Regular readers of the BUZZ know who Tom Noll is.  He’s the world-class artist behind our “Name the Painting” contests for Gary Moore, Joe Bonamassa, Buddy Guy, Roy Buchanan, Ronnie Earl and Billy Gibbons and so many other guitar players.

For those who have wondered what Tom has been up to:

1) He launched a brand new web site to feature and promote his work: www.TomNoll.com

2) He painted this stunning image of Stevie Ray Vaughan titled: FLOOR IT!

 

The 27″x19″ prints can be ordered for $259.00 (plus $8.95 to ship within the USA; $16.50 internationally)

Take a look at the “Creative Bone ArtWorks” Official Web Site and browse Tom’s extensive gallery of “Art That Rocks” which includes many guitar players like Eric Clapton, Carlos Santana, Jeff Beck, Muddy Waters, Keith Richards, David Gilmour, B.B. King, Bruce Springsteen, Dave Matthews, Jimi Hendrix, Stevie Ray Vaughan, Les Paul, Johnny Cash, Gary Moore, Buddy Guy, Joe Bonamassa, Roy Buchanan, Frank Zappa, Tom Waits and Billy Gibbons.

You will find information about pricing, sizes and other info on Tom’s creative artwork.

CONTACT TOM at Tom@TomNoll.com to order now!

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There are some very creative folks at CDZA.

Ok, they did not create the solos…they actually copied them. But they copied them VERY well.

Then they creatively assembled them into a mass collection and produced an awesome 6 minute video that takes the viewer along a journey of where we came from to where we are today.

Well done guys!

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Recently I wrote an article titled “How Many Guitars Are Too Many?”

In that article I wrote about something called Guitar Acquisition Syndrome (better known as G.A.S.).  If you missed that post, CLICK HERE to read it.

I have since learned that there is an official web site dedicated to the (somewhat desirable) disease… called GuitarAcquisitionSyndrome.com.

There is even a book available that can be purchased on Amazon.com.  Just click the image to the left if you need immediate help with your addiction.

From the review: This is a fun and unusual book. Your “normal” friends won’t understand it, you won’t really learn anything specific about guitars or collecting… What you will walk away with after reading this book is the comfort of knowing that you aren’t alone in your affliction for acquiring guitars (and that many people are worse than you).

G.A.S. is best described as the uncontrollable need to purchase “just one more” guitar.  Then, when the new guitar arrives, the G.A.S. symptoms return. It’s a never-ending cycle that can be… terminal.

G.A.S. is a growing epidemic among guitar players young and old, regardless of how long one has been playing.

G.A.S. is not rational and appears to be a sister disease to “Obsessive Compulsive Disorder”.

Since it is easily stimulated through the visual sense, it highly recommended that those suffering from G.A.S. avoid the local Guitar Center, Sam Ash and MusiciansFriend.com as very serious financial hardship and/or marital difficulties may occur.

Clearly, the key to curing G.A.S. is early detection.

Research has shown that those who suffer from G.A.S. today had symptoms for many years that were most likely ignored.

I invite you to participate in the official GuitarBuzz reader poll designed to expose early warning signs.  Please answer the following question:

There’s still 3 days left in the eBay auction for Tom Noll’s original Stevie Ray Vaughan painting.

Tom aptly named the painting “Stevie – Above and Beyond” and emailed me this photo this morning that he took of the actual oil painting proudly standing just outside of Alpine Valley Music Venue.

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I usually focus TheGuitarBuzz posts on “guitars only” but I think you will agree that this exception is justified.

The Temperance Movement is a relatively new band formed in the UK behind the amazing vocals of Phil Campbell and band members Paul Sayer, Luke Potashnick, Nick Fyffe, Damon Wilson.

Having only formed in 2011, The Temperance Movement quickly gained popularity in the UK and if they keep producing music like you will hear below, “The Movement” will spread worldwide very soon.

You can watch and hear more on their Official YouTube Channel by [CLICKING HERE]. Their EP and Debut Album will appear on iTunes for Pre-Order any day…

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If you’ve been following along with my posts for the past few years, you’ll recognize the name Tom Noll of Creative Bone Artworks, famous for his “Art That Rocks” print collection. Tom’s Limited Edition prints from his original paintings include many famous Blues and Rock guitarists!

After the overwhelming responses held here for previous “Name the Painting”
contests for some great guitar legends, my good friend and world-renowned
artist is back at it again with a soulful portrait of blues/rock legend
Stevie Ray Vaughan.

But this time Tom’s not looking for a name for his painting.

For the first time ever, he’s offering the original work of art up for sale. This is a one-of-a-kind painting & NO prints will be produced from it.

Here is the official Press Release:

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
WAUKESHA, WI (July 25, 2013)

Original Portrait Of Stevie Ray Vaughan to Be Auctioned While The Paint Drys.

During the course of it’s creation, international artist Tom Noll is offering up his 28″ x 40″ oil painting of blues legend Stevie Ray Vaughan.

For the first time ever, Tom is releasing an original oil painting for auction in an interactive on-line format.

While posting the in-progress photos daily during its 10 day run, his collectors will have the opportunity to bid on the original artwork as it takes shape from the attached pencil sketch.

Tom is known worldwide for his Art that Rocks print series of famous musicians. With the exception of commissioned artworks, the original portrait masters have not as of yet been offered for sale.

Blues legend Stevie Ray Vaughan was chosen as Tom’s subject for this portrait because of Stevie’s wide critical recognition for his guitar playing and his passionate fan base.After years of alcohol and substance abuse, Stevie cleaned himself up and lived the rest of his life with a deep devotion to his music and sobriety, becoming a solid inspiration to many. 23 yrs ago this August, Stevie was killed in a helicopter crash after a stellar concert at Alpine Valley in East Troy, Wisconsin. He was posthumously inducted into the Blues Hall of Fame in 2000.

This SRV painting will start its 10 day eBay auction on July 31, and can be
followed, along with posted photos of its progression, on Noll’s website at
www.TomNoll.com.

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For more information about this topic, or to schedule an interview with Tom Noll, call Tom at 262-844-7499 or email Tom@TomNoll.com.

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