Chris Buck
from Chewing the Gristle with Greg Koch Hosted by Greg Koch / Chris Buck
One of YouTube's most popular guitar heroes, Chris is known for his stellar guitar playing (Guitarist Magazine's 2020 Best Blues Guitarist) along with the wit and insight he brings to his weekly, self-produced "Friday Fretwork" series. Greg and Chris dive into a little of everything: influences, tone, fatherhood, vintage pickups - P-90s, and vintage guitars! 1:30 - Cardinal Black, the coming together and working into the studio with Steve Winwood 4:59 - Life during lockdown: how Chris spends his time (Friday Fretwork on YouTube, band rehearsals, brand endorsements, and anything to avoid getting a proper job) 7:32 - Touring, and how it fits in the mind of a new dad 11:49 - How would the younger version of Chris look at Chris now? 16:47 - Influences - from guitar players and bands to the inspiration of Chris’ father 24:41 - Tone - the early days, and how it’s evolved over time 32:26 - The playing of Eric Clapton, its power, inspiration, and growth over time 44:53 - The importance of being flexible in the ability to play different types of guitars, from Fender to Rickenbacker 53:48 - The allure and beauty of P-90 pickups 63:27 - Gibson ES-335’s, an undeniably delicious morsel with a diverse history Total Length: 73:52 Fishman Dedicated to helping musicians achieve the truest sound possible whenever they plug-in. Wildwood Guitars One of the world’s premier retailers of exceptional electric and acoustic guitars. Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.
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One of YouTube's most popular guitar heroes, Chris is known for his stellar guitar playing (Guitarist Magazine's 2020 Best Blues Guitarist) along with the wit and insight he brings to his weekly, self-produced "Friday Fretwork" series. Greg and Chris dive into a little of everything: influences, tone, fatherhood, vintage pickups - P-90s, and vintage guitars! 1:30 - Cardinal Black, the coming together and working into the studio with Steve Winwood 4:59 - Life during lockdown: how Chris spends...
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- 1:30 Cardinal Black, the coming together and working into the studio with Steve Winwood
- 4:59 Life during lockdown: how Chris spends his time (Friday Fretwork on YouTube, band rehearsals, brand endorsements, and anything to avoid getting a proper job)
- 7:32 Touring, and how it fits in the mind of a new dad
- 11:49 How would the younger version of Chris look at Chris now?
- 16:47 Influences - from guitar players and bands to the inspiration of Chris’ father
- 26:41 Tone - the early days, and how it’s evolved over time
- 32:26 The playing of Eric Clapton, it’s power, inspiration, and growth over time
- 44:53 The importance of being flexible in the ability to play different types of guitars, from Fender to Rickenbacker
- 53:48 The allure and beauty of P-90 pickups
- 1:03:27 Gibson ES-335’s, an undeniably delicious morsel with a diverse history
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