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    “Buy That Guitar” podcast with special guest Freeman Arthur

    Season 03 Episode 08 In Episode 3.8 of “Buy That Guitar,” host Ram Tuli is joined by Freeman Arthur, who is known worldwide for boosting the profile and appeal of the pedal-steel guitar. He is an active session musician and has performed/recorded with artists across diverse genres. Subscribe to our “Overdrive” newsletter for the latest…

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Jerry Riggs

Jerry Riggs

Heavy Metal Forever

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Nancy Wilson

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Hall and Hoppen

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Sean Watkins

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Dave Murray

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Danny Gatton

Unfinished Business

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Tom Keifer

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Craig Ross

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Steve Cropper

Homage to Lowman Pauling

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Sam Kiszka

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Geezer Butler

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Pop ’N Hiss: Robin Trower’s Twice Removed from Yesterday

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Freddie Salem

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Mary Osborne

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Johnny Hiland

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Andy Fraser

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Jim Lauderdale

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The Manakooras

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Nancy Wilson

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Mary Osborne

Charlie’s Angel

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Oz Noy

Oz Noy

Dishing Out More Twisted Blues

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