Gino Matteo is carving the spot he deserves as a "force of nature" in the roots world. Sensational guitarist, songwriter and powerfully emotional live performer, he empowered the Sugaray hit machine for nearly a decade. Gino has destroyed countless audiences here in the US and abroad with his powerful wit, gut ripping playing, and incredibly gifted musicianship.

Hey everybody. I was born and raised right outside of Lexington, KY, and moved to Nashville in 1999. I started doing session work fairly quickly after I moved to town, and also started touring with various artists. From 2004 to 2020, I toured and recorded with Rascal Flatts, and it was an amazing “home base” for me. Between musical collaborations via the Flatts gig, and various other live and studio situations I have found myself in, I have been blessed to make music with a lot of amazing people and quite a few of my heroes. You can now catch me on tour with country music artist Luke Bryan.

AJ Ghent [j-ent] and His Singing Guitar construct a musical sound that can be heard howling from the church to the streets to the clubs. His style can be defined as fresh, nostalgic, electrifying and roots rock, -- fusing blues, funk, rock, and pop, mashing it into a genre he likes to call, NEO BLUES.

British singer, songwriter and record producer who has sold over 20 million records worldwide. He is renowned for his distinctive soulful singing voice.

Jack Ryan Sullivan is a film composer, multi-instrumentalist, producer, and songwriter based out of Los Angeles, CA. He plays over 30 instruments with a focus on guitar, plectrum banjo, mandolin, and pedal steel guitar. His favorite amp is his Quilter Aviator Mach 3, and he owns an amp from every generation of modern Quilter.

Hailing from Haleiwa, HI
This award-winning artist brings a unique soulful-honest-songwriting style to the stage. Performing all original music and energizing audiences all across the globe. You’ll be sure to leave the experience feeling loved, electrified and pondering the lyrics.

Doyle started playing guitar professionally when he was fifteen. At 21, while on tour with the Big "D" Jamboree, he began playing steel guitar professionally. Most recently he has been touring with Jimmy Buffet's Coral Reefer Band.

We lost one of our dearest friends on April 15th, 2017. Holdsworth used Quilter MicroPro Generation 1 Stacks. Each of the MicroPro Gen 1 12 inch combos drove an extension speaker for a 4x12 inch configuration. These he placed atop an additional pair of Quilter Extension cabs which were driven by a QSC GX7 amplifier for his synthaxe amplification. When touring overseas, Holdsworth used two Quilter MicroPro heads for guitar, and two Quilter Tone Block 200's for Synthaxe.

Playing slide instruments such as dobro, steel guitar and lap steel since the age of thirteen and gathering critical success with his band Bering Strait, Sasha and the band earned a Grammy nomination for Best Country Instrumental Performance in 2003. Currently Sasha is touring the world with country star Darius Rucker.

Nick Campbell plays the electric bass. He was born and raised in Los Angeles and like most members of the city’s bountiful music scene he spent the majority of his youth in the annals of music education. It was here that Campbell developed his unique penchant for superimposing triadic patterns over static harmony (commonly referred to as “getting modal”). He currently writes music under the name “Nick Campbell Destroys.”

For almost 25 years, Jr has been a fixture on the East Coast blues circuit. He has performed at numerous clubs, festivals, made multiple appearances at NAMM shows, and was recently inducted into the Northern Virginia Blues Hall Of Fame.

Mike Manning is a Musical Director and professional guitarist out of Dallas, Texas. Having lived in musical cities such as Atlanta, Los Angeles, New York City, Chicago and Dallas, his sound is a blend of styles and genres, with rock at its heart. Mike got his professional start touring as lead guitarist for Demi Lovato, performing in over 30 countries across four continents and countless TV performances. He is currently Music Directing and playing guitars for SHAB, a Persian/American dance/pop artist, opening for artists such as Anastacia and JLS across Europe. Mike has been an exclusive Quilter user for the past decade, and the original endorsee of the Aviator 2!

Emiliano Juárez is considered among the best Blues guitar players in Mexico. Being one of the very few mexican Blues guitarists on an international level, he has traveled the world performing at important stages in America, Asia and Europe

Chris has been playing music professionally for over 25 years. Whether it be upright bass, vocals, guitar or electric bass, he has been contributing to the roots music scene as a stand out performer, song writer and session player, constantly working with several acts.

Nicaraguan-American Marc Anthony LeGrand is a New York City-based guitarist, composer, theorist, and producer whose work and collaborations blur the lines of composed and improvised music. As an artist, Marc challenges the listener’s relationship with consonance and dissonance. In doing so, it is his aim to uncover an ever-widening aural palette, to journey with the listener between the visceral and ethereal, and to foster a globally conscious harmonic experience.

Mark Whitfield graduated from Boston’s prestigious Berklee College of Music in the spring of 1987. Shortly thereafter, he returned to his native New York to embark on a career as a Jazz Guitarist that afforded him the opportunity to collaborate with legendary artists including Dizzy Gillespie, Art Blakey, Quincy Jones, Ray Charles, Herbie Hancock, Carmen McRae, Gladys Knight, Burt Bacharach, Jimmy Smith, Clark Terry, Shirley Horn, Wynton Marsalis, Branford Marsalis, Joe Williams, and his greatest teacher and mentor George Benson.

Brazilian guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer, playing the blues with a touch of soul, heavily influenced by Chicago blues artists like JImmy Johnson and Carl Weathersby! In addition to being a string-bender and vocalist who delivers his lyrics in almost totally unaccented English, he’s also a music promoter who’s worked closely with some of the best musicians the Windy City has to offer.

Over his 50+ years in music... Greg has played with Steve Miller, Van Morrison, Greg Kihn, Eddie Money, Paul Butterfield, Big Brother and MANY MORE! See him LIVE with his all-star band!

In addition to his duties playing and composing for the seminal North West Gypsy Jazz group PearlDjango, Tim is a world renowned Solo Guitarist.

Josh grew up studying and playing music abroad, including conservatories across France, and finished his studies in Dallas, TX. He's played professionally as a studio and touring musician between the United States and Europe for 15 years and is currently based in Paris, France.

David Hidalgo is one of the founding members of Los Lobos. Hidalgo's songs have been coveredby theJerry Garcia Band, Waylon Jennings,Bonnie Raittand others. He has performed in Eric Clapton'sCrossroads Guitar Festival since its inception in 2004, including a performance with Los Lobos in April 2013 at Madison Square Garden.

This guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer fuses elements of blues, rock, funk and Latin music to create a sound all his own.

Constantly seeking to push his limits and abilities as a guitarist, a composer and an improviser, Juan has slowly carved a name for himself within the Colombian Jazz scene where he currently works as Coordinator of the Guitar Department at EMMAT.

Surfer Joe has been involved in the surf music scene since the mid 90s, building up his name worldwide both as musician and event organizer. His frenetic touring schedule proves that this small genre deserves more attention. Surfer Joe carries on the legacy of the original 60s California bands with their sound and energy, while showcasing his own style.

Kai Kurosawa picked up the electric bass at the age of fifteen. Today his primary axe is Kūbo (aka the Aircraft Carrier); a custom 15-string instrument which he co-developed with renowned luthiers Michael & Daniel Tobias (MTD). Kai self-taught and self-created fresh new cutting edge musical techniques for this unique instrument. Widely considered as truly one of a kind player, he is frequently invited to teach seminars and clinics in the United States, Europe, and Asia. He is consistently busy working with various bands and creative projects; genres include jazz, progressive metal, rock, pop, and electronic music. When not on tour, he works as a producer/programmer and gives online lessons. Kai currently resides in Los Angeles.

Eddie "Fingers" Ojeda is famous for being the lead guitarist in the American heavy metal band Twisted Sister, as well as for his perfomances as a solo artist. Eddie has recorded 11 albums with Twisted Sister which combined have earned 25 gold and platinum records.

Mark "The Animal" Mendoza is the bassist of the American heavy metal band, Twisted Sister, Blackfoot, The Dictators and Animal Tactix. Mark enjoys performing to support many worthy charities and he jams regularly with a local band called Joe Rock and the All Stars, on Long Island, New York.

Rockabilly,country, western swing, blues and rock and roll mix with“Italian taste” through Sicilian guitarist “Don” Diego Geraci.

American session guitarist, singer-songwriter, film score composer and record producer who's resume reads like a “Who’s Who” of heavy music industry giants including Steve Winwood, Joan Baez, Cher, Whitney Houston, Al Green, Roberta Flack, Mariah Carey, C+C Music Factory, Hall & Oates, Annie Lennox, Jennifer Lopez, Alicia Keys, and too many more to name here.

Cody Angel started playing guitar at the ripe age of 11 while living in Kentucky. Since beginning his music career, Cody has had the opportunity to play and record with many acts. Currently he occupies the steel guitar spot with Texas artist Josh Ward. 

Leisz grew up in the garage band culture of mid-60s Southern California. He has recorded with numerous artists from Clapton to Avenged Sevenfold and is a member of The Forest Rangers rock band best known for songs from the TV series Sons of Anarchy.

Evans is guitarist and vocalist for the band The Alive, that launched in California between surf & skate sessions in 2018. They've performed around the globe at festivals and benefits. opened for major acts, been featured in tons of magazines, and named one of Stab Magazine’s 30 Under 30 Culture Shifters of Tomorrow.

Bobby Abarca lays down the groove and is part of the rhythm section for the band PowerFlex 5. Born in Bremenhaven, Germany he has over 20 years of stage experience and has toured all over the world.

Ernie "The Mayor" Ecraela started his career at the tender age of 13, when he opted on bass so he could join a friends blues trio. Since then he's been in high demand in the Honolulu music scene and beyond playing with legendary local bands. Nowadays you can catch him on tour with Ron Artis II & The Truth playing shows and festivals all over the United States and beyond. 

John was bass player for Oingo Boingo from 1984-1995. He co-produce 4 full length releases with Danny Elfman and Steve Bartek. In 1995, John opened the doors to 'Brando's Paradise', his personally owned recording studio where he could produce a vast array of musical talent and projects.

Originally from Miami, FL, Ash Jangda, has established himself as a sought-after & versatile composer / musician / musical director / educator in Los Angeles, CA. His broad musical scope has afforded him the privilege of collaborating with an eclectic group of the world's influential and relevant award-winning artists.

Ian Ross is a bassist, instrumentalist, and producer based in Hollywood, California. His current projects include instrumental rock band John 5 and the Creatures and alt-pop artist Fiona Grey. A Chicago native, Ian began his musical life as a violinist, playing his earliest gigs on electric violin before picking up the bass guitar.

Speaking of loud  I have a  Quilter pro block, and am using it with a cabinet made by Nocturne loaded with a Warehouse Veteran 30...It sounds great at any venue.  It is extremely light and I will never be overpowered...When it comes to travel the best setup for me is a Quilter Tone Block and Nocturne Junior Barnyard.

Having spent countless hours practicing, Justin left the small town of Casper, WY and headed for music row. "I went to Belmont University in Nashville majoring in classical performance and had heard of Brad because he graduated the previous year." Now Brad's longtime sideman, Justin can be heard on all of Paisley's releases.

Hailing from Gallatin, TN, Kenny is a long time member of Brad's all star band. Starting out his career as a guitarist, he worked with Billy Dean and earned the recognition it would take to have his name show up in the spotlight. Catch him on tour and on all Paisley live albums. 

Singer, Songwriter, Producer and lead singer of Red White and Whiskey. Remington has an increasing following on IG and is a founding member of the Dallas Stunt Riders.

Having first gained notoriety for being the lead singer of the Vinnie Vincent Invasion, Mark Slaughter is best known as the frontman and namesake of the popular early-'90s glam metal outfit Slaughter.

In the 2005 "Encyclopedia of the Blues" by Edward Komara the article on Washington state speculated a possibility that "Seattle has more blues guitar players than any city in the world". It also mentions CD Woodbury as one of the standouts. The Washington State Blues Society awarded him Best Electric Blues Guitarist three times

Tim Miller is an American guitarist and composer at the forefront of progressive fusion and jazz. He first became known for his distinctive acoustic-electric sound, melodic compositions, and unique approach to improvisation. His latest album, Synergy, is the culmination of this aesthetic vision. His other notable recordings include his Trio series.

Jay Leonard’s rich and diverse musical technique is augmented by his West Coast upbringing and cultivated by professional experience globally. Jay has produced promotional music for television and Netflix and also runs a thriving YouTube Channel where he has showcased a lot of Quilter gear.

“Not Your Typical Violinist”, L.A. Based Rock 'N' Roll Violinist Emily V is one of the most unique, eccentric, and exciting violinists of our day. Emily has toured with many iconic & world-renowned musicians. In between tours, she continues to have local residency gigs at venues in the L.A. area. She currently performs as an exciting solo experience creating a rock n roll drama that unfolds before the audience’s eyes and ears.

Common Kings’ style and music is a collection of inspirations orchestrated into an array of head rocking beats, feel good vibes, and emotional fever. Their crazy, fun-loving attitude compliments Common Kings’ live sound, producing phenomenal hits with rock, reggae, and island influences. These influences originate from each band members love for various genres, and widespread knowledge of music.

Belinda "Bibi" McGill is an American guitarist, best known as the lead guitarist and musical director of Beyoncé's backing band, the Suga Mamas, as well as for her work with Pink, Paulina Rubio and Chilean rock group La Ley.

We loved and appreciated James. He will be forever missed.

American blues harmonica player, singer, and songwriter. Harman became known as a skilled, reliable musician, whether for a backing band or leading his own ensemble. Numerous songs by Harman have been used in films and on television.

Ward Williams is currently playing pedal steel and guitar for Bryce Canyon Wranglers. He has also performed with Maddie & Tae, Sorta, The Old 97′s, Two Cow Garage, and pop/hip hop writer/producer Damon Elliot.

Black Market III crosses over, using the Blues as the root of the sound, their music infuses traditional Blues with Roots Rock, Latin, and straight ahead Rock. Coverdale + Blinn crosses over Blues, American Roots, and Rock in a stripped down version from the full band.

Mateus Asato is a Brazilian guitar player who has been considered to the media one of the "most influential guitar players" of this modern era.

3-time Grammy Nominated Bassist, Composer, Producer, Engineeer

Since his early days with the Untamed Youth and the Dave and Deke Combo, Dickerson has been getting his hands into various other parts of the entertainment business. In recent years he has had numerous songs placed in movies, television, and radio, and he has produced quite an impressive number of albums, both at his own Ecco-Fonic Studios and elsewhere.

Across all his bands and projects, Townsend has released twenty-three studio albums and three live albums. Townsend's trademark production style, featuring a heavily multitracked wall of sound, has been compared to the styles of Phil Spector and Frank Zappa. His vocal delivery ranges from screaming to an opera-esque singing. Townsend's musical style is rooted in metal, and his albums are written to express different aspects of his personality.

Alex Band is an American musician and singer-songwriter, best known for his work in the band The Calling and their signature song "Wherever You Will Go", which peaked at #1 on the Adult Top 40 chart for 23 straight weeks.

Albert Lee is one of the most respected and renowned guitarists in music history. The British-born country-rock artist started his career during the emerging rock 'n' roll scene of sixties London, when he swapped bands with the likes of Jimmy Page and Chris Farlowe.

Tracy Byrd has been playing in WV horror punk band Blitzkid for 25 years. In that time they have toured all over the US, Europe, Brazil and Canada.

Keyboardist for Foo Fighters and the Wallflowers. He has worked for many artists including Pete Yorn, Soul Asylum, Stone Sour, Joseph Arthur and Coheed and Cambria.

Jerry Becker plays guitar and keyboards for Train, a Grammy award-winning American rock band from San Francisco formed in 1993.

Also known as Rog The Guitarman, Roger is a guitarist from a small town in Eastern Kentucky called Greasy Creek. Roger currently tours with Justin Moore, plays his own shows in the greater Nashville area and records for many other artists.

You may have seen him playing his Custom Nash P Bass or his Fretless Fender Jazz Bass with: Kira Lise, Besos, Jordan Lyles, Krista Marina, Chris Farmer, Shelton Taylor, Olivia Ooms, David Rosales, Chozin, Blake Jones, and Lily Honigberg.

Jeff Troxel is a guitarist, songwriter, composer, and music professor at the University of Montana. Jeff has won state flatpicking championships in Wyoming and Utah.

Founding member and lead guitarist of the band TESLA. Frank is an accomplished singer-songwriter and producer. Having a passion for all genres of music, he has recorded several solo albums.

Crediting a mix of hard work and being at the right place at the right time, he went from engineer to musician nearly overnight when 3 Doors Down needed a replacement guitarist. The band's first studio album, The Better Life, was released in 2000 and peaked at number seven on the Billboard 200. And the singles Kryptonite, Loser, and Duck and Run all reached number one on the mainstream rock charts.

Peter Parcek is an acclaimed modern blues artist based in Boston. He has toured & recorded with legendary blues maestro Pinetop Perkins.

There’s no doubt that Vernon Reid has already solidified his status as a true guitar legend, and time will only see his sonic kaleidoscopic colors shine even stronger.

Wooten has been Trace Adkin's lead guitar player since 2006. At age 12 Brian’s parents bought him and his brother a Silvertone guitar and amp and the rest is history.

Tim Sergent grew up in Ashland, but has been a musician making a living in Nashville for over 25 years. He has been a member of Bentley's band for over ten years.

Hekselman has released 10 critically-acclaimed records as a band-leader, many of which have made it into many 'best of the year' lists.

Yotam Silberstein, one of the leading jazz guitarists of his generation, has gained acclaim for a sound rich in bebop and blues as well as musical folklore from South America, North Africa and the Middle East, giving his music an increasingly global thrust.

In 1997, UK-born Taz came to the US with a guitar, a dream and $2K in his pocket. After recording his debut album in 2004, he garnered the attention of Graham Bonnet and it all took off from there.

Guitarist from Tampa experienced in all ranges of guitar specializing in jazz, jazz fusion, modern, and classical.

Dennis has been a singer, songwriter, guitar player, and producer for many years with many prominent artists having covered his songs.

For over 30 years, The Fabulous Thunderbirds have been the quintessential American band. Co-founder Kim Wilson, the sole original member, still spearheads the group as it evolves into its newest incarnation.

John Pisano has been formally recognized as one of the nation’s finest guitarists. He has accompanied in concert or recording some of music’s biggest names, including Peggy Lee, Tony Bennett, Burt Bacharach, Frank Sinatra, Michael Franks, Clare Fischer, Julie London, Bobby Troup, Natalie Cole, Joe Pass Barbra Streisand and Diana Krall.

Kenny Olson is a multi-platinum guitarist from Detroit, Michigan, who has performed with Aerosmith, Metallica, Run DMC, Hank Williams, Jr. Sheryl Crow, Billy Gibbons, Billy Cox, Buddy Miles, Les Paul, Buddy Guy, Bootsy Collins, Chaka Khan, Faith Evans, and Mick Mars. He was Kid Rock’s lead guitarist for eleven years performing around the world with dozens of television appearances, including Super Bowl XXXVIII.

Ben combines standard jazz plectrum technique, with classical fingerstyle, to create a wide range of sounds and textures.

As a guitarist, producer and composer Danny has played and recorded with such great artists as Levi Dexter, Tim Polecat, Johnny Ramone, Nancy Sinatra, Lemmy Kilmister, Lee Rocker, Slim Jim Phantom and Wanda Jackson.

Solidly laying down the sound as the stellar lead guitarist for Walk Off The Earth's action packed live performances, Lee serves both as the epic "stunt guitarist" and an integral part of the show itself. As Williamson proudly proclaims in the immortal Jimi Hendrix quote. "I'm Gonna pick up my axe and fight like a farmer."

A hectic touring schedule; twenty-one recordings as a leader,  countless sideman recordings; soundtrack performances on three of Clint Eastwood’s distinguished films; raconteur, arranger, acclaimed educator, in residence at USC’s Studio/Jazz Guitar Dept., when does Bruce Forman rest?

Pete Curry goes far beyond just the bassist of Los Straitjackets! As a soloist in his own right he has released his own albums and played drums and a myriad of other instruments both on and off albums for so many people he has to keep himself obscured at all times!

As a highly sought after keyboard player & musical director, Adam's career has seen him tour, write and record with some of the biggest selling artists in the recording industry.

Randle Gordon Bowden Currie born in Sturgeon Lake Saskatchewan, Canada, plays steel guitar for Brad Paisley. His favorite food is Chinese and his favorite color is blue.

Since 2000, this gifted guitarist, singer, songwriter and producer has been practically joined to Eric Clapton’s hip as both an onstage and studio collaborator. In addition to Slowhand, other music greats have sought Bramhall’s distinctive talents: Roger Waters, T-Bone Burnett, Elton John, Gregg Allman, Allen Toussaint, Sheryl Crow, Michael McDonald, Erykah Badu, – the list goes on and on.

Since 2005, Ric has been a distinct member of the Buddy Guy Band, gaining quite a national exposure. His style is versatile and melodic. He’s always ready and willing to interject with those soulful, ‘teeth gritting’ guitar licks.

Whether it’s playing for the Grammy Awards ceremony, being a guest lecturer, or convincing Wayne Shorter to produce his band’s album, David Robaire has proven time and again the many hats he wears all somehow fit just the way they should. Perfectly.

Los Tremoleros are a Melbourne, Australia 4-piece surf instrumental outfit. Together with Lucha Libre wrestling masks and a sense of humour, they feature songs peppered with a Mexican rock and roll, reverb-heavy surf sound.

Gulbrandsen has played at Kongsberg Jazz Festival, Blue Note, Birdland, BB. Kings, Cornelia Street Cafe, Smalls, Smoke ,Blues Alley, The Kennedy Center and many other places.

Howard Alden has been a Concord Jazz recording artist since the late '80s where his prolific recorded output as leader, co-leader, and versatile sideman, has captured an artist of consistently astonishing virtuosity and originality. It seems that the only thing regarding Howard Alden on which the critics have debate is whether the remarkable jazz guitarist is one of the best or simply the best.

Russell Pzutto is one of the most sought out bass players in the Northeast. Over the scope of 25 years Russell Pzutto has done pro recordings, performed and shared stages with national artists such as Vince Neil of Motley Crue, Stryper, Geoff Tate, Kip Winger and many more.

Andrew John "Drew" Brown is an American musician best known as the guitarist and keyboardist for the pop rock band One Republic.

For nearly two decades now, The Fenians have delivered their potent mix of traditional Irish folk and good old rock n roll all across the USA and Ireland. With an ever expanding set of original creations, as well as contemporary and traditional tunes plucked from the panoply of the genre, these five lads put on a live show that is second to none.

Originally from the L.A. area, Rich has been playing professionally and teaching guitar for over forty years.

Ever since Rock & Roll and Blues Hall Of Famer Elvin Bishop first hit the scene with the Paul Butterfield Blues Band back in 1965, he’s blazed his own musical trail.

Nathan James is a true original American roots music artist who makes a lot of sound pickin' and scratchin' on his handmade invention of washboard guitar.

Multi-PLATINUM hitmaker Justin Moore has built a loyal following over the past decade with his traditional Country sound and captivating live shows.

Kay-Ta has supported/performed with artists ranging from pop/R&B artists like Grammy Winner Lalah Hathaway, Jenifer Hudson, Jody Watley, Amerie & Chante Moore; contemporary jazz artists like Jackiem Joyner, Keiko Matsui, & Michael Lington; to Jazz Fusion artists like Japanese drum prodigy, Senri Kawaguchi.

Tom Holland grew up on Chicago’s south side and was influenced by the city’s rich jazz and blues heritage from a very young age.