New Artist - Jax Hollow

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We’re pleased to introduce our newest Anderson Artist: Jax Hollow

Fusing Classic Rock, Blues, and Americana - Jax Hollow has crafted a totally unique genre of her own - a winning combination of intricate songwriting, riffs, ripping solos, and powerful vocals.

Hailing from Nashville by way of Montague, Massachusetts, The Berklee College Of Music graduate is making a name for herself with her recent feature on Rock Legends 2024 with Sammy Hagar, Billy Gibbons, & Rick Springfield. She is an award winning songwriter as well as an accomplished lead guitarist. Her song “Wolf In Sheepskin” won first place in the International Songwriting Competition for the AAA category, with "Don't Call Me Baby" as a finalist in the Unsigned Only Competition. She has been featured Guitar World Magazine, as well as Rolling Stone France.

After receiving a standing ovation opening for Melissa Etheridge at The Ryman Auditorium in July 2023, Etheridge said, "I want to be the one known for discovering Jax Hollow first!”​​

Her new full length record "Come Up Kid" is all about the underdog journey she's been embarked on for the past 5 years. The culmination of the moment she fell to her knees when the pews and rafters started shaking at The Ryman during her debut solo performance - to being homeless and sleeping in her car just weeks later - in pursuit of the dream to be an original artist in Music City.

You can find Jax at:

Jax on Instagram • Jax’s Website • Jax on Spotify

​​Upcoming gigs:

 

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New Artist - Gabriele "Rusty" Rustichelli

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We’re pleased to introduce our newest Anderson Artist: Gabriele "Rusty" Rustichelli

Rusty is the guitarist for Klogr (pronounced Key-Log-Are) - an Italian-American alternative metal band with progressive metal influences.

In 1991, Rusty decided to pursue a career in music.
 He began formal musical studies in 1999 and after a few years founded his own record label and recording studio, Zeta Factory. 
In 2011 he decided to dedicate himself entirely to Klogr, where he serves as both writer and producer in addition to playing guitar and singing. 
Throughout his career Rusty has been committed to fostering new talent and pushing the boundaries of rock and metal production.

Klogr released their first album "Till You Decay" in 2011, followed by the full length concept album "Black Snow" in 2014 - focusing their lyrics and communication on environmentally-conscious subjects. An extensive European tour with Prong followed, as well as opening dates for Limp Bizkit. In 2017 Klogr released their long awaited album "Keystone".

Their next album will be released on October 31st, and Klogr is set to ignite stages once again in support of it. 
Come winter 2024, they will demonstrate their uncontrollable power and energy, reaffirming their place in the alternative metal scene with a 46 show tour throughout Europe - go check them out, if you dare!

 
 
 

New Artist - Michael Naro

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We’re pleased to introduce our newest Anderson Artist: Michael Naro

Michael is heavily influenced by progressive shredders including Marco Sfogli, John Petrucci, and Stephen Taranto.

He is the guitarist of the band "Empire Springs". They have recently announced their album "Attrition". Check out their new single "Golden" (music video below); and stay tuned for more upcoming singles!

He bought his first Anderson Angel in 2020 and was immediately hooked. “I felt it was the perfect blend of versatility with modern and classic specifications. The Anderson team never fails to impress me with their quality and attention to detail. They are great people and a joy to work with!”

You can find Michael at:

instagram.com/mjnaro/

instagram.com/empiresprings/

Empire Springs on Spotify

mxdwn.com article

​​Upcoming gigs:

9/15 - Zydeco in Birmingham, AL

 

New Artist - Cole Fishman

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We’re pleased to introduce our newest Anderson Artist: Cole Fishman

Cole Fishman is a guitarist, singer, songwriter, and producer from Southern California. Cole’s guitar journey started early. Growing up, he studied jazz and formed his first band in junior high. In high school, Cole was playing clubs around Los Angeles with various jazz and rock bands and working as a session player. 

Cole went on to study guitar at the Berklee College of Music in Boston. While earning his degree, a couple of significant events happened.  First, he formed bedsweater, an indie rock band with funk and jazz influences, in which he is the front man. Second, Cole was introduced to Anderson guitars by one of his professors. And in 2022, he visited the Anderson factory and fell in love. 

Cole has played bedsweater shows all over the US and always with his custom Drop Top Classic, which has become his go-to guitar for all of his gigs and session work. You can expect to see Cole and his Anderson on tour with bedsweater (see dates below) as well as playing with other artists.  

You can find Cole at:

instagram.com/cole.fishman

instagram.com/bed.sweater

bedsweater on Spotify

More bedsweater links

​​Upcoming gigs:

6/20 - El Cid (Los Angeles)

7/3 - Manny’s Parkside (Manitowish Waters, WI)

7/4 - Music in the Park (Manitowish Waters, WI)

7/7 - Manny’s Parkside (Manitowish Waters, WI)

Fall Tour dates (more being added soon):

9/5 - SoHo House (Santa Barbara, CA)

9/6 - Venice West (Los Angeles, CA)

9/11 - Sweetwater Music Hall (San Francisco, CA)

9/20 - The Holding Company (San Diego, CA)

 

Jonathan Jircitano - Good Damn Time World Tour

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Anderson Artist Jonathan Jircitano and his new Raven Classic, out on tour with Jordan Davis and the Good Damn Time World Tour, in front of crowds that just keep getting bigger!

(See jordandavisofficial.com for the most up-to-date tour dates)

 

New Artist - Hunter Borchardt

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We're pleased to introduce our latest Anderson Artist: Hunter Borchardt

Also known by his stage name Hunter Black, he's a guitarist and metal vocalist based out of the Chicagoland area. He plays guitar for Qualia, a metalcore band known for their beautiful clean vocals, groovy guitar riffs, brutal screams, and heavy breakdowns. 

Perhaps best known for being a metal based creator on Tik Tok, where he has a massive following, he caught everyone’s attention with his hilarious audition to be the voice of the self-checkout machine for Tesco Stores. 

He initially tried out our 7HF3+ pickups, which he found to be sufficiently brutal for his playing style, and that led to a very custom Angel 7 in Metallic Green Go with Metallic Purple Racing stripe. 

Hunter also has his own deathcore solo project, Hunter Black, where he writes and records guitar, bass, and vocals. He’s excited about any opportunity to support his friends by lending his vocals or guitar work to their projects.  Hunter loves the stage and is always looking for an opportunity to tour, whether it’s with his band/project or in support of new friends.

 

New Artist - Geoff Guthrie

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We’re pleased to introduce our newest Anderson Artist: Geoff Guthrie

Geoff Guthrie is a guitarist and touring musician located in Nashville, Tennessee. He is currently touring with country artist Sammy Kershaw. Geoff is also part of the “Roots and Boots” tour, which features Sammy Kershaw, Aaron Tippin, and Collin Raye. Originally from Georgia, Geoff has been a part of the Nashville music scene for 9 years, having played literally thousands of shows. 

In the beginning Geoff Guthrie grew up on a steady dose of music of many genres. He has kept honing his skills along the way, crossing into many styles. Geoff studied classical guitar at Augusta State University, and taught guitar lessons, while simultaneously playing with local groups in the bar scene, opening for some big name acts along the way. Awards for musicianship and a scholarship nomination at the prestigious Berklee College of Music were also part of the journey that eventually led Geoff to make a move to music city. 

Shortly after landing in Nashville, Geoff had an opportunity to play a show with country artist Amanda Daughtry. “After the first show I was hired and I played very steady for six years.” Playing in Daughtry’s band opened up many great experiences. In 2019 the group played opening slots for Alan Jackson’s world tour and recorded and released the single and video for the song “Second Wind” co-written by Amanda Daughtry and well known Nashville songwriter, Rick Tiger. In addition to Daughtry’s steady playing schedule of road dates and regular Lower Broadway shows, Geoff also played with many of the other regular groups and artists on Nashville’s famous streets. 

Geoff can occasionally still be seen onstage at Nashville’s world famous Lower Broadway Clubs, surprising and astounding audiences with his virtuosity and style, but is currently touring with Sammy Kershaw and the “Roots and Boots” tour.

 

New Artist - Jonathan Hohl

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We’re pleased to introduce our newest Anderson Artist: Jonathan Hohl

Jonathan Hohl is a guitar player from Switzerland, who plays a Drop Top Classic. He started playing the guitar at age 9, after learning the piano for 3 years, and never stopped. He founded and manages the post-rock band hubris. which just wrapped up a North American tour, and is gearing up for a world tour (see below).

In addition to his various projects, he is also a session guitar player, currently based in Ohio, USA. 

 

New Artist - Linda Sao

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We’re pleased to introduce our newest Anderson Artist: Linda Sao!

Linda is a San Francisco singer-songwriter on guitar and piano and the creative force behind the indie-rock project See Night—which she performs as both with band and solo. We discovered Linda and her music when she opened solo for Anderson Artist Hannah Wicklund at SF's legendary Bottom of the Hill, and after meeting her we knew she'd be a fit in the Anderson family.

Pavement's Bob Nastanovich released the See Night 7-inch, "Eloquence," on his Brokers Tip Records, and Linda is bringing it (and her new custom Raven Classic!) on the road soon to the East Coast and on an upcoming fifth DIY tour of the EU/UK. After two self-released EPs, she's prepping a third, Nashville-recorded EP that Nastanovich calls “glorious.”

What makes this extra special is that Linda was born and raised in Oxnard, California, very near the Anderson headquarters, making her one of our hometown Anderson Artists! 

You can find Linda over at @seenightmusic and learn more at seenightmusic.com

​​Upcoming gigs:

 
 
 

New Artist - Jonathan Hurley

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Korean-American Adoptee guitarist Jonathan Hurley grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and is currently living out his musical aspirations and dreams in Music City (Nashville, TN).

He has made a name for himself in Nashville in the rock scene and has become a staple at many rock oriented variety shows like Tyson Leslie's "Rare Hare". Jon has played with incredible talent such as Tony Harnell (TNT), Tyler Warren (Queen + Adam Lambert), Dylana Scott & Ash Mitchell (VAIN), and Brett Carlisle (Great White).

Jonathan is not only a guitarist, but also has a background in Audio Engineering and works as Lead Amplifier Technician at 3rd Power Amplification. He happily serves the music community far and wide helping create inspirational hand-wired guitar tube amplifiers.

​​Find and follow Jonathan:

www.jonhurleyguitar.com

www.instagram.com/jonhurleyguitar

​​Upcoming gigs:

August 11: Barrelhouse Ballroom (Chattanooga, TN)

August 19: Summer Concert Series (Clarksville AR)

August 25: Rough River Dam Resort (Falls of Rough, KY)

August 26: The Yard Summer Concert Series (Johnston, Iowa)

September 9: Franklin KY, (30 mins North of Nashville!)

September 22: Park Theatre (McMinniville, TN)

September 23: Cookeville PAC (Cookville, TN)

September 30: Main Street Guthrie (Guthrie, KY)

October 13: Open Chord (Knoxville, TN)

October 14: Private Event (Durham, NC)

October 17: Mulehouse (Colombia, TN) 

 

New Artist - Nick Llerandi

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Nick Llerandi is an accomplished guitar player and a prominent figure in the progressive metal music scene. As a founding member of the bands Ever Forthright and Stimpy Lockjaw, he has left an indelible mark with his exceptional musical talent and unique style.​​

​​Nick's passion for music led him to pursue formal education in Jazz Guitar at the prestigious Purchase College Conservatory of Music. This experience enriched his musical knowledge and provided a solid foundation for his future endeavors.​​

​​In 2013, Nick's extraordinary skills were recognized when he emerged as the winner of the first Mayones & Seymour Duncan guitar solo contest. This achievement further showcased his technical prowess and innovative approach to guitar playing.​​

​​In addition to his work with bands, Nick has also embarked on a successful solo career. Under his progressive jazz solo project, he recently released two EPs titled "Noe I: Made You Look" and "Noe II: The Shrike". These releases demonstrate his ability to effortlessly fuse complex melodies and intricate guitar techniques with a fresh and modern sound.​​

​​Nick's talents extend beyond the studio, as he is an engaging performer on stage. Currently, he can be found captivating audiences with live shows in the greater NYC area. These performances serve as a testament to his dedication and artistry as a musician.

​​** Check out Nick’s instagram page for a list of upcoming shows and tix.​​

​​Furthermore, Nick is eagerly preparing for the release of Ever Forthright's highly anticipated second full-length studio album. With his signature guitar work and contributions to the band's sound, fans can anticipate an exceptional musical journey that pushes the boundaries of progressive metal.​​

​​Nick Llerandi continues to push the boundaries of his craft, captivating listeners with his mesmerizing guitar skills and innovative musical compositions. With an impressive array of accomplishments already under his belt, he is undoubtedly a force to be reckoned with in the world of progressive metal and jazz.

 

James Harper - Album Release and Rig Rundown

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Anderson Artist James Harper has been a mainstay in the New England music scene for over 20 years and is known for his high energy performances and chameleon-like ability to play and write in any style. He has performed thousands of shows with one of Boston’s best bands, Fighting Friday, and has written and released countless songs with them, as well as Funk Piranha, The Funeral Puppets and others. His current band, Cross Country Driver, debut album is out now and can be listened to on your favorite streaming service here: https://orcd.co/newtruth

Check out this rig-rundown on his recording and touring Anderson guitars:

 
 

Felipe Elioenay - Band Announcement and Video Play-thru

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Congrats to Anderson Artist Felipe Elioenay aka @nrthrnmusic on his joining Drag Me Out band. We have no doubt he’s headed for new heights, and are very happy that he’s taking his Anderson Angel Players along for the ride!

From the band: “Please, welcome our new guitarist Felipe Elioenay to the family. For the past nine months, we’ve been religiously working on new music, building plans, having hours-long conversations about how we see the future of @dragmeoutband and getting to know each other. I can safely say that we’ve clicked so fast and so easily. No one is ready for what we’ve got in store this time. We’re thrilled and proud to have Felipe on board. But now - go to our LINK IN BIO and watch Felipe’s full guitar playthrough for “Bullets In My Teeth” on YouTube!”:

Lots more about Felipe on his Instagram