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On this episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV, we dive into a killer story from Guitar World as Fender celebrates 75 years of the legendary Telecaster with FIVE brand-new models that blend vintage vibe with cutting-edge innovation.

From a stunning 1951 Road Worn Telecaster dripping in old-school mojo, to a high-performance American Ultra II loaded with modern features—and even Fender’s first-ever dual-rail humbucker—this lineup is a full-on Telecaster birthday bash 🎉

You’ve got:
🔥 Vintage purists covered with swamp ash bodies, nitro finishes, and classic ‘50s specs
⚡ Modern players dialed in with compound radius necks, noiseless pickups, and advanced switching
✨ Eye-catching finishes like Diamond Dust sparkle and Liquid Gold
🎸 The return of the cult-favorite Cabronita with TV Jones pickups

Whether you’re chasing that iconic Tele twang or looking for something bold and new, Fender is proving why the Telecaster is still the heart and soul of rock and roll after 75 years.

This is one celebration you don’t want to miss.

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On this day in 1998, Van Halen dropped Van Halen III — their 11th studio album and the only release featuring Gary Cherone on vocals. Produced by Mike Post and Eddie Van Halen, the album marked a bold shift in direction, with longer songs, deeper experimentation, and a very different vibe from anything the band had done before.

While it received mixed reviews and didn’t hit the same commercial highs, Van Halen III has become one of the most unique and talked-about chapters in the band’s legacy.

In this video, we dive into:
🔥 The making of the album
🔥 The evolution of the band’s sound
🔥 Standout tracks like “Without You” and “Fire in the Hole”
🔥 And where this record fits in the Van Halen story

What do YOU think about Van Halen III? Underrated gem or misunderstood experiment? Drop your thoughts in the comments!

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Tracklist:
• “Neworld” – Atmospheric piano intro from Eddie
• “Without You” – Crushing riffs and massive vocals
• “One I Want” – Groove-heavy and melodic
• “From Afar” – Dark, layered, and moody
• “Dirty Water Dog” – Bluesy with an off-kilter feel
• “Once” – Experimental and emotional centerpiece
• “Fire in the Hole” – High-octane rocker (featured in Lethal Weapon 4)
• “Josephina” – Reflective and melodic ballad
• “Year to the Day” – Epic, nearly 9-minute journey
• “Primary” – Instrumental with sitar-style tones
• “Ballot or the Bullet” – Aggressive and political
• “How Many Say I” – Piano ballad with Eddie on lead vocals

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This Saturday night on Johnny Beane TV, we kick things off with a tribute as we read a story about the passing of Phil Campbell, legendary guitarist of Motörhead. Our thoughts and condolences go out to his family, friends, and fans around the world.

Then we take a quick behind-the-scenes mini studio tour, where you’ll see some of the guitars hanging behind me and the gear that powers the show. I also reveal a guitar amplifier that was gifted to me today—and trust me, we’ll be doing a full demo video with it very soon.

After that, things get really cool… we unbox some awesome gifts from guitar legend Gary Kramer! I recently spent some time down at his place a couple weeks ago, and I’ve got exclusive footage from that visit that I’ll be sharing with you guys very soon.

It’s guitars, stories, surprises, and rock ‘n’ roll—all happening tonight on Johnny Beane TV! 🎸🔥

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On this episode of Talking Guitars on Johnny Beane TV, we’re diving into one of the most historic nights in guitar history! 🎸🔥

On any normal night, $6,907,000 for Kurt Cobain’s “Smells Like Teen Spirit” Mustang and $11,560,000 for Jerry Garcia’s legendary “Tiger” guitar would have shattered world records. But this wasn’t just any night…

This was the Jim Irsay Collection: Hall of Fame Auction at Christie’s in New York, where 23 world records fell and the vintage guitar market may have changed forever. Every single one of the 44 lots sold, bringing in an unbelievable $84,091,350 — the largest total ever for a guitar auction. By the end of the night, Christie’s had blown past its estimates by 373 percent.

The biggest moment came after 21 minutes of intense bidding, described like a Federer vs. Nadal rally, when the crown for the most expensive guitar ever sold went to David Gilmour’s legendary Black Strat, the heavily modified Stratocaster used to record Comfortably Numb and Shine On You Crazy Diamond.

Here are some of the jaw-dropping final prices:

🎸 David Gilmour Black Strat – $14,550,000
🎸 Jerry Garcia “Tiger” – $11,560,000
🎸 Kurt Cobain “Smells Like Teen Spirit” Mustang – $6,907,000
🎸 Eric Clapton MTV Unplugged Martin 000-42 – $4,101,000
🎸 Eric Clapton Gibson SG “The Fool” – $3,003,000
🎸 David Gilmour Wish You Were Here Martin D-35 – $2,393,000
🎸 George Harrison 1964 Gibson SG Standard – $2,271,000
🎸 John Lennon 1964 Rickenbacker Model 1996 – $1,270,000
🎸 John Lennon 1963 Gretsch 6120 Chet Atkins – $1,270,000
🎸 The Beatles 1966 Vox Kensington prototype – $609,600
🎸 Prince Custom Yellow Cloud Electric – $635,000
🎸 The Edge 1976 Korina Gibson Explorer – $635,000
🎸 George Harrison Maton Mastersound – $279,400
🎸 Johnny Cash 1956 Martin D-21 – $215,900
🎸 Gibson circa 1954 Les Paul Custom prototype – $152,400

Historic guitars, legendary players, and record-breaking prices… this was a night the guitar world will never forget.

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⚡ Epic Guitar & Gear Unboxings
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