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9-42

9-42 is the podcast from the team behind The Guitar Show, the UK"s biggest annual guitar event. I"m Jason, and when I am not co-hosting this podcast I am trying to organise the next Guitar Show. The other co-host is Ant, we"ve known each other for years and he"s the fella that pressured me in to doing this. Each episode we will endeavour to bring you the stories behind the gear, to talk to the artists, the influencers and the manufacturers that keep us playing and loving the guitar.

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35:50

9-42 meets Paul Quinn

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2025/12/02

The one where we get to meet an axe-wielding Heavy Metal legend.If you are a follower of rock music, and you are also of a certain age, then you will be no doubt aware of the term New Wave Of British Heavy Metal (a phrase that was often referred to by the somewhat predictable but nevertheless jaunty acronym of NWOBHM). Anyway, it was a late seventies, early eighties phenomena and it was coined due to the combined impact of a group of UK bands that included Def Leppard's, Motorhead and the mighty

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46:15

9-42 meets Connor Selby

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2025/11/18

The one where we embarrass Connor, by waxing lyrical about his new record (it really is very good).We met up with Connor back in September, and quickly got onto the subject his most recent release The Truth Comes Out Eventually. It's a fantastic record, and (as you would expect) we had questions about how it had come about. Cue, one jaw-dropping answer, and then almost an entire episode on how what had just happened, had actually been possible.Aside from being an outstanding guitarist, Connor has a

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56:15

9-42 meets Dennis Stratton

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2025/11/04

The one where Jason caught up with a legend of the Maiden story.Dennis Stratton is best known for his work on the first Iron Maiden album, and the influence he had on what would become the sound dynamos with the Band. He contributed to much of the material that would form the first two albums, as well as touring extensively with them around that time.But that is only the beginning to a story that would ping Dennis around the globe, and pair him with some pretty legendary musicians.9-42 is the

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52:30

9-42 meets Luke Hobbs of Guitar Auctions

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2025/10/21

The one where we found out the difference between auctioning guitars over cattle.If you believe that some things in life are just meant to be, then Luke Hobbs is a near-perfect embodiment of that belief. The fact that he ended up at an auction house as an escape from Tesco is one thing, but that it would turn into the thing he was born to do is another thing altogether.This is a lovely story that talks to a whole other side of the guitar business, as well as famous names and collections that have

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01:01:10

9-42 meets Wayne Hussey

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2025/10/07

The one where we talk about shirts and socks with Wayne Hussey.For many people, Wayne Hussey is part of Goth Royalty. In fact, if you did a rundown of the most influential Goth acts, he would probably get into the list twice, once with the Sisters of Mercy and then a second time with The Mission.But as we found out when we passed a very enjoyable hour in his company, this would be to pigeon-hole a musician with a fascinating history and a rich network of contemporaries and influences. And that is

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51:20

9-42 meets Balaguer Guitars

9-42 ·

2025/09/23

The one where we try and work out how to pronounce Joe Balaguer's name.Th great thing about a lot of the folks we speak to on 9-42 is that a lot of the stories are similar, whilst all being totally unique. It's not the first time we have spoken to a passionate person that has found his or her calling in luthiery and started a guitar brand, but every time we do the little points of difference are the ones that really resonate.2025 is the ten anniversary year for Balaguer guitars, so it was a great

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49:15

9-42 meets Daisy Pepper

9-42 ·

2025/09/09

The one where we chat to Daisy Pepper about her career path, nursery rhymes, and her first experience of The Guitar Show.Listening back to this conversation, the bit that really resonates hasn’t got anything to do with Daisy’s musical journey, or indeed her pedigree. Just a quick glance at her website or her socials is enough to get the sense of just what she has achieved in a relatively short space of time, but that isn't the whole story.There is something about her mindset, which in turn

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56:15

9-42 meets Ben Crowe of Crimson Guitars

9-42 ·

2025/08/26

The one where we chat with a man about his axe(s).We have talked to some truly impressive folks whilst making 9-42, and Ben Crowe is up there with the most truly impressive of the bunch. It's not just what he has done with Crimson Guitars (though that is very impressive) but the focus and dedication he brings to everything he touches.His character, and more importantly his awareness of his own strengths and weaknesses, is the key to unlocking the myriad of projects he has brought success to. For

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52:35

9-42 meets Nick Beggs

9-42 ·

2025/08/12

The one where Ant just happened to be in the same spot as Bassist Nick Beggs.In so many ways Nick is an enigma. Even if it were possible to pin him down to a simple description or single genre, just the very act of trying would be to rob him of his quintessential essence. After all he is the link between Kajagoogoo and Steve Hackett, Howard Jones and Fish, and so many others.He is a maverick and an innovator, wrapped in a blanket of infectious energy and endearing lunacy and we wouldn't want him any

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52:55

9-42 meets Tim Lobley

9-42 ·

2024/11/26

The one where we meet a charming man, who has a finger in many pies.You can be forgiven for not recognising the name Tim Lobley, but we reckon you will be aware of many of the things he is involved with. As with many people in the music instrument industry, he arrived here largely by accident, and as an alternative to continuing with his proper jobIt begins with a music shop, and a vision to build a boutique guitar outlet, and nearly twenty years on it has taken him on a journey that has involved

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56:18

9-42 meets the Old Grey Guitarist

9-42 ·

2024/11/12

The one where we talk to a living, breathing example of everything just working itself out perfectly.We have been very lucky on 9-42 that we have got to meet some really smashing people, right at the top of their game and as it turns out John Wines, aka The Old Grey Guitarist, fits neatly into that description.This is a heart-warming story, full of joy, and proof that good things happen to good people. We aren't going to say anything more than that - just sit back and enjoy, because this is a

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01:03:11

9-42 meets Mike Exeter (again)

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2024/10/29

The one where we both got to chat with Mike.If you have been with since the start then you will know that we have talked to Grammy Award winning Producer & Engineer Mike Exeter before, in a pre-COVID world, and also in a cloakroomFor those of you that aren't aware, Mike has worked with the likes of Black Sabbath, Tony Iommi, Judas Priest, Cradle of Filth & UB40, and always has a story to tell about the people he has encountered in his thirty years in the music industry.So when he invited us

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53:05

9-42 meets Rebecca Downes

9-42 ·

2024/07/02

The one where we find out a lot about merch.There was never much doubt about what Rebecca wanted to do when she grew up. Playing and gigging from an early age, she performed her own material influenced by a wide range of artists.And to be honest she has never looked back, even picking her degree course to fit in with her playing schedule.We get into all of that and more, in a great conversation with Rebecca about all aspects of her musical journey.Rebecca Website9-42 is the podcast from the team

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52:05

9-42 meets Craig Joiner

9-42 ·

2024/06/18

The one where we talk about how writing songs can resemble a visit to Yo Sushi!One of the things that is so enjoyable about the people we chat to on 9-42, is the unique nature of a modern career in the music industry. Take Craig, his first band Romeo's Daughter end up having their debut album produced by the legendary Mutt Lange, at a point in time when he was the hottest ticket in town. Not a bad start, particularly as the two of them then went onto to pen a platinum tune for the American band

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58:00

9-42 meets Peter Odemwingie

9-42 ·

2024/06/04

The one where we were supposed to talk a little bit more about guitars.If you are a West Bromwich Albion fan (as Jason is) then you are probably now doing a bit of a double-take, as you read the name of our most current 9-42 guest. Peter has near-legendary status both on and off the field for the Baggies, but that is just a scratch on the surface of his remarkable story.Which is why when we found out that he would be attending the Guitar Show this year, we arranged a meet and asked him if he fancied

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01:07:22

9-42 meets Blair Dunlop

9-42 ·

2024/03/19

The one where we found out why Blair never eats his tea at the table.What can we say about Blair Dunlop, well lets start with the fact that neither of us knew a great deal about him before his appearance at The Guitar Show this year, other than he plays a bit, writes a bit, and sings songs.All that changed as a result of two seismic events, a legendary set on the live stage on Sunday lunchtime at the show, and an equally legendary podcast session that pretty much covered everything from Christopher

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30:55

9-42 and a tale of two shows

9-42 ·

2024/02/20

The one where we talked about Stetsons and Resonators.You have probably been wondering where we have been for the last few weeks, and you know what that is a really good question. So good in fact that we decided we needed to ask it out loud.Cue a mildly entertaining (if very predictable) story of plane rides and palm trees, bunk-beds and butterscotch, and plenty of other reasons why we have found ourselves episode light, and time-poor.We will try harder, we promise.9-42 is the podcast from the team

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53:55

9-42 meets Pete Trewavas

9-42 ·

2024/01/16

The one where we drag Pete away from his birthday cake.We have spoken to a lot of artists over the last three years or so of doing 9-42, but there aren't many who can say that they have been with their current band for over forty years. Pete was drafted into Marillion in 1982, just at the point where they were about to break through and become one of the most influential prog-rock outfits since.We had a great chat about his early years in the band, the impact of mainstream chart success and how they

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48:20

9-42 meets Digital John

9-42 ·

2024/01/02

The one where we talked about the mechanics of surname pronunciation.John Connearn was one of the highlights from the Live Stage at the Guitar Show last year, as you would expect his performance was flawless - but what really impressed was an assured and confident delivery that held the attention of the room without ever dropping a beat.So it was a pleasure to be able to spend a little bit of time with him, and unpick his career path to this point. As you would expect Andertons is a big part of it,

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01:03:55

9-42 meets Irene Ketikidi

9-42 ·

2023/12/12

The one where we talk to a picture of Irene Ketikidi.This is a really interesting episode of 9-42, but not necessarily for the reason you maybe thinking. It's not because Irene is a highly accomplished player, with both a considerable technical understanding and a passion for a number of musical style, though she does. It's not because she has gained acclaim for her composition and recorded work, though she has. And it's not because of her many years of performing live for a wide variety of bands,

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