Industry Apr 14, 2026

Robben Ford's Musical Exploration

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's Musical Exploration

Robben Ford discusses his album "Two Shades Of Blues," inspired by Jeff Beck and amp builder Alexander Dumble. Ford explains that the album was his way of approaching the guitar differently, as Jeff Beck was not an early influence. He explores the Strat guitar and his Overdrive Special amplifier on the record. Originally reported by MusicRadar.