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Author: John Montagna

John Montagna is a bass guitarist, singer, songwriter (but not a “singer-songwriter”) and Brooklyn Native. He has toured the world and elsewhere with Alan Parsons, Todd Rundgren, The Turtles (featuring Flo & Eddie) and many other legendary hit makers, and he created the theme music for the top-rated comedy podcast “WTF With Marc Maron.” John prefers to view his all-consuming obsession with The Beatles as an asset, rather than a liability.

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Sympathy for the Drummer: Why Charlie Watts Matters

Charlie Watts is considered the “heartbeat” of the Stones. A new book breaks down why this timekeeper is one of the most masterful drummers of any genre.

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“Underrated”: 3 Bass Players Who Deserve More Appreciation

We asked, you answered. In our social media poll of favorite underrated bass players, these three names came up most frequently.

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Sonny Rollins’ “Way Out West” Remains Essential

If you have an appetite for great jazz and want to hear one of its shining stars at a peak moment of his creativity, this “Way Out West” deluxe reissue is a must-have.

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“Underrated”: 3 Singers Who Deserve More Love

You weighed in on some singers who are “Underrated.” We tallied things up and took a look at 3 names most frequently mentioned.

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You Told Us, We Dug Deep: 3 Underrated Guitarists

It was a heated debate on our Facebook page. So we took the most “likes” and asked musician John Montagna to weigh in on three top picks for “most underrated guitarist.”

Author: John Montagna

Sympathy for the Drummer: Why Charlie Watts Matters

“Underrated”: 3 Bass Players Who Deserve More Appreciation

Sonny Rollins’ “Way Out West” Remains Essential

“Underrated”: 3 Singers Who Deserve More Love

You Told Us, We Dug Deep: 3 Underrated Guitarists

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