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Emile Menasché

Musician, journalist, and author Emile Menasché has composed soundtracks for Oscar- and Emmy-nominated documentaries. He is jealous that his dog Hudson gets more attention from passersby whenever they’re seen in public together.

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Gearhead: The Stocking Stuff of Legend

Gearhead: The Stocking Stuff of Legend

Emile Menasché

Choosing holiday gifts for the musicians in your life is always a bit tricky. We in the Gearhead department have been known to deliver some … Read More “Gearhead: The Stocking Stuff of Legend”

Gearhead: Danny Gottlieb’s Hot Sticks

Gearhead: Danny Gottlieb’s Hot Sticks

Emile Menasché

When your résumé includes recording and touring with the likes of the Pat Metheny Group, John McLaughlin’s Mahavishnu Orchestra, the Manhattan Transfer, and many others, … Read More “Gearhead: Danny Gottlieb’s Hot Sticks”

Gearhead: How Gene Krupa Kicked the Drum Kit into the Jazz Age

Gearhead: How Gene Krupa Kicked the Drum Kit into the Jazz Age

Emile Menasché

In 1909, Chicago was the site for two events that would forever change the role of percussion in popular music: The brothers Ludwig launched their … Read More “Gearhead: How Gene Krupa Kicked the Drum Kit into the Jazz Age”

Gearhead: Dave Stryker’s Plex-able Guitar Mods

Gearhead: Dave Stryker’s Plex-able Guitar Mods

Emile Menasché

For nearly 30 years, Dave Stryker has been nearly inseparable from his Gibson ES-347s. “I saw Marvin Horne playing one at the Village Vanguard with … Read More “Gearhead: Dave Stryker’s Plex-able Guitar Mods”

Gearhead: Mindi Abair Stays Unattached

Gearhead: Mindi Abair Stays Unattached

Emile Menasché

Combine Cannonball Adderley with Clarence Clemons, pour in a large beaker of R&B, garnish with eye-grabbing stagecraft, and you have the essential ingredients of a … Read More “Gearhead: Mindi Abair Stays Unattached”

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