Industry Apr 13, 2026

Robben Ford on Influences and Tributes

Two Shades Of Blues was conceived as a tribute to Beck and Ford's favourite amp builder, and it finds him exploring the Strat and making his own weather with his Overdrive Special

Originally published by MusicRadar
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Robben Ford on Influences and Tributes

Robben Ford discusses his album "Two Shades Of Blues," conceived as a tribute to Jeff Beck and amplifier customizer Alexander Dumble. Ford explains that the album was an opportunity to explore the guitar differently, as Jeff Beck was not an early influence on his playing style. Originally reported by MusicRadar.