The Andertons Music Podcast The Captain Meets Paul Reed Smith (2025)
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Jun 27, 2025 Join Paul Reed Smith, a master guitar builder and founder of PRS Guitars, as he chats with Lee about the art of crafting guitars blending traditional methods with modern innovations. They dive into the transformative power of live music, reflecting on how it shapes identity and understanding. Discover the intricacies of guitar pickups, from P90s to humbuckers, and hear anecdotes about their evolution influenced by legendary artists. The nostalgia for rock legends like Queen at Wembley highlights the emotional weight of iconic performances in music history.
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Turning Point Playing Jeff Beck's Party
- Paul Reed Smith recounts his nerve-wracking performance after Jeff Beck at his party with 1100 guitar players watching.
- That moment shifted his identity from guitar maker who occasionally plays to a guitar player who makes guitars.
Listen More, Play Less Notes
- Focus on listening closely to the music rather than just playing scales in key.
- This helped Lee Anderton and Paul Reed Smith develop more musical timing and feel, playing behind or with the beat.
Lesson with Perfect Note Guitarist
- Paul Reed Smith met Chris Leuzinger, a session guitarist noted for perfect, minimal note playing on Garth Brooks' records.
- Chris taught Paul to play on the "back side" of the beat, improving his groove and pocket.