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Here are some weblinks we think are worth browsing. We hope you agree. ... GUITAR MAKERS, LUTHIERS and REPAIRERS KGB MUSIC - high quality custom guitars and professional repair service. Have a look at the superb guitar gallery. ANTONY DIXON - an accomplished UK based luthier specialising in mandolins and lutes as well as acoustic and classical guitars. Mouth-watering gallery on website LEGRA GUITARS - Leigh-on-Sea, Essex based custom electric guitar and bass luthier. Also does repairs and setups. BIG ROCK ENGINEERING - Californian plectrum design innovator and home of the ergonomic f-1 Pick. PAVAN CLASSICAL GUITARS - Spanish Classical Guitars, Spanish Guitars and Classical Guitars at great prices. Built to the specifications of classical guitar maker Tom Prisloe. JAMES LISTER - if you are considering a handbuilt classical guitar of outstanding clarity, warmth, balance and playability then this Sheffield based, accomplished luthier is someone you'll want to talk to. ....GUITAR TUITION and RESOURCES BOB HOULSTON - an absolute must for the beginner and enthusiast guitarist. Bob Houlston has put together this wealth of free tips and tabs. If you live near St Albans in Herts, Bob could be the ideal tutor for you. NICK ELDRIDGE - Guitar, Bass and Banjo tuition in the Tunbridge Wells area. Beginner to advanced levels taught by an accomplished player and teacher. MIKE'S GUITAR SITE - tabs, audio files. downloads and lots more. GUITARSECRETS - Lead Guitar Made Easy and Free online Guitar Lessons.       ........................................................................BANDS and MUSICIANS............. THE RHYTHM BANDITS - When Blues married Punk,The Rhythm Bandits were born. Bad Bob Bates and his mates know the meaning of the word 'entertainment' in the form of hard edge covers and original material. They say that this truly great high energy R'n'B band based in the North East will travel anywhere - if the beer is good. Looking to fill a gig with satisfied and thirsty punters?? - e-mail bandits@rhythmbandits.fsnet.co.uk DEL BROMHAM - With a recording history with his first band - STRAY - dating back to the 60's, Del is in the same guitarist league as masters such as Page, Clapton and Beck. His first blues based album Devil's Highway was released in 2004 with his band The Devils. Listen to MP3 soundclips from the album. FERGUS WINCHESTER - Jersey based singer. songwriter and acoustic guitar artist. Listen to a range of downloads -seriously good stuff. STRAY - For a 60's rock band band who've never been away, STRAY have made a spectacular comeback! This is the stuff of British band legend. NEIL SPEERS - Neil's website of original acoustic guitar music including useful information and links for guitar players. KHARKOV DINERS - a melodic, dynamic metal band who play their own style of unique heavy, moody rock CORBAN RECORDINGS - Biography, downloads and recording catalogue of Alastair McDonald, Scotland's leading musical minstrel. KIERAN HALPIN - for lovers of the acoustic guitar. This successful sonwriter performs his unique material with passion, power and intensity. HOOPER - with their unique arrangements of classic and contemporary pop songs, Hooper is one of the most highly professioanal and successful bands on the circuit. STIRCRAZY - with tongue very firmly in cheek, this North West rock band (Mark, Wig, Heather and co.) have set out their site to amuse. Have you ever read such a well thought out list of tips on how to ru(i)n your life! And, just in case you need a fencing instructor, check their links page. BOB FOX - the website of Bob Fox the highly regarded professional folk singer/ guitarist/ musician who has been working the UK and international folk club circuit for more than 25 years. Bob's albums can be purchased online. JEFF SPENCER - bassist and composer. Personal website with bio info and teaching resources. DR. IKA - accomplished neo blues-fusion guitarist once described as the best thing ever to have come out of Russia. Lots of interesting info and downloads. LUMMUX - Didsbury based pop/rock band who pen their own original songs. Sample excerpts from their original recordings. BANDFAMILYTREE - a must for every band and band member. Add your musical CV; link to your wewbsite; musical resource centre. Don't miss this one. 20 DEAD CAMELS - A ska band going from strength to strength. Forthcomuing gigs, biogs and skank tutorial for the uninitiated. JUSTIN THORNE - Chill out and listen to some of Justin's downloads. This Jersey-based singer, songwriter's mellow, alternative folk rock tunes will remain with you long after your visit to his cool website. THE SHADOWS - the legendry UK band has a vibrant and active following of guitar enthusiasts and longstanding fans in this web community. A highly recommended web-clubfor anyone wanting to indulge. MADEE - this up-and-coming modern day Led Zeppelin has lots of powerful new material of its own. A band to keep your eye on. NORTHWEST UK UNSIGNED - gives listings of the unsigned bands in the North West of England - Manchester, Liverpool and Leeds - and includes band news, features and gig guide. BLACK PRESIDENT - an aspiring young heavy metal band from South Wales. FIBBERS , YORK - live band venue. Buy tickets online. WILLIAM JACKSON - into Celtic folk music? William Jackson is a composer and harper of outstanding ability. Last year William composed and arranged the new anthem for Scotland - 'Land of Light'.   ......................................................... If you are looking for some creative images of your band you might want to visit Tony Smith's Hotpix site .................Music Industry InfoIOS....... HITHEADS - the ultimate online resource for A&R, label, management and publishing contacts. FLYING BLIND is a 16 track digital operation run by guitar pro, Chris Harris. If you are a songwriter wanting to set the world on fire but in need of a top quality demo, Chris will help you achieve your ambitions in a relaxed and professional environment. And regarding experience....... well, let's just say he has been sending demos out to Nashville for longer than he likes to admit. Contact; chris@flyingblind.co.uk TAXI- The independent A&R vehicle connecting unsigned artists, bands and songwriters with major record labels, publishers, film and TV music managers. PIGFACTORY - Music Production Company - Demo Service for Professional Producers Sonwriters Publishers PMSPC MUSIC - creators of independent music NOMA MUSIC - helps find homes for all styles of music. If you are an emerging artist maybe they could help you link up with a Major or Indie record company .   DEC CLUSKEY expert guidance for all budding hit song writers who want to make £Millions from their music. TalentSTAR - A UK site offering advice, auditions, cantacts and a whole lot more for the aspiring young professional in the music industry. So YOUWANNA Get Signed to a Record Label - great site for all sorts of info. Sound advice for the striving band. MUSIC MEDIA ENTERTAINMENT GROUP - Idol pass you by? Become a singing sensation anyway. Open talent call. .........GEAR & RECORDS........ DIRECTSOUNDHIRE - for all your sound equipment hire needs. A high quality service at low prices. GUITAR-WEBSITES - well worth a visit and could become a firm favourite to help you track down resources. STRINGLIFE - protect your guitar strings. this revolutionary product protects and extends the life of acoustic, electric, bass guitar, violin, cello, bass strings and more. It is the ultimate in guitar string care extending tone, life and playability. IRISH FLUTES etc - Excellent source for quality Irish Tin Whistles, Irish Flutes, Penny Whistles and Bodhrans. KANGAROO AMP COVERS - the place for high quality custom made amp covers. SHOPPINGTROLLEY.NET - Useful site for finding all your shopping needs from secure online retailers. MVE SHOPS- London's largest buyer and seller of second hand instruments, amps, records etc. EARTHVIBEMUSIC - Online shop for percussion instruments and more. GUITARIMPORTS - save on high quality acoustic-electric guitars. Solid top, 4-band equaliser and genuine inlay pearl with 90 day guarantee. MEGAGUITAR - a new US website offering deals on guitars and gear.     Miscellaneous CREDIT FACTOR - Directory offers useful articles about credit reports, credit scores and credit management.  If you would like to link to us feel free to use one of the banners below. www.europa-club.com - European search engine             ..........................................................