The late guitar ace who spurned the jazz world, climbed the pop charts and lived in terror of taking a solo

In a rare interview, Wes Montgomery revealed the insecurities that forced his retreat from jazz, even as he was celebrated as ...

Wes Montgomery’s Legacy Explored in Unpublished 1973 Interview Revealing His Musical Insecurities

Wes Montgomery, a name synonymous with jazz guitar, has left an indelible mark on the music world. A recently rediscovered interview from 1973, conducted by Ralph Gleason, offers a rare glimpse into ...
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The late jazz guitarist Wes Montgomery was born 100 years ago today

Wes Montgomery's distinctive sound continues to inspire and challenge contemporary musicians. His sound came, in part, from using his thumb on the guitar strings instead of a pick. Recordings of Wes ...
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Review: Craft Recordings’ OJC Reissue of Wes Montgomery’s Boss Guitar Hits All the Right Notes

Craft’s OJC reissue of Wes Montgomery’s Boss Guitar delivers a clean, balanced AAA presentation with strong pacing, tight trio interplay, and excellent clarity.