Pluck That

Episode 9News:Bass is excited to “Pluck That” with a recent purchase; Boyd takes us behind the scenes on a recent performance using his “B Bender”; Nick talks about a recent gig and the challenges of getting a good live classical guitar sound.Rant: In Part 3 of his series of rants about guitar competitions, Nick complains about “competitive” guitar music.Episode Topic:A Very Special Southern Miss Episode! The Trio discusses The University of Southern Mississippi School of Music, the Guitar Studio, and the past and present. They share fun stories from long ago and discuss exciting initiatives coming soon.Music:Show Intro: Hill Over Hill, by Gritty City Bang Bang (played by the band)News: Copycats, by Matt Van Brink (played by Nick Ciraldo, Jim Reyelt, Juan Jose Alpizar, and Robby Brown)Rants: Space Tiger, by Jonathan Bass (played by Gritty City Bang Bang)Topic Intro: Fantasy in Homage to Segovia, by Mike Boyd (played by Mike Boyd)Interlude: Prelude Miniature No. 4, by Matt Van Brink (played by Nick Ciraldo)Show Outro: Emily's Song, by Mike Boyd (played by Mike Boyd)Recording date:2025-12-9

Episode 8News:Bass is about to sell his prized G&L guitar but then discovers something about the company. Nick breaks a problematic habit.Guest:Joshia de Jonge, noted Canadian builder of fabulous handmade classical guitars, joins us to discuss her guitars, innovative building techniques, and philosophies on sound and construction. She also provides insight into conventional wisdom about guitar maintenance, aging, repair.Music:Show Intro: Hill Over Hill, by Gritty City Bang Bang (played by the band)News: Copycats, by Matt Van Brink (played by Nick Ciraldo, Jim Reyelt, Juan Jose Alpizar, and Robby Brown)Trio Interlude: Prelude Miniature No. 2, by Matt Van Brink (played by Nick Ciraldo)Guest Intro: Fantasy in Homage to Segovia, by Mike Boyd (played by Mike Boyd)Guest Interlude: Petite Elegy, by Mike Boyd (played by Mike Boyd)Guest Outro: Show Outro: Emily's Song, by Mike Boyd (played by Mike Boyd)Recording date:2025-11-24

Episode 7News:Bass updates us on some recent work he did on his Eastman guitar. Boyd talks about the recent acquisition of a Foxrox AquaVibe. Nick’s voice is…different.Guest:Aaron McCloskey of McClostone Custom Amplification joins the Trio to talk about his amp-building roots, boutique amp construction business, and performing career.Music:Show Intro: Hill Over Hill, by Jonathan Bass (played by Gritty City Bang Bang)News: Prelude Miniature No. 4, by Matt Van Brink (played by Nick Ciraldo)Guest Intro: Space Tiger, by Jonathan Bass (played by Gritty City Bang Bang)Guest Outro: Prelude Miniature No. 2, by Matt Van Brink (played by Nick Ciraldo)Show Outro: Emily's Song, by Mike Boyd (played by Mike Boyd)Recording date:2025-11-19

Episode 6A special episode with just the Trio, sharing helpful information about guitar maintenance.Music:Show Intro: Hill Over Hill, by Gritty City Bang Bang (played by the band)Discussion Intro: Space Tiger, by Gritty City Bang Bang (played by the band)Interlude 1: Fantasy in Homage to Segovia, by Mike Boyd (played by Mike Boyd)Interlude 2: Prelude Miniature No. 2, by Matt Van Brink (played by Nick Ciraldo)Show Outro: Emily's Song, by Mike Boyd (played by Mike Boyd)Recording date:2025-11-4

Episode 5No "News" or "Rants" with the trio in this one -- we dive immediately into the world of EarthQuaker Devices. Boyd prepared some great topics to discuss with our awesome guests!Guests:Julie Robbins and Jamie Stillman of EarthQuaker Devices share about their company, recent challenges posed by the current administration, and their vision for the future of effects pedals and their creative applications.For more information about these amazing pedals, visit earthquakerdevices.comMusic:Show Intro: Hill Over Hill, by Gritty City Bang Bang (played by the band)Guest Intro: Prelude Miniature No. 2, by Matt Van Brink (played by Nick Ciraldo)Guest Interlude: Fantasy in Homage to Segovia, by Mike Boyd (played by Mike Boyd)Guest Outro: Copycats, by Matt Van Brink (played by Nick Ciraldo, Jim Reyelt, Juan Jose Alpizar, and Robby Brown)Show Outro: Emily's Ditty, by Mike Boyd (played by Mike Boyd)Recording date:2025-11-6