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SLIDIN' INTO STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN WITH BLUES GUITARIST JOHAN BORGH | The Lipstick Pickup Ep. 28

SLIDIN' INTO STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN WITH BLUES GUITARIST JOHAN BORGH | The Lipstick Pickup Ep. 28

Update: 2025-10-03
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On the episode of The Lipstick Pickup Podcast, I call accomplished Blues Guitarist Johan Borgh of Stockholm, Sweden to discuss his new album Island Blues and the Danelectro Guitars that are a critical part of his sound. 

https://www.instagram.com/johanborgh/

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Johan Borg
02:51 Johan's Musical Beginnings
05:32 Influences and Inspirations
08:32 The Journey to Guitar Mastery
11:28 The Role of Self-Teaching
14:21 Discovering Slide Guitar
17:31 Social Media and Musical Growth
20:12 The Making of Island Blues
31:22 Recording Process and Instrumentation
33:27 Cinematic Influences in Music
35:19 Collaboration and Guest Musicians
39:00 Listening Experience and Album Intent
40:17 Musical Inspirations and Composition Techniques
44:19 Gear Talk: Guitars and Equipment
59:56 Exploring Guitar Tones and Techniques
01:02:59 Live Performance Gear and Setup
01:03:37 Vintage Guitars and Their Stories
01:06:02 The Sparkly Berry Tone and Its Unique Sound
01:07:58 Songwriting and Creative Process
01:10:41 Valuable Guitars and Personal Connections
01:12:33 Merchandise and Community Engagement
01:18:26 Life in Stockholm and Future Aspirations
01:23:00 Lipstick Pickup_Outro_31sec.mp4


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SLIDIN' INTO STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN WITH BLUES GUITARIST JOHAN BORGH | The Lipstick Pickup Ep. 28

SLIDIN' INTO STOCKHOLM, SWEDEN WITH BLUES GUITARIST JOHAN BORGH | The Lipstick Pickup Ep. 28

Emily Vardaman Walters