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Les Paul: Chasing Sound (IN MEMORIAM 1915-2009)

In 1941 a 26-year-old Les Paul fashioned a solid body guitar he dubbed "The Log." It was the foundation of what is still the gold-standard of electric guitars.

Aug 13th, 2009 | 77 comments | 38,763 Views
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Les Paul: Career Timeline

"The Wizard of Waukesha" took up his first instrument, a harmonica, at age eight. By 13, he was performing. Here are some highlights from his life and career.

Jul 11th, 2007 | 7 comments | 7,185 Views
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