Here are some music-related websites we hope you will enjoy!

Acoustic Syndicate

A great band from Shelby who are selling-out every venue they play! If you don't have their new CD "Crazy Little Life," then you really don't know what you're missing! Go out and buy it and don't dare miss them if they come to your town!

The John Cowan Band

As a founding member of New Grass Revival, John helped redefine the boundaries of acoustic music. His self-titled CD is available on Sugar Hill Records. It is a must have in any CD collection. "The Cow" is currently on tour with his own band, re-establishing a name for himself as a leader in the acoustic music world. Once you hear him sing, you'll be convinced that it doesn't get any better than this!

Jerry Douglas

This is Flux's official site, complete with bios, tour dates, and a message board. Flux is currently on tour with Alison Krauss & Union Station. Be sure to check them out when they come to your town. If you're a "slider," scoot on over and get involved in the reso-related discussion board!

Rob Ickes

Rob Ickes is quickly becoming the premier resophonic guitarist on the scene today. He's a member of the award-winning Blue Highway and is the current IBMA Dobro Player of the Year. He's also worked with Mountain Heart, Dolly Parton, and David Grisman. Go out to your local music store and pick up his "Hard Times" and "Slide City" solo projects and we guarantee you won't be sorry!

First Quality Musical Supplies

Need instrument parts? Trying to rebuild an old pre-war banjo? Need a new tailpiece for that '23 Loar? Visit First Quality Musical Supplies for the cheapest prices and fastest service found anywhere! They yet to have on-line shopping, so request one of their catalogs today and we guarantee you won't be disappointed!

Fishman

If you're looking for a way to amplify your guitar, banjo, mandolin, violin, acoustic bass, or whatever, Fishman has the pickup you need. Besides offering some of the finest sounding pickups ever made, Fishman offers several acoustic instrument preamps, including their unique and revolutionary "Blender" systems. If you're looking to "go electric," visit Fishman today and find the gear you need.

Gibson Original Acoustic Instruments

Building the finest musical instruments for over 100 years! Their mandolins, banjos, and resophonic guitars are legendary and are still being played by some of today's best musicians. If you're looking for a top quality instrument from a well-respected manufacturer, then you must visit this website!

Philip Kubicki Technologies

Ergonomic in their design and revolutionary in their sound, Kubicki electric bass guitars are some of the finest, yet least well-known, bass guitars being made today. If you're looking for a bass that plays well, sounds great, and is different from anything else out there, then try a Kubicki. Offered in a variety of styles and colors, you will surely find one to fit your tastes. There is simply not another bass like it. If Sting, Victor Wooten, and John Cowan play one, why shouldn't you?

Phattie Drum Company

Sometimes smaller is better. The Phattie Drum Company, based out of Blacksburg, VA, is producing some the of finest drums being made today. Why spend thousands of dollars on a drum kit when you can spend a couple of hundred dollars on a kit that is made exactly the same way? Phattie Drums are handcrafted from 100% Maple and come in a variety of sizes, styles, and finishes. They have also re-engineered drums of the past (take a look at their "Cocktail" kit). If you're looking for some drums to complement your sound, then visit Phattie Drums today and talk with Dennis...he will set you up nicely!

Simon & Patrick Luthiers

Canada, our friendly neighbors to the north, have given us a lot of good things (Rush) and given us some things we would like to give back (Celine Dion). Simon & Patrick is one thing we wish we could get more of! Simon & Patrick offer some of the finest hand-crafted acoustic guitars being made today for a fraction of the cost of a similar American-made guitar. Not only do these guitars sound good and play well, they are a work of art. If you're looking to retire that old Martin, then get you a Simon & Patrick Pro Series and start playing a REAL guitar!

Elixir Strings

"Sound Quality That Lasts!" Elixir strings are quickly becoming the choice of acoustic instrument players of all styles due to the fact that Elixir strings last longer than any other string on the market. Their unique "Polyweb" coating is a synthetic coating applied to traditional phospher bronze strings that keep dirt and perspiration away and make your strings last longer! They currently offer strings for banjo, acoustic & electric guitar, mandolin, Dobro, and electric bass. Try a set today and join the revolution! Three months later you will ask yourself, "Why haven't I tried these before?"

Enjoy!