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The Fretboard Journal Guitar Podcast

The Fretboard Journal
Fretboard Summit
Guitar Making
Guitar
Bluegrass Music
Peghead Nation
Music Industry
Lutherie
Fretboard Journal
Folk Music
Martin Guitars
Vintage Guitars
Guitar Pedals
Guitar Techniques
D'addario
Guitar Repair
String Theories
Music
Mikkel Ploug
Jazz
The Fretboard Journal

The Fretboard Journal magazine's weekly podcast, where we interview legendary guitarists, luthiers, and much more.

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Today, we pay tribute to singer-songwriter Glen Hansard (1970-2026), frontman for the Frames and Swell Season.

In 2009, Fretboard Journal publisher Jason Verlinde sat down with Glen at Seattle's Kells Irish Restaurant & Pub for an hour-long chat a... more

Today on the podcast, Summer School Electronics founder Mark Turley joins us once again. We talk about Summer School's current pedal offerings, the 2026 Fretboard Summit, and the two pedal-making classes that Mark will be teaching at the Summit.

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Today on the podcast, we are joined by guitarist Louis Campbell, who talks to us about growing up playing traditional music, studying with Martin Simpson, his affinity for using the electric guitar like a piano, and much more.

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LA-based singer-songwriter/composer/guitarist Micah Preite joins us this week!

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Though millions have streamed his lo-fi/indie songs on Spotify, Preite's background includes time with SoCal jazz legend Bruce Forman... more

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Recent Guests

Mark Turley
Founder/teacher of Summer School Electronics
Summer School Electronics
Episode: Podcast 557: Summer School Electronics' Mark Turley Returns
Louis Campbell
Guitarist, collaborates with Dove Ellis, studied with Martin Simpson
Freelance musician
Episode: Podcast 556: Louis Campbell
Micah Preite
Singer-songwriter, guitarist, and producer
Episode: Podcast 555: Micah Preite
Alex Amen
Musician and songwriter
ATO Records (album Son of Amen)
Episode: Podcast 554: Alex Amen
Ryan Salm
Photographer and documentary filmmaker, musician; leader of The Home Team String Band
The Home Team String Band
Episode: Podcast 553: Ryan Salm and the Home Team String Band
Darryl Rahn
Guitarist and songwriter based in Brooklyn, originally from Utica, New York
Musician
Episode: Podcast 552: Darryl Rahn
Brad Barr
Guitarist of The Barr Brothers
The Barr Brothers
Episode: Podcast 551: Brad Barr (The Barr Brothers)
Jeff Tweedy
Musician featured in the interview, frontman of Wilco
Wilco
Episode: Inside Fretboard Journal 59
Adam Dardeck
The Music Emporium co-owner/manager
The Music Emporium
Episode: Podcast 549: The Music Emporium's Adam Dardeck and Andy Cambria

Hosts

Jason Verlinde
Host of The Fretboard Journal Guitar Podcast with focus on luthiers, guitars, and gear; publisher/editorial leadership for The Fretboard Journal.
Sofia Wolfson
Assistant editor contributing guest interviews and episode coordination.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 518 ratings
  • Two I loved …

    I discovered Lyle Brewer by accident on the internet one day. I’ve followed him ever since. It was a thrill to sign on today and see he was interviewed on this podcast. He is modest… he is fantastic. BTW, totally different players, but David Grier was another one like that.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    they call me Bud
    United States3 months ago
  • Excellent Podcast

    Always interesting guests, great questions and interactions by Jason. It’s especially cool to hear from musicians who might not otherwise get any exposure.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mark.00255
    United States10 months ago
  • Go Deep With Jason

    This podcast goes deep with big names and interesting people in the world of guitar and music in general. Jason’s a great interviewer and seems to make his guests feel comfortable. This is a must-listen for guitar nerds who want to go deeper than the latest gear, and get into the minds of great builders, players, and repair people.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TyColorado25
    United States2 years ago
  • Gotta up the audio game

    Ethan Sherman’s mic on the new ep is unlistenable. Deleted.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    lennon2020
    United States2 years ago
  • Guru Singh

    More Guru Singh!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wabn
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise in-depth conversations with builders and players, noting it goes beyond gear talk.
High-quality interviewer who makes guests comfortable and dives into craft and career.
Positive feedback on the breadth of guests and the passion for guitars; occasional critiques on audio quality.
Overall, regarded as a top resource for guitar nerds and the broader fretted-instrument community.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Podcast 556: Louis Campbell
Q: What prompted the switch from classical to popular music within your education, and how did that influence your career?
He explains that moving to the popular music course allowed more composition and professional engagement, enabling him to tour, write, reflect, and apply classical insights to a broader musical personality.
Podcast 556: Louis Campbell
Q: Could you talk a little bit about your relation to Martin Simpson?
Louis recounts meeting Martin through Sam Sweeney, the long-running mentorship, and how those experiences shaped his playing and his approach to tone and improvisation, especially in traditional contexts.
Podcast 555: Micah Preite
Q: So do you... I mean this is kind of interesting because I think it sounds like you got more attention at first just through sheer audio tracks that you'd go put on Spotify than like going on Instagram and trying to do a demo.
Yes, I didn't really have much social media presence early on; it was mostly about posting music online and letting listeners discover it organically, which led to opportunities and collaborations rather than a social media push.
Podcast 552: Darryl Rahn
Q: What kind of music are you playing?
The music started with early rock influences and gradually incorporated lyric-focused folk and indie sensibilities, evolving from high school experimentation to a more mature, storytelling approach as writing grew.
Podcast 551: Brad Barr (The Barr Brothers)
Q: You have been kind of blowing up the internet or at least Instagram with what do we call it?
Brad explains he learned the technique from Nicolae Neascu, emphasizes giving credit, and notes he's developed his own approach while hoping others will expand on it.

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The show centers on fretted instruments, with frequent focus on boutique guitars, luthiers, and the broader guitar ecosystem. Episodes combine deep dives into craft, gear, and recording with behind-the-scenes looks at musicians' careers, performances, and events like a major summit. It stands out for pairing technical detail with engaging storytelling, featuring builders, players, shop owners, and educators who illuminate the artistry, history, and daily realities of making and playing guitars. Potential listeners will likely appreciate the thoughtful, gear-nerd depth, practical insights for recording and performance, and a strong community angle around the fretted-instrument world.

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Recent guests on The Fretboard Journal Guitar Podcast include:

1. Mark Turley
2. Louis Campbell
3. Micah Preite
4. Alex Amen
5. Ryan Salm
6. Darryl Rahn
7. Brad Barr
8. Jeff Tweedy

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