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Aug 13, 2020 51 min

David Grissom

from Chewing the Gristle with Greg Koch Hosted by Greg Koch

David Grissom is a road warrior and an ace studio guitarist, who has worked with Buddy Guy, John Mellencamp, Joe Ely, Storyville, The Allman Brothers Band, and The Dixie Chicks (just to name a few). Greg and David sit down to talk about life, live music, learning, and staying excited by keeping their guitars close at hand. 2:21 - Life during lockdown, and a shared longing for the stage 9:00 - David and Greg’s time on stage together, and the importance of empowering and supporting one another rather than competing 15:31 - David’s personal definition of success as a musician and guitar player 19:42 - David’s decision to move to Austin, TX to pursue music (and Mexican food) 30:15 - The DGT from Paul Reed Smith Guitars - behind the development, and what makes the guitar so special 37:51 - How important are guitar pedals, vintage equipment, and all the gear we drool over? 41:44 - Practice, practice, practice (and not in the way you might think) 47:23 - Finding gear that’s right for you Total Length: 51:57 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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David Grissom is a road warrior and an ace studio guitarist, who has worked with Buddy Guy, John Mellencamp, Joe Ely, Storyville, The Allman Brothers Band, and The Dixie Chicks (just to name a few). Greg and David sit down to talk about life, live music, learning, and staying excited by keeping their guitars close at hand. 2:21 - Life during lockdown, and a shared longing for the stage 9:00 - David and Greg’s time on stage together, and the importance of empowering and supporting one anothe...

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  1. 2:21 Life during lockdown, and a shared longing for the stage
  2. 9:00 David and Greg’s time on stage together, and the importance of empowering and supporting one another rather than competing
  3. 15:31 David’s personal definition of success as a musician and guitar player
  4. 19:42 David’s decision to move to Austin, TX to pursue music (and Mexican food)
  5. 30:15 The DGT from Paul Reed Smith Guitars - behind the development, and what makes the guitar so special
  6. 37:51 How important are guitar pedals, vintage equipment, and all the gear we drool over?
  7. 41:44 Practice, practice, practice (and not in the way you might think)
  8. 47:23 Finding gear that’s right for you

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