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Chords for 4 string CBG (Tuned G-D-G-B)
Started this discussion. Last reply by Keith Conner Oct 3, 2017. 10 Replies 1 Like
A few months ago, I switched from playing a 3 string to a 4 string. One of the first things I noticed was a lack of chord charts. Instead of wondering why there wasn't one readily available, this is…Continue
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"love this!!! Really a great sound!
Here is a new one by me available for free download as…"
New!!! (i.e. 3 year old) CBG six song EP!!!
Lonesome Bastard Band by Urban BillWell... Better late than never. I recorded (in 2015) and released (in 2016) these songs without much (any) fanfare.Enjoy.See More
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New!!! (i.e. 3 year old) CBG six song EP!!!
Posted on May 20, 2019 at 1:30pm 2 Comments 1 Like
Well... Better late than never. I recorded (in 2015) and released (in 2016) these songs without much (any) fanfare.
Enjoy.
Exit 2014, Enter 2015
Posted on January 1, 2015 at 4:09pm 0 Comments 0 Likes
As for the ancient history that is the year 2014, It was good to me overall..
Got the home studio up and running. As a result, I managed to release not one but two CDs of three string CBG mayhem. Twenty two songs in all.
As for this year, I have something bigger planned. The goal is to have it finished by my birthday at the end of November.
As…
My First CBG album!! Give It A Listen.
Posted on May 26, 2014 at 4:30pm 7 Comments 3 Likes
https://urbanbill.bandcamp.com/album/stubborn-as-a-mule
Four months in the works. It's done! My first cigar box guitar exclusive album. There were two 3 string CBGs I used in the recording. There were many cheap beers, cheap harmonicas, half broken microphones, and a 32 year old saxophone that gave it's last breath making this happen.
It…
Comment Wall (7 comments)
- At 3:59pm on October 8, 2014,
Matthew Borczon said…
Bill, I do make my own cookie tin banjos, most tins work but the older ones are made with thicker tin and they ring a lot better. I have also heard old film canisters work well also but I have not tried any yet. Otherwise I just make 3 or 4 stringed ones like a cbg. I do like to tune the high string way up like a banjo so I can play claw hammer though. But I did not use that type on the last cd. Hope this helps and thanks for listening to my music....matt
- At 7:27am on September 25, 2014,
https://jerusalemmules.bandcamp.com/album/the-jerusalem-mule-plays-like-hell here is a link to a free cd I just made. I really enjoy your music and thought you might like hearing a different take on the cbg thing. Though mine is a cookie tin guitar. Hope you like
- At 2:04am on May 27, 2014,
Man you rock! I really love your approach to music. So very original. Really glad you posted this music for us all to hear.
- At 8:56am on February 25, 2013,
Uncle John said…
Kidding!
- At 8:56am on February 25, 2013,
Bill, you have some nice build photos posted. I wish my frets were as square and nice as yours. Glad to have you for a nation friend. Is March good for a visit to your place in Florida? Linda and I could not impose on you for more than a week or two. Can you cook?
- At 4:59am on May 5, 2012,
Willardj said…
howdy mr bill,,,,cocoa fl here...
- At 4:49am on April 28, 2012,
Chuck Cobillas said…
- Welcome Bill,
I am also in FL. I live in Bradenton, south of Tampa. Only been a member of CBN for a few weeks but I really enjoy checking out the pics and comments of other members. A person could really learn a lot from the very talented and creative builders/players on here.
Best regards,
Chuck
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You like Train songs on Handmade instruments as much as I do? Meet Eastwood station…
Started by BrianQ. in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts yesterday. 0 Replies 2 Likes
Are metal frets necessary?
Started by J. D. Woods in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Southern Ray on Friday. 8 Replies 1 Like
AI Search Query - Curious Answer
Started by Southern Ray in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Southern Ray on Friday. 6 Replies 0 Likes
Song lyrics for Steve's new song
Started by J. D. Woods in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by BrianQ. Apr 25. 4 Replies 0 Likes
UK - Best Place to Buy Cigar Box's
Started by Rich Butters in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Crazed Fandango Apr 22. 4 Replies 0 Likes
Busking Songs...
Started by Nomad Jack in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by J. D. Woods Apr 17. 7 Replies 2 Likes
Joseph J. Rogowski about Current Based Pickup Design
Started by Moritz Voegeli in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 14. 6 Replies 2 Likes
crossover guitar.
Started by Timothy Hunter in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Timothy Hunter Apr 10. 14 Replies 3 Likes
Flat bucker under box top. Any Success?
Started by Tom T in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 9. 9 Replies 0 Likes
Has anyone tried this? Thoughts?
Started by Southern Ray in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Apr 4. 7 Replies 1 Like
just came accross this pickup idea on youtube.
Started by Timothy Hunter in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Mar 27. 1 Reply 2 Likes
VIDEO: Building a CBG with limited resources.
Started by Taffy Evans in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Southern Ray Mar 10. 1 Reply 3 Likes
Free PDF Download: Vintage Guitar Effects Plans - 1967 Fuzzbox and 1969 Treble Boost
Started by Cigar Box Nation in Feature Articles. Last reply by BrianQ. Mar 9. 4 Replies 3 Likes
Tune up songs
Started by Ghostbuttons in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Timothy Hunter Mar 9. 5 Replies 1 Like
Duel output jacks
Started by Justin Stanchfield in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Taffy Evans Mar 8. 6 Replies 0 Likes
No Harmonics
Started by Ken I in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Brian partington Mar 8. 8 Replies 0 Likes
Camera suggestions?
Started by Southern Ray in Cool gear discussion - that's not cigar box related. Last reply by Southern Ray Mar 6. 5 Replies 0 Likes
CBG site issues, continued.
Started by Taffy Evans in Other stuff - off topic, fun stuff, whatever. Last reply by Taffy Evans Mar 5. 4 Replies 2 Likes
Anyone used a violin-style tailpiece on a CBG?
Started by Justin Stanchfield in Building Secrets, Tips, Advice, Discussion. Last reply by Carl Floyd Mar 1. 15 Replies 0 Likes
Guitar for the grandson
Started by Joe in Performances, How to Play, Lessons, Concerts. Last reply by Carl Floyd Feb 29. 13 Replies 0 Likes
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I'll be fashionable this summer =)
Posted by Vlad on March 31, 2024 at 11:48pm 0 Comments 1 Like
Everyone can make CBG. And I did it =)
Posted by Vlad on March 6, 2024 at 2:32am 5 Comments 2 Likes
.✨. Cover Me ..♪♫•*¨*•. ~ the Delta Blues Outlaws
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Q&A with Arkansas-based talented blues musician Billy Jones, one of the very best authentic modern artists
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Big Power Bank for Small CBG =)
Posted by Vlad on February 11, 2024 at 1:06am 1 Comment 1 Like
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