Episodes
Monday Mar 30, 2020
Misha Mansoor - The Captain Meets
Monday Mar 30, 2020
Monday Mar 30, 2020
Misha Mansoor is the founder of modern metal pioneers Periphery; trendsetters of the "djent" genre. As one of the most recognised and accomplished guitarists in the game today, we were fortunate enough to catch up with "Bulb" back in 2015 during his sold-out UK clinic tour.
In one of our most popular episodes of 'The Captain Meets' thus far, Lee certainly didn't hold back and asked Misha about his influences, signature Jackson/Bare Knuckle gear and how to face criticism!
Monday Mar 23, 2020
Laura Cox - The Captain Meets
Monday Mar 23, 2020
Monday Mar 23, 2020
Laura Cox is one of the most exciting blues rock players around today, her playing has attracted millions of views on her YouTube channel and she tours extensively with the Laura Cox Band. Laura and the Captain sit down to discuss her guitar playing journey, finding fame on YouTube, and of course... gear.
In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.
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Monday Mar 16, 2020
Joe Bonamassa - The Captain Meets
Monday Mar 16, 2020
Monday Mar 16, 2020
Back in 2014, the Captain sat down with blues virtuoso Joe Bonamassa at the Marshall headquarters to demo and discuss the limited edition Marshall CS JTM145 amp. The guys discuss the story behind this special amp and Joe gets some blistering classic Marshall tones with Bernie Marsden's vintage 1959 Les Paul!
In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.
We hope you enjoy the episode - don’t forget to subscribe, share with your friends and follow us on social media for the latest news. ‘Til next time!
Monday Mar 09, 2020
James Bay - The Captain Meets
Monday Mar 09, 2020
Monday Mar 09, 2020
James Bay is an English guitarist and singer-songwriter, probably most well-known for his wildly popular 2014 track ‘Hold Back the River’. What you may not know however, is that James brings a serious level of guitar playing to the table too.
The Captain and James hang out backstage before his sold-out show at the Hammersmith Apollo, nerding out over gear and discussing everything from early musical influences, picking up the guitar for the first time and growing as a musician - there’s even time for a bit of a jam as well!
In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.
We hope you enjoy the episode - don’t forget to subscribe, share with your friends and follow us on social media for the latest news. ‘Til next time!
Monday Mar 02, 2020
Ian Thornley - The Captain Meets
Monday Mar 02, 2020
Monday Mar 02, 2020
Ian Thornley is the lead singer and guitarist of Candian-American rock band, Big Wreck. With riffs as powerful as his epic vocals, Ian blew us away with his playing when he dropped by the Andertons Studio for a chat with the Captain.
In a real treat for guitar nerds, they discuss his music, gear, and have an extensive discussion about theory and technique.
In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.
We hope you enjoy the episode - don’t forget to subscribe, share with your friends and follow us on social media for the latest news. ‘Til next time!
Monday Feb 24, 2020
Martin Harley - The Captain Meets
Monday Feb 24, 2020
Monday Feb 24, 2020
Armed with his lap steel guitar, Coodercaster and bottleneck slide, Martin Harley has carved out a distinct tone inspired by the stirring sounds of delta blues and Americana. His last two albums were recorded in Nashville, the spiritual home of American folk and country music.
Alongside his own solo material, Martin has performed with the likes of Eric Clapton, Van Morrison and Laura Marling among others. He stopped by the Andertons TV studio to catch up with his old pal, our very own Captain Anderton - cue conversations about wanderlust, slide guitar tunings, the Nashville experience and much, much more...
Friday Feb 14, 2020
Yvette Young - The Captain Meets
Friday Feb 14, 2020
Friday Feb 14, 2020
Yvette Young is one of guitar music’s rising stars. Making music both as a solo artist and with math-rock trio Covet, her unique style combines two-hand tapping with open tunings and chiming clean tones, influenced by her background as a classically-trained pianist and violinist. Yvette sat down with the Captain in the Andertons studio to talk about gear, inspiration, motivation and life itself.
In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.
We hope you enjoy the episode - don’t forget to subscribe, share with your friends and follow us on social media for the latest news. ‘Til next time!
Friday Jan 31, 2020
Ariel Posen - The Captain Meets
Friday Jan 31, 2020
Friday Jan 31, 2020
One of Canada’s finest guitar exports, Ariel Posen combines gutsy slide playing with a masterful knowledge of harmony – the result is a uniquely expressive form of blues, with a healthy injection of jazz, country and straight-up rock ‘n’ roll. He’s also a regular on Andertons TV! Ariel sat down with the Captain in the Andertons studio to talk about gear, inspiration, motivation and life itself.
In our 'The Captain Meets...' series on Youtube, our very own Lee Anderton spends some quality time with some of the hottest and most influential artists in the business. Topics of discussion range from favourite guitar pedals to most severe injuries on tour - nothing is off-limits.
We hope you enjoy the episode - don’t forget to subscribe, share with your friends and follow us on social media for the latest news. ‘Til next time!
Friday Jan 10, 2020
Lari Basilio – The Captain Meets
Friday Jan 10, 2020
Friday Jan 10, 2020
Brazilian guitar virtuoso Lari Basilio is a true musical genius. Combining skilful, melodic and tasteful playing, Lari has developed a unique instrumental style that has garnered appreciation and admiration from across the music world.
Lari stopped by the Andertons HQ to showcase her sensational playing, while also discussing her childhood in São Paulo, why she picked up the instrument, guitar heroes, and a certain collaboration with Joe Satriani...Something that The Captain is very jealous about!
Friday Jan 03, 2020
Matt Schofield – The Captain Meets
Friday Jan 03, 2020
Friday Jan 03, 2020
The LA Daily News once described Matt Schofield using the following sentence. “In Schofield, the UK has produced the best Blues guitarist from any country in decades…head and shoulders above the herd”. Never has a few words been so accurate. Matt has justifiably been ranked alongside notable legendary players, including Peter Green and Eric Clapton – with a level of playing and talent that saw him inducted into the British Blues Hall of Fame.
In this episode, The Captain sits down with Matt to talk growing up in Manchester, musical inspirations, his career to date, and what he’s getting up to in the future. There’s even time for a quick rig tour and a demonstration of his truly mind-boggling guitar skills!