Paul Kobylensky

Paul Kobylensky founded The New Rockstar music gear marketing agency and is a lifelong working guitarist and bassist. As a contributor to Premier Guitar, he is passionate about uncovering the unique stories behind every piece of music, brand, and piece of gear. His mission is to bring these stories to light, showcasing the inspiration, artistry, and people who create the industry we all love. Paul studied at Central Washington University, and is a member of Strange Waters, Random Change, and Koby. Read more at https://thenewrockstar.net/.

Robert Keeley: From Homemade Mods to Pedal Powerhouse

Robert Keeley: From Homemade Mods to Pedal Powerhouse

The pedal builder and his company, Keeley Electronics, have weathered enough personal and business trials to collapse less adaptable stompbox makers. But thanks to inventive designs, sharp process management, standout products like the Manis and Zoma—and perhaps a few four-leaf clovers—he's emerged as a leading name in the industry.

The Loud History of High-Gain Amplification

The Loud History of High-Gain Amplification

From walls of 4x12s to modern modeling tech, heavy tones have come a long way since the age of Iommi.