackwell was rescued from a near-death experience by Rastafarian fishermen who gave him a new lease on life and a newfound devotion to reggae.
From there, Blackwell founded Island Records and launched Jamaican music into the mainstream.
And that wasn’t all—he gave Nick Drake freedom to fail, signed Roxy Music for their style alone, and gambled on a scrappy Irish band named U2.
Was Blackwell a visionary who elevated voices from the margins, or a clever colonizer who repackaged them?
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On this week’s Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott unravel the unwieldy tale of Chinese Democracy, the album born of Axl’s unrelenting vision… but at what cost??
With endless lineup changes and a vicious cycle of revisions, this Slash/Izzy/Duff-less GNR record looms large as a passion project pit against some extremely lofty expectations. Did Axl pull it off?
Was Chinese Democracy doomed by its own hype, or is it somehow a massively overlooked gem of ambition?
Tune in for a cautionary tale about chasing perfection with a bucket on your head. (And a chicken coop in your studio?)
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FIND US AT... Our Homebase: stringjoy.com Instagram: instagram.com/stringjoy TikTok: tiktok.com/@stringjoy Facebook: facebook.com/stringjoy Twitter: twitter.com/stringjoystaffWeezer’s Pinkerton & the Curse of the Sophomore SlumpStringjoy2025-08-05 | You’ve got your entire life to write your debut… and 6 months to top it! In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake and Scott explore the dreaded sophomore slump, breaking down why second records are so difficult to perfect and why our perceptions of them often change with the added context of time. Whether it’s a Hootie, a Beastie, Alanis, or U2 this one’s a celebration of overreach, awkward pivots, and the impossible expectations we put on artists. Are these sequels genuine disappointments, or is this the way we punish artists who dare to evolve? Jump into the episode and see what you think!
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In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake and Scott explore how Ocean dropped the hauntingly beautiful visual album Endless to fulfill his contract with Def Jam… only to self-release Blonde the very next day, fully independent and with total creative control.
Ocean not only beat the system, he reshaped how the system works, cementing his status as one of hip-hop’s modern masters and brilliant escape artists.
Whether you’re a Frank fan or just curious about the most baller bait-and-switch in recent music history, this one’s worth the listen.
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But did the band have to be cursed in order to make it?
On the latest episode of Tape Spaghetti, we sat down with Joe Branton of @Guitar-nerds to go over the tale and ask ourselves the big question…
Was it all real?This Mars Volta Album Was So Cursed, They Buried the EvidenceStringjoy2025-07-23 | Post-hardcore… or purely paranormal? In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake and Scott are joined by Guitar Nerds host and certified Mars Volta superfan Joe Branton to dive into the tangled sonic séance of an album known as The Bedlam in Goliath.
At the center of the chaos is The Soothsayer, a Ouija board that channeled the beyond, inspired the album’s otherworldly themes, and may have triggered a series of bizarre, destructive events.
Joe helps unravel the ghostly chaos from studio meltdowns and mysteriously vanishing tracks, to injuries and nervous breakdowns that nearly tore the band apart. Was this record haunted, genius, or both?
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In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake and Scott untangle the absurd, fascinating world of pop music myths that have outlived the truth—and sometimes even the music.
From Keith Richards’ vampiric "detox secret", the truth behind Roy Orbison’s sunglasses, to the long-forgotten tale of Billy Idol’s (mostly) made-up dark side, they dive into why certain urban legends stick, and how they become part of a musician’s mythos.
The conversation unpacks how misquotes, PR stunts, and the occasional mischief that feeds the beast—and why sometimes we fans want to believe.
Tune in and find out how myths can sometimes become more famous than the melodies.
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In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake and Scott dive into the curious case of Garth: how the most successful country megastar of all time quietly vanished from the digital conversation.
From his exclusive Wal-Mart distribution deal to his current Prime-only existence, Garth took a left turn just as the industry shifted right.
The guys explore how his stubborn and unique approach has shaped his legacy and made him a lost icon in the streaming age.
He’s an absolute country music titan hidden behind paywalls. Which begs the question... Did Garth outsmart the system or get left behind?
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That would be none other than the famous radio DJ, Dr. Demento.
Along the way, a somewhat disturbing pattern was noticed amongst a great number of the most popular tracks from a certain time period…
Grab the whole episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, the Stringjoy YouTube channel or anywhere else you get your shows!
#drdemento #comedymusic #musicpodcastFrank Sinatra, Judas Priest & Billie Holiday: Songs That Kill?Stringjoy2025-07-01 | In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake and Scott dive face-first into music’s weirdest death rumors and darkest true stories. There’s the tearjerker blamed for a wave of suicides, a karaoke tune so deadly it practically needs a warning label, and a funk song with a scream that allegedly captured a murder on tape. Fun! They unpack the infamous Judas Priest trial, where lawyers tried to prove metal made teens pull the trigger. They explore SoundCloud rap’s tragic body count, AI-generated TikTok horror tracks, and the age-old human need to blame anything but ourselves. Music, mayhem, moral panic... It’s all here.
So put on your headphones, dim the lights, and maybe don’t sing Sinatra in public. Just sayin’.
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In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake and Scott unpack the strange, star-studded circus that was the 1985 PMRC Senate hearings, where musicians faced off against Tipper Gore and her crusade for warning labels on music.
Digging into the bizarre unity of avant-garde snark, glam metal fury, and folk-pop sincerity, the guys discuss how this unlikely free-speech dream team of artists spoke truth to power in front of a room full of very serious senators.
Who gets to decide what’s “appropriate,” and what happens when government, art, and fear collide?
Featuring testimony that still echoes today in an algorithm-governed media landscape, it’s part courtroom drama, part culture war, and part rock ‘n’ roll roast
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In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake and Scott marvel at the unbelievable life of one of music’s most fascinating figures —a man who went from Army Ranger to Oxford scholar to Nashville janitor to global icon.
Kristofferson could outbox you, outthink you, outfly you, and then write a song that rips your heart out.
The guys cover his wild journey through academia, the military, outlaw country, and Hollywood, plus his advocacy and late-in-life recognition. From The Highwaymen to A Star Is Born, this isn’t just a story about music—it’s about living full tilt. Sometimes an artist's myth is about more than just their music.
Which begs the question: was Kris Kristofferson the most interesting man in music history?
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FIND US AT... Our Homebase: stringjoy.com Instagram: instagram.com/stringjoy TikTok: tiktok.com/@stringjoy Facebook: facebook.com/stringjoy Twitter: twitter.com/stringjoystaffNirvana vs The World: In Utero & The Sound Of Self DestructionStringjoy2025-06-10 | After Nevermind conquered the world, Nirvana could’ve played it safe. Instead, the biggest band on earth decided to get weirder, louder, and more abrasive. On this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake and Scott dissect In Utero, an album that spit in the face of expectations and stripped Nirvana to its bleeding core. They unpack the band’s refusal to play by the rules after the megahit polish of Nevermind, choosing instead to let Steve Albini tape together their rawest instincts. The conversation touches on the anti-commercial defiance baked into every track, the band’s complex relationship with fame, and why In Utero still punches like a gut check 30 years later. Press play and dive into the swirling, stinging, hyper-raw sounds of grunge’s last stand.
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FIND US AT... Our Homebase: stringjoy.com Instagram: instagram.com/stringjoy TikTok: tiktok.com/@stringjoy Facebook: facebook.com/stringjoy Twitter: twitter.com/stringjoystaffDead Puppies, Fish Heads & Bologna: How Dr. Demento Made Weird Al WeirdStringjoy2025-06-03 | Before TikTok trends, YouTube parodies, and silly podcasts (present company excluded), there was Dr. Demento—the godfather of gloriously goofy music. In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake and Scott explore the madcap legacy of the airwave anarchist who championed cultural absurdity and without whom we might never have had Weird Al Yankovic. What’s the power of parody and the social value of silliness? As the guys discover, novelty songs are more than just punchlines — they’re portals into the pop culture psyche. Expect baloney, bologna, radio nostalgia , cult followings, and just enough analysis to feel smart about loving dumb songs. Maybe.
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But wouldn’t you know it, the music industry strikes again and there is absolutely a very solid connection!
And that connection is none other than “Mutt” Lange.
This dude is best known for is his work with Shania, but the credits are insanely long!
He has also produced songs for, or otherwise worked with, artists such as AC/DC, Def Leppard, the Michael Stanley Band, the Boomtown Rats, Foreigner, Michael Bolton, Heart, the Cars, Bryan Adams, Huey Lewis and the News, Billy Ocean, Celine Dion, Britney Spears, the Corrs, Maroon 5, Lady Gaga, Now United, Nickelback, and Muse.
Just to name a few.
But if you listen to the drums on Shania songs very specifically, you’ll hear hear that they are insanely similar to Def Leppard and it TOTALLY WORKS!The Miracle of AC/DC’s ‘Back in Black’Stringjoy2025-05-27 | In this edition of Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott dig into the tragic end of AC/DC’s first era and the loss of their original high voltage frontman, Bon Scott.
Along the way, the guys explore the two distinct legacies defined by Scott’s raw swagger and Brian Johnson’s arena-shaking growl—and what it takes for a band to survive tragedy without losing its soul.
They also expound on how AC/DC managed their inconceivably remarkable rebound with Back in Black — one of the most legendary albums ever recorded.
Press play and prepare to be thunderstruck by the greatest rebound story in hard rock's history.
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Co-designed with the genre-defying guitarist himself, this set is engineered to stay musical and rock-solid no matter how hard you play.
Why you’ll feel and hear the difference:
Balanced tension, bigger voice: A carefully selected 14-62 spread keeps every string in perfect conversation—grand-piano lows, articulate mids, and a top end that stays sweet under the bar.
Built for open tunings & slide: Holds pitch down to B and C (both open and standard), resists the sag that kills sustain, and still bends like butter when you want it to.
Studio-grade clarity, night-after-night durability: Wound on high-precision machines with premium core and wrap wire for intonation that locks in on take one and stays there through the encore.
Expressive feel, endless sustain: From whisper-quiet dynamics to full-throttle riffs, the string-to-string balance lets your ideas breathe—then sing.
WHAT'S OUR DEAL? Stringjoy is a boutique guitar string manufacturer located in Music City—Nashville, TN. Through innovative designs, first-rate materials, and labor-intensive winding techniques, we make it our mission to craft the finest strings in the world, bar none.
From the eternal “Paul is dead” saga to the internet’s obsession with Avril Lavigne’s alleged body double, and the bewildering case of Andrew W.K., the guys dig into the lore, the weirdness, and the very real questions about identity and authorship these conspiracies raise.
Why are we so quick to believe someone’s been swapped out? Is it just fun fandom—or something deeper? The conversation spirals from tabloid weirdness to questions of celebrity, persona, and whether we want our artists to be real in the first place. Are these just tall tales... or symptoms of a culture that doesn't want its icons to change?
Think *your* favorite artist is irreplaceable? Think again....
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This YouTube video and all associated audio-visual content are provided under license from Tone Mob LLC. Any reproduction, redistribution, public performance, or other use beyond personal viewing is prohibited without the express written permission of Tone Mob LLC.The Nigerian Government Came For His Mother… And This Was Fela’s ResponseStringjoy2025-05-16 | Legendary musician, Fela Kuti, had his house invaded by the Nigerian government.
As a result his elderly mother was THROWN FROM A WINDOW and eventually died as a result of her injuries.
Fela used the moment to spark even more global resentment of the totalitarian regime in place at that time.
His response might shock you!Why Fela Kutis Zombie Out-Punks PunkStringjoy2025-05-13 | In this pulse-pounding episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott dive into defiant, funk-driven world of Afrobeat legend Fela Kuti. Born in Nigeria and educated in London, Fela didn’t just create a genre—he sparked a movement.
From his genre-defying sound and explosive stage presence, to his role as a relentless political agitator who turned funk and jazz into weapons of resistance, the guys unpack Fela’s larger-than-life persona, his radical commitment to Nigerian identity, and the way he built an entire sonic nation inside his Kalakuta Republic compound.
With a refusal to bend to authority and a demand for justice, Fela conjured the spirit of punk—raw, loud, and uncompromising. This one’s a celebration of music as revolution and the sonic firestarter that was Fela Kuti, so tune in and find out how one man turned funk into a battle cry.
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Blake & Scott trace Hank’s meteoric rise, from honky-tonk dive bars to the Grand Ole Opry spotlight, and explore the heartbreak, addiction, and chaos that ultimately led to his untimely death at just 29.
But the story doesn’t end there. The guys examine Hank’s enormous influence on generations of artists—from his son Hank Jr. to rock, country, and beyond—and even touch on some downright creepy stories of musicians claiming spectral visits from the man himself.
Is Hank still hitching rides down lost highways?
Tune in for twang, tragedy, and a touch of the supernatural as Blake & Scott unpack the myth and the music of a true American original. Saddle up for a ghost ride through country history.
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This YouTube video and all associated audio-visual content are provided under license from Tone Mob LLC. Any reproduction, redistribution, public performance, or other use beyond personal viewing is prohibited without the express written permission of Tone Mob LLC.Tom Waits @ The City DumpStringjoy2025-04-30 | On today’s episode of Tape Spaghetti, the dudes tackle the “metamorphosis” that occurred on the Tom Waits classic Swordfishtrombones.
It’s a fun chat about an incredible artist and you aren’t going to want to miss this!Tom Waits & The Album That Changed EverythingStringjoy2025-04-29 | On this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott raise a glass (or maybe an old boot) to the legendary Tom Waits. Honing in on the Swordfishtrombones era, they trace Waits’ evolution from late-night lounge poet to avant-garde musical icon.
Drawing connections to literary greats like Charles Bukowski, the guys explore the genius behind Waits’ unforgettable characters, his genre-defying sound, and the undeniable impact he's had on the music world.
With personal stories about how his gravelly voice and cinematic songwriting have ingrained themselves into their lives, this episode celebrates the raw grit, guts, and strange magic that make Tom Waits a true musical pioneer.
Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just beginning to discover his work, this whiskey-soaked journey through Tom Waits’ discography is one you won’t want to miss. Tune in for a heartfelt exploration of Tom Waits' influence on music, his unique style, and the lasting legacy he’s created. Cue the rain and hit play.
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Are these mysterious phenomena simply… blurry?He Left Blink-182 For This?!?Stringjoy2025-04-22 | This week on Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott dive into the alien-obsessed world of Tom DeLonge— Blink-182 frontman, Angels & Airwaves visionary, and one of the loudest voices in modern UFO disclosure.
From pop-punk icon to Pentagon whistleblower, DeLonge’s transformation is one of the strangest—and most fascinating—in rock history.
The hosts unpack DeLonge’s evolution from Blink-182 fame to founding To The Stars Academy, the organization behind some of the most viral UFO videos released by the U.S. government.
They also explore the outer space themes woven through Angels & Airwaves’ music and debate DeLonge’s influence on both extraterrestrial belief and conspiracy culture.
Whether you’re a skeptic, a believer, or just here for the aliens-meet-emo vibes, this episode answers the big question: What really happens when a rock star leaves the stage to chase flying saucers?
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This YouTube video and all associated audio-visual content are provided under license from Tone Mob LLC. Any reproduction, redistribution, public performance, or other use beyond personal viewing is prohibited without the express written permission of Tone Mob LLC.Is “Grunge” A Genre?Stringjoy2025-04-20 | In the early 90s almost every band that came out of Seattle was labeled as “grunge”. Seemingly regardless of their actual sound.
Nirvana, Soundgarden, Alice In Chains, and Pearl Jam all have vastly different sonic qualities and attitudes.
Yet we always need a reference point, so labels get created and sometimes they stick.
What do you think. Is grunge a genre or a scene?The Mysterious Death of Sam CookeStringjoy2025-04-19 | On this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott take a soulful spin through the life of Sam Cooke—the gospel prodigy turned pop trailblazer whose voice could melt hearts and move mountains.
From his early days with the Soul Stirrers to posthumous crossover superstardom with hits like “A Change Is Gonna Come,” the guys trace Cooke’s rise and his fearless push for artistic control in a segregated industry.
But things take a darker turn as they dive deep into the murky details of his shocking death at a Los Angeles motel.
Was it a simple case of wrong place wrong time—or something more sinister? Blake & Scott unpack the shifting stories, shady timelines, and even FBI conspiracy theories that still swirl around Cooke’s untimely end. Tune in and get tangled in one of soul’s most haunting stories.
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This YouTube video and all associated audio-visual content are provided under license from Tone Mob LLC. Any reproduction, redistribution, public performance, or other use beyond personal viewing is prohibited without the express written permission of Tone Mob LLC.Was Charles Manson A Good Guitar Player?Stringjoy2025-04-18 | Almost everyone in America knows the basic tale surrounding Charles Manson and the Manson “Family”.
But a lot of people don’t realize that Charlie tried, and partially succeeded at implanting himself fairly deeply in the music industry.
However, it wasn’t because of some hidden level of talent. It was something much darker.
Check out the full story on the most recent episode of Tape Spaghetti!
youtu.be/D3vBxRE-YdQInsanity vs Genius: Lee Scratch Perry & The Black ArkStringjoy2025-04-17 | In this episode of Tape Spaghetti, Blake & Scott dive headfirst into the swirling sonic world of Lee “Scratch” Perry—a true musical mad scientist. From the roots of reggae to the otherworldly innovations cooked up at Black Ark Studios, the duo unpacks Perry’s impact on sound itself. Expect tales of tape loops, smoky dub sessions, and the cosmic weirdness that made Perry a legend. They explore how this eccentric genius bridged the gap between Jamaica and London’s punk scene, all while walking barefoot through a jungle of reverb and delay. And yes—they get into the myths, the madness, and the mystery behind Black Ark’s fiery fall. Whether you're a dubhead, a punk purist, or just here for the vibes, this episode is a wild ride through one of music’s most unforgettable minds. Hit play and get tangled in the weird, wonderful world of “Scratch.”
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This YouTube video and all associated audio-visual content are provided under license from Tone Mob LLC. Any reproduction, redistribution, public performance, or other use beyond personal viewing is prohibited without the express written permission of Tone Mob LLC.How and How Not to Use Compression on a Bass GuitarStringjoy2024-03-07 | In today's episode of The Stringjoy Show, our resident bass expert Philip Conrad dives deep into all the ways to use, and not to use, compression on a bass guitar.
Philip Conrad is an Atlanta-based bassist and video contributor at Stringjoy. Check out his channel at @philipconradmusic
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Introducing the Stringjoy Mark Morton Signature String Set. Designed in close collaboration with Lamb of God’s iconic guitarist Mark Morton, these are the same exact strings Mark trusts for unparalleled performance and tone from the studio to the stage.
*Disclaimer: Just because you can play the same strings Mark Morton plays, that doesn’t guarantee you’ll be able to play like Mark Morton. Grammy nominations, worldwide tours and millions of fans not included.The Mark Morton Signature String Set from StringjoyStringjoy2024-02-29 | Get Yours Here: stringjoy.com/guitarstrings/strings/artist-series/mark-morton-artist-series
Introducing the Stringjoy Mark Morton Signature String Set. Designed in close collaboration with Lamb of God’s iconic guitarist Mark Morton, these are the same exact strings Mark trusts for unparalleled performance and tone from the studio to the stage.
*Disclaimer: Just because you can play the same strings Mark Morton plays, that doesn’t guarantee you’ll be able to play like Mark Morton. Grammy nominations, worldwide tours and millions of fans not included.
WHAT'S OUR DEAL? Stringjoy is a boutique guitar string manufacturer located in Music City—Nashville, TN. Through innovative designs, first-rate materials, and labor-intensive winding techniques, we make it our mission to craft the finest strings in the world, bar none.
WHAT'S OUR DEAL? Stringjoy is a boutique guitar string manufacturer located in Music City—Nashville, TN. Through innovative designs, first-rate materials, and labor-intensive winding techniques, we make it our mission to craft the finest strings in the world, bar none.
FIND US AT... Our Homebase: stringjoy.com Instagram: instagram.com/stringjoy TikTok: tiktok.com/@stringjoy Facebook: facebook.com/stringjoy Twitter: twitter.com/stringjoystaffDoes Bass Sound Better Dirty?Stringjoy2023-11-16 | Saturation is an oft-underlooked aspect of great bass tones. Some might say criminally underrated. Today on The Stringjoy Show, our own Philip Conrad tests his longstanding belief that a little saturation is a welcome addition to any bass tone.
Philip Conrad is an Atlanta-based bassist and video contributor at Stringjoy. Check out his channel at @philipconradmusic
WHAT'S OUR DEAL? Stringjoy is a boutique guitar string manufacturer located in Music City—Nashville, TN. Through innovative designs, first-rate materials, and labor-intensive winding techniques, we make it our mission to craft the finest strings in the world, bar none.
FIND US AT... Our Homebase: stringjoy.com Instagram: instagram.com/stringjoy TikTok: tiktok.com/@stringjoy Facebook: facebook.com/stringjoy Twitter: twitter.com/stringjoystaffIs This The Cheapest Way to Change Your Guitar Tone?Stringjoy2023-10-05 | The humble guitar pick. Is it just a piece of plastic, or something...more? We shoot out some of the most popular pick sizes, pick shapes, and pick materials to see what sort of effect they might have on the tone that comes out of your guitar.
WHAT'S OUR DEAL? Stringjoy is a boutique guitar string manufacturer located in Music City—Nashville, TN. Through innovative designs, first-rate materials, and labor-intensive winding techniques, we make it our mission to craft the finest strings in the world, bar none.
FIND US AT... Our Homebase: stringjoy.com Instagram: instagram.com/stringjoy TikTok: tiktok.com/@stringjoy Facebook: facebook.com/stringjoy Twitter: twitter.com/stringjoystaffCan a Jazz Bass Really Sound Like a P Bass?Stringjoy2023-09-07 | In the never-ending Jazz Bass vs P Bass debate, many people on the J-side of things like to point out that a "J Bass can sound like a P Bass, but a P Bass can never sound like a J Bass." This got us thinking: Can it really?
Undoubtedly, the Jazz Bass is the more versatile of the two tonally speaking, but how close can it really get to the P Bass sound?
In today's episode of The Stringjoy Show, our resident bass expert Philip Conrad puts this theory to the test.
Philip Conrad is an Atlanta-based bassist and video contributor at Stringjoy. Check out his channel at @philipconradmusic
WHAT'S OUR DEAL? Stringjoy is a boutique guitar string manufacturer located in Music City—Nashville, TN. Through innovative designs, first-rate materials, and labor-intensive winding techniques, we make it our mission to craft the finest strings in the world, bar none.
WHAT'S OUR DEAL? Stringjoy is a boutique guitar string manufacturer located in Music City—Nashville, TN. Through innovative designs, first-rate materials, and labor-intensive winding techniques, we make it our mission to craft the finest strings in the world, bar none.
Nickel and Stainless Steel are the two most popular types of roundwound bass strings on the planet. Countless players favor nickel roundwound strings for their versatility, but no shortage of players prefer stainless steel for its piano-like presence.
In the latest episode of The Stringjoy Show, new video contributor and all-around bass master Philip Conrad put these two popular string styles to the test to see how they compare under the microscope.
Philip Conrad is an Atlanta-based bassist and video contributor at Stringjoy. Check out his channel at @philipconradmusic
WHAT'S OUR DEAL? Stringjoy is a boutique guitar string manufacturer located in Music City—Nashville, TN. Through innovative designs, first-rate materials, and labor-intensive winding techniques, we make it our mission to craft the finest strings in the world, bar none.
From the moment it was invented until today, the Echoplex has appeared on hundreds of thousands of recordings, and yet, with maintenance getting more and more difficult, and digital and pedal effects more and more accessible, you see less and less of the real things out in the wild.
So today on The Stringjoy Show, we take a look at this legendary effect unit and see what The Real Thing™ can do for your guitar tone.
WHAT'S OUR DEAL? Stringjoy is a boutique guitar string manufacturer located in Music City—Nashville, TN. Through innovative designs, first-rate materials, and labor-intensive winding techniques, we make it our mission to craft the finest strings in the world, bar none.
FIND US AT... Our Homebase: stringjoy.com Instagram: instagram.com/stringjoy TikTok: tiktok.com/@stringjoy Facebook: facebook.com/stringjoy Twitter: twitter.com/stringjoystaffHow I Learned to Love Impulse Responses for GuitarStringjoy2023-07-13 | We used to be skeptical about Impulse responses (or IRs for short), but they've come a long way in recent years. Are they "better" than the real deal amps? Probably not. But there are a number of reasons they might be worth the (very minor) tradeoffs...
So in today's video, we'll guide you through the journey that led us to appreciate and implement IRs, from the basics, what is an impulse response and how does it work, all the way to the applications we think they're best suited for and why you might want to reach for a direct box, loadbox or cabinet simulator over a traditional amp and speaker cabinet.
Whether you're just getting into home recording or a pro musician trying to add convenience in a live setting, there's something in this video for you.
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WHAT'S OUR DEAL? Stringjoy is a boutique guitar string manufacturer located in Music City—Nashville, TN. Through innovative designs, first-rate materials, and labor-intensive winding techniques, we make it our mission to craft the finest strings in the world, bar none.
#GuitarRecording #ImpulseResponses #GuitarToneGain Staging 101: Unlock New Tones by Stacking Your Drive PedalsStringjoy2023-03-30 | Sometimes the whole can be greater than the sum of its parts, and that is especially true when it comes to guitar pedals—particularly drive, boost, distortion and fuzz pedals.
Sure, all these pedals can sound great on their own, but why stop there? Setting up your drive pedals to sound great when combined is one of the easiest ways to expand the total number of sounds you can get from your pedalboard, without having to buy a new pedal.
WHAT'S OUR DEAL? Stringjoy is a boutique guitar string manufacturer located in Music City—Nashville, TN. Through innovative designs, first-rate materials, and labor-intensive winding techniques, we make it our mission to craft the finest strings in the world, bar none.
FIND US AT... Our Homebase: stringjoy.com Instagram: instagram.com/stringjoy TikTok: tiktok.com/@stringjoy Facebook: facebook.com/stringjoy Twitter: twitter.com/stringjoystaffPhaser vs Flanger: Whats The Difference? [EXPERT LEVEL]Stringjoy2023-03-23 | We sit down with Matthew Farrow from Alexander Pedals and Disaster Area Designs to get a REAL understanding of the differences and similarities between Phaser and Flanger guitar pedals. This is a deep dive, but at the end you will be an absolute master of modulation guitar effects. Grab a cup of coffee and dig in with us.
WHAT'S OUR DEAL? Stringjoy is a boutique guitar string manufacturer located in Music City—Nashville, TN. Through innovative designs, first-rate materials, and labor-intensive winding techniques, we make it our mission to craft the finest strings in the world, bar none.
WHAT'S OUR DEAL? Stringjoy is a boutique guitar string manufacturer located in Music City—Nashville, TN. Through innovative designs, first-rate materials, and labor-intensive winding techniques, we make it our mission to craft the finest strings in the world, bar none.
WHAT'S OUR DEAL? Stringjoy is a boutique guitar string manufacturer located in Music City—Nashville, TN. Through innovative designs, first-rate materials, and labor-intensive winding techniques, we make it our mission to craft the finest strings in the world, bar none.
FIND US AT... Our Homebase: loom.ly/kuB0NK8 Instagram: loom.ly/FLIBeWk TikTok: tiktok.com/@stringjoy Facebook: loom.ly/kHWOT4I Twitter: loom.ly/XBqLZ4QSwitching to an Aluminum Neck on my StratStringjoy2023-03-16 | Our friends at Aluminati Guitars don't just make aluminum guitars–they also make aluminum necks that you can install on ANY guitar (or at least, any bolt-on guitar). But how do you switch to an aluminum neck? What's the process like, and what do you need to look out for? We brought in our friend Wyatt Overman from Overman Guitars to show us how a pro does it.
WHAT'S OUR DEAL? Stringjoy is a boutique guitar string manufacturer located in Music City—Nashville, TN. Through innovative designs, first-rate materials, and labor-intensive winding techniques, we make it our mission to craft the finest strings in the world, bar none.
FIND US AT... Our Homebase: stringjoy.com Instagram: instagram.com/stringjoy TikTok: tiktok.com/@stringjoy Facebook: facebook.com/stringjoy Twitter: twitter.com/stringjoystaffGigging as a Pro Sideman w/ Drew Smithers of Marcus King BandStringjoy2023-03-09 | This week on the Stringjoy Show, we sit down with Stringjoy artist and all-around-awesome-dude Drew Smithers of Marcus King Band to talk about life as a Pro Sideman with Marcus, Blackberry Smoke, and more.
WHAT'S OUR DEAL? Stringjoy is a boutique guitar string manufacturer located in Music City—Nashville, TN. Through innovative designs, first-rate materials, and labor-intensive winding techniques, we make it our mission to craft the finest strings in the world, bar none.
WHAT'S OUR DEAL? Stringjoy is a boutique guitar string manufacturer located in Music City—Nashville, TN. Through innovative designs, first-rate materials, and labor-intensive winding techniques, we make it our mission to craft the finest strings in the world, bar none.