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How Nathaniel Murphy Approaches Pop Music Arrangements on Guitar

By John BohlingerApr 03, 2026

John Bohlinger

John Bohlinger is a Nashville-based multi-instrumentalist best known for leading the band on NBC's Nashville Star, serving as music director for the CMT Awards and specials on PBS and GAC, and of course for his appearances in PG Rig Rundown, Review Demo, Axes & Artifacts, and What Bohlinger Plays videos.

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Bohlinger finally gets to meet one of his favorite guitarists, Nathaniel Murphy of Chicago Music Exchange fame. The two talk about their approach to the instrument, decode why guitar arrangements are puzzles, unravel Nathaniel's journey from futbol coach to busker to ace instrumentalist, all before Murphy humbly asks for a simple gig as a rhythm guiitarist in your band. Of course the duo share a couple of tasty jams, too.

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Rig Rundown: Tony Danza Tapdance Extravaganza

By Perry BeanApr 01, 2026

Perry Bean

Perry Bean cut his teeth touring and playing in punk rock and hardcore bands, before he got his start in film. He worked his way up from lowly production assistant to become a producer, art director, and most recently, a music video director nominated for ACM, CMT, and CMA awards. Being Premier Guitar's Chief Videographer was a perfect fit for him, combining his two favorite things—guitars and cameras. Perry doesn't have free time, but his massive dog Beef pays his rent by being Perry's intern.

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Bass Fuzz You Can Use (Without Losing Low End Thump)!

By Steve CookMar 28, 2026

Steve Cook

Freelance writer and product review specialist Steve Cook is a musician with decades of experience in the music world as a worldwide touring and session musician, songwriter, and producer. His love for bass guitar fuels his creative fire, with a good Telecaster being a close second. He attended University of Southern Mississippi, and his former band, King Konga was the most successful unsuccessful band in the ’90s—they landed a spot at Woodstock ’99, but couldn't land a record deal. Steve also produces and shoots video from demos to full-length music videos, and is a ghostwriter of memoirs. Steve maintains balance in writing and song creation with lots of single origin coffee. Connect with him at www.stevecookwrites.com.

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