Henry's Guitar's---Pics, articles, info....

[La Sonrisa]

http://www.tonetubby.com/guitar_one2.jpg

Debra

[La Sonrisa]

"MY GUITAR IS MY CANVAS," SAYS HENRY Garza of Los Lonely Boys. "When I play, it's like a big painting, and I have all these different colors to choose from. Like. I've got a little B.B. King color, a little Stevie Ray color, a little Jimi Hendrix, and a little Ritchie Valens, and when I mix them together, that's what makes me. I'm not afraid to say those guys are my influences and my teachers. I'm not trying to be those guys, but I definitely learn from them every time I hear their music."

"Henry Garza's guitar-playing borders on spectacular, as he steps out of the shadows of Stevie Ray Vaughan and Carlos Santana to rock to his own tone at the end of "Living My Life." Besides being a flat-out ripper, the eldest Garza displays a great sense of melody in his solos. His resurrection of the electric blues guitar hero is quite stunning."


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[cre8ivepoet]

Debra do you know the name for the powder blue guitar?

[La Sonrisa]

Debra do you know the name for the powder blue guitar?

Gee, sorry, I don't, but I just know there's gotta be someone on the forum who does.
Here's the above article in a bigger print---
By Michael Ross
Amidst acres of soundalike guitar-pop and angst-meets-anger metal, Los Lonely Boys' joyous blend of sibling harmony vocals and SRV-style guitar soloing stands out like a daisy in the desert. Guitarist Henry Garza's south-of-the-border charisma and serious Strat chops helped the boys reach the upper rungs of the pop ladder and forge musical friendships with stars from Willie Nelson to Carlos Santana.
Garza's rig is in the classic Stevie Ray Vaughan-style blues vein. It may or may not be due to his heritage, but he favors Mexican Fender Strats--all stock except for the white one, which has Seymour Duncan lipstick pickups. To help prevent string breakage, Garza's tech, Ish, (short for Ishmael), strips insulation off 14-gaugeelectrical wire, puts it over Garza's strings, and slides it down to where they make contact with the bridge plate, a trick long employed by Jeff Beck. His amps include three Marshall JCM 2000s (a spare sits behind the amp line), running into two Tone Tubby 4x12s. For his clean tone, the guitarist uses two Fender Twins with Jensen speakers. A Fender reverb unit adds ambience to the Marshalls. Garza's unadorned tone employs only two effects, a Vox wah and an Ibanez TS-808 Tube Screamer.

Debra

[senoRita]

This is a new guitar that Henry played at the Mescalero show. It could be the one Ringo gave him. It still doesn't have a cross sticker on it.

http://img116.imageshack.us/img116/8426/1003339zqj6.jpg

[lovemusic]

I saw this new one too and am pretty sure Henry said somewhere that it was a gift from Ringo.

[Belle]

Debra do you know the name for the powder blue guitar?

Unless Henry has two powder blue guitars, that is Blue Haven. (At least that's what a stage hand told us after a show earlier this year.)

[velvetsky0222]

I saw this new one too and am pretty sure Henry said somewhere that it was a gift from Ringo.

Henry brought out the blond Strat Oct 5th in LA. He said it was a birthday gift from Ringo (then JoJo said - I got one too....). JoJo did mention in New Orleans that he had gotten a guitar for his birthday too.:cool:

[cre8ivepoet]

Unless Henry has two powder blue guitars, that is Blue Haven. (At least that's what a stage hand told us after a show earlier this year.)

Well it is beautiful.

[La Sonrisa]

And then there's this blue beauty. Got to see him play it at the Wendover and Jackson Hole concerts. Love the color!!

http://img522.imageshack.us/img522/2623/henryblueguitarjh1fc3.jpg

Debra

[senoRita]

I love the new blue one with the white outline. It looks great in pictures. I think it's my favorite. :cool:

[chevy818271]

VERY GOOD,ON EVERT THING ALL THE PICTURES,
FROM TIO lUPE

[La Sonrisa]

Hola Tio, great to see you here. Please come and visit often, we miss you!! Tell Tia hi for us, too.

http://img265.imageshack.us/img265/6619/tioandtheboys1pb2.jpg

Debra

[La Sonrisa]

Check out this interesting post I found on Fender.com....what a great idea!!
Maybe if enough of us write them, they might do it!!!!

Here's the link-
http://www.fender.com/community/forums/viewtopic.php?p=34268&sid=32340d24ab5abfa83e9073b5ad62de18

like many other los lonely boys and henry garza fans i want to see a henry garza signature strat released. henry is awesome at customizing his own guitars.

his main guitar is a mexican standard strat body (sunburst)
60's style neck
and texas special pickups

i want to use this post to let the people at fender guitars and possibly the fender custom shop know that los lonely boys and henry garza fans want to see his guitar released. henry's customization is always awesome but with the fender custom shop they can make something truly amazing.

if you want to see this happen post your support!!!!

Debra

[Hollywood07]

I saw the blue one in Wendover too, loved the sound. Haven't figured out exactly what it is yet though, if anyone knows please let me know. I showed it to a guy a work and we thought it might be a Showmaster, but not sure.


Here's a video of NMAW with it.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cbxlDPD0GSc

[La Sonrisa]

http://img107.imageshack.us/img107/6690/guitarplayer92oo6mq1.jpg

Another mag cover shot. :cool:
Debra

[La Sonrisa]

Found on an internet blog---

....front man and lead guitarist, Henry Garza is the next evolution of the guitar hero archetype. His playing freely exhibits the influence of Vaughn, Santana, Clapton, Rickie Valens, Skynyrd and others, yet he is not merely a mime; his is the "musical burrito", more than the sum of its parts. Synthesis. Evolution. And he can ripp it up like nobody's business!

Debra

[La Sonrisa]

El Musico!! Nice website---

http://www.firstact.com/Artists/Henry_Garza.aspx

Debra

[La Sonrisa]

Found some digital downloads for sheet music (guitar tabs, piano, etc.) of some of LLB's older music...

http://search.musicnotes.com/?q=los+lonely+boys&search_id=Top&hl=n&x=56&y=11

Debra

[senoRita]

Way to go Debra. Thanks for finding these cool places for us again. :D

[senoRita]

Hurricane Henry taking it out on his No. 1 Guitar.

http://img371.imageshack.us/img371/7237/576074532ye.jpg

[La Sonrisa]

Some more pics with that same Strat.

Cool move in Denver 11-1-06

http://img221.imageshack.us/img221/5469/henryfancywork1rk8.jpg

Same night, workin' that pedal. When he's in his zone, his guitar takes me to another place, his talent is amazing.

http://img157.imageshack.us/img157/9906/00231hy9.jpg

Debra

[senoRita]

http://www.tonetubby.com/guitar_one2.jpg

[senoRita]

El Musico by First Act:

http://www.firstact.com/upload/images/products/product/custom_guitars/elmusico_henrygarza/custom_guitar_henry1.jpg

[SadFlower83]

I've heard of that guitar, but this is the first time I got a good look at it sweeeet :cool: Thanks for posting it Rita.

Here is a really cool article I found on the assembly and presentation of "El Musico." Not to mention a nice article about JoJo.

http://www.diynetwork.com/diy/ww_other/article/0,2049,DIY_14443_4838683_06,00.html


Sara

[velvetsky0222]

.... Henry, The HURRICANE - Showing NO Mercy!

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c399/velvetsky0222/Los%20Lonely%20Boys/20070127Casino096.jpg

http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c399/velvetsky0222/Los%20Lonely%20Boys/20071006497.jpg

[La Sonrisa]

Thanks for sharing the pics ladies.

"Watching Carlos Santana play with Henry Garza of Los Lonely Boys is like seeing the torch pass from one generation to the next."---From the article Magical Musical Pairings http://popimpulse.blogspot.com/2007/02/magical-musical-pairings.html

http://img103.imageshack.us/img103/5103/guitargods2el4.jpg

http://www.celebritywonder.com/thumb/Henry_Garza/HenryGarzaof_Granitz_6589735.jpg

Debra

[kimann]

Wow Deb that last pic is breathtaking!!!!!!
Wow
Kim :D

[j9]

Henry plays with a combo of fingers and pick, at the same time. And if you study the tabs of his music, it is very difficult to imitate. I have studied all the blues greats, Buddy Guy, Muddy Waters, BB king, and steve ray, and none of them do what he does, so effortlessly. Alot of people say, if you close your eyes, you think its Stevie Ray. But I think he has gone beyond what his influences have done. It is totally origional. We talk alot about how he looks and the beauty of his guitars, but the real beauty lies within his awesome talent. LOVE YOU HENRY!!!!! :)

[La Sonrisa]

"Henry - the eldest of the Garzas - rises above merely imitating his influences to create a style all his own."
- John Kosik, Tucson Citizen

(Regarding Henry Garza) "... not since Carlos Santana took the baton from Richie Valens nearly 40 years ago, has anyone done it with so much firepower and finesse."
-Thoughts from Joe Nick Patoski

"Henry Garza, meanwhile, makes his presence felt with several searing guitar solos and plenty of nimble fills. His playing has prompted a number of writers to proclaim him as the next great Texas guitarist, following in the footsteps of such legends as Freddie King, ZZ Top’s Billy Gibbons and brothers Stevie Ray and Jimmie Vaughan."
- Alan Sculley

"I love that I’m inspirational to guitarists or people that love music. To be able to be influential upon the youth, I feel real proud of doing that. It feels like having a big responsibility, too, because now a lot of people are paying attention. It gives me an opportunity to tell my story, you know what I mean?"
-Henry Garza

Debra

[SadFlower83]

Great quotes... :)

Sara

[mmmbopnmommy]

okay-- SOMEWHERE around here I have a List of his guitars & their names, but I can't find it right now---grrrr...
ANYHOW, what I'm here to ask is...
Is This a NEW guitar?? Or is this just not a very revealing picture(in that we can't see ALL of it's markings & what not) ??
This was taken last weekend at the Steele Penny Pub.... (on their myspace page) and when I saw it, it just didn't ring any bells w/ me..... :rolleyes: {{ it COULD be the pink one, but not sure--???}}
Anyone know for sure??? ASF...you know all.... :cool:

http://i121.photobucket.com/albums/o201/LLBmmmbopnmommy/LLB%20things/newguitar-maybe.jpg

[[[ Oh No Deb---it's another SHINEY shrit!! LOL]]* But I like it alot*]

[j9]

I've seen that one before, its kinda of pink, but a little brown. If its the same one, he's had it for a while. But that one in this picture is really dark. I dont know, now that i look at it again!

[velvetsky0222]

It's the mauve one that he's had. He hasn't brought out any new guitars since October 5th in Bossier City when he introduced the Honey striped one that Ringo gave him as a gift. :cool:

[mmmbopnmommy]

It's the mauve one that he's had. He hasn't brought out any new guitars since October 5th in Bossier City when he introduced the Honey striped one that Ringo gave him as a gift. :cool:

Thanks Velvet--- thought it might be the pinky/mauve one, but when I looked at that picture, it just looked BRONZE to me, so I just wasn't sure!! LOL
I can't wait to see the striped one.....kool! Didn't hear about this before.hmmm.. wonder what IT's name is....(I Still can't find that list anywhere! LOL oh well...)

I'm off to DC next week
Everyone take care! :cool:

[velvetsky0222]

Here you go...

GUITARS
Henry

Sunburst Strat...Tejana
White...Marilyn
Sky Blue...Blue Haven
Pink Strat...Pink
Spanish style wood Strat...El Musico
Black Strat...Enrico or Rico (we're not sure)
Jojo:


Brown...Brownie
Red quilted maple top...Sandie

[La Sonrisa]

Here's a pic of the honey colored guitar that Rita posted-

This is a new guitar that Henry played at the Mescalero show. It could be the one Ringo gave him. It still doesn't have a cross sticker on it.

http://img116.imageshack.us/img116/8426/1003339zqj6.jpg

Be-you-tee-ful.

Debra

[La Sonrisa]

Here's a great close-up of Tejana and the Magic Man's hands making beautiful music....

http://www.lukeprobasco.com/images/MountainMusicFest081107/LosLonelyBoys/DSC_0082.jpg

Photo Credit: Luke Probasco

Debra

[RosieJeanne]

Wow, that man has some beautiful hands, doesn't he? Well, I just thought I'd post a couple of pics. I was in Boston this past weekend for my daughter and since I was so close, I just HAD to go to the "First Act" store to see Henry's guitar, "El Musico". I took some pics of his, and also saw Jojo's Bass. I asked the guy if he was here when the boys were there, and he said, "Yep, They were really great guys!" Then I asked if a 6 string bass was unusual, and he said that you usually play a 4 string, maybe a 5 string, but 6 string is not the normal bass. He said Jojo is a great bass player. Of course I had to agree with him!!! I also saw some other guitars..... Here's some pics...


http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e215/jbousq1017/Modeling%20Boston/Boston024.jpg
"El Musico"

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e215/jbousq1017/Modeling%20Boston/Boston025.jpg
Jojo's Bass

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e215/jbousq1017/Modeling%20Boston/Boston001.jpg
Cool "King" Guitar

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e215/jbousq1017/Modeling%20Boston/Boston021.jpg
Brad Whitford's guitar from "Aerosmith"

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e215/jbousq1017/Modeling%20Boston/Boston026.jpg
Signed "Boston Celtics" guitar

[La Sonrisa]

Thanks for sharing those with us Rosie. :cool: I'm wondering if Henry will surprise us with another new guitar this year.

Debra

[La Sonrisa]

Who could beat Henry at Guitar Hero?

http://img156.imageshack.us/img156/5425/guitarherozr0.jpg

Debra

[mmmbopnmommy]

Who could beat Henry at Guitar Hero?

http://img156.imageshack.us/img156/5425/guitarherozr0.jpg

Debra
My son is good--- but I doubt he's THAT good!! LOL Awesom to see H w/ the guitar hero one tho!! LOL (and it's NOT one of the kinds we have! Bummer!)

[cmedina]

"Watching Carlos Santana play with Henry Garza of Los Lonely Boys is like seeing the torch pass from one generation to the next."---From the article Magical Musical Pairings http://popimpulse.blogspot.com/2007/02/magical-musical-pairings.html

http://img103.imageshack.us/img103/5103/guitargods2el4.jpg

http://www.celebritywonder.com/thumb/Henry_Garza/HenryGarzaof_Granitz_6589735.jpg



My first time seeing the boys was with Santana in Tampa...that truly was an amazing show! Carlos & Henry torn up the place!! :D

[jmecale72]

I was checkin out the new guitars. (The blue one and the brown? one) They're Fender Strats, but the thing is, they're not regular strats. They're like some Custom Strat. As a matter of fact, I've never even seen those colors on a Strat. If I find out any more info on them, I'll pass the info along.

[velvetsky0222]

You're right! There were several articles in Guitar Magazine that talked about Henry's preferences. Then there's his EL MUSICO especially made for him by First Art.

[SadFlower83]

Does anyone have a pic of the black guitar? I have a few but they're blurry. Need to add my favorite one to the photo album....

[senoRita]

Here's one from Sandia Casino 2007. Hope it looks okay!

http://img360.imageshack.us/img360/8981/082107llbsandiacasino11yb8.jpg (http://imageshack.us)

[SadFlower83]

Thank you Rita, that will do just fine.

[La Sonrisa]

“My guitar is not a thing. It is an extension of myself. It is who I am.”
-Joan Jett

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