I am a guitarist working mainly in London, Essex and the South East of the UK. I have worked professionally since 2007 and my guitar parts appear on many recordings worldwide. In 2013 I recorded many of the guitars for Bibi Zhou’s Unlock album (Best Worldwide Artist at the 2014 MTV Europe Music Awards).
In 2015 I appeared alongside Brent Mason on a full length album by Estonian rockers Revolver. In 2018 I joined the award-winning Tim Manford on guitars for UK AOR act Dante Fox. We are playing a number of festival shows culminating in Hard Rock Hell VIII before commencing work on the band’s seventh album.
In 2020 I am collaborating on a full-length original album alongside drummer Scott Higham (Pendragon, Samson) and bass guitarist Seth Govan (Guthrie Govan, Robben Ford, Carl Palmer). This is slated for a 2021 release.
Media
Here is a selection of releases featuring my playing.
“I’ve worked with Don for a few years now and he is truly an incredible guitarist and singer. His attention to detail is second to none in all areas of his work. A true professional who has all the attributes you need from a pro musician. A great attitude, reliable with an amazing talent, top quality equipment and most of all a great guy to hang with! I would recommend Don for any project, album, tour or gig.”
Scott Higham – Professional Drummer/Singer
Sessions
I can work with you in person, or I can provide studio-quality guitar tracks remotely. Please get in touch using the contact form to discuss!
“Man I’m feeling good right now listening to your work. It’s the kind of stuff I was never allowed to play!”
Martin Saaremagi, Revolver online session
Articles
I’ve been lucky enough to have my thoughts published by some excellent guitar magazines/blogs recently. Check them out!
Music Radar
How To Build The Ultimate Tube Amp Rig For Sessions, Covers And Functions
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How To Choose The Right Guitar Pickups For You
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How To Record Studio-Quality Electric Guitar Tracks At Home
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8 Of The Best Single-Channel Guitar Amps For Pedals
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10 Of The Best Value Used Amp Heads
Gear Reviews
My reviews of high-end gear, especially boutique amps, seem to be gaining a following! Here they are, all in one place.
- REVIEW – BOGNER HELIOS ECLIPSEAn in-depth owner’s review of the Bogner Helios Eclipse head
- REVIEW – BOGNER ECSTASY 20TH ANNIVERSARYAn in-depth owner’s review of the Bogner Ecstasy 20th Anniversary head
- REVIEW – BOGNER ATMA 18W COMBOAn in-depth owner’s review of the Bogner Atma 18W Combo
- REVIEW – MESA/Boogie JP-2CAn in-depth owner’s review of the MESA/Boogie JP-2C
- REVIEW – MESA/Boogie Dual Rectifier RoadsterAn in-depth owner’s review of the MESA/Boogie Dual Rectifier Roadster
- REVIEW – MESA/BOOGIE Triple Rectifier 150w headAn in-depth owner’s review of the MESA/Boogie Triple Rectifier head
- REVIEW – MESA/BOOGIE MARK V 90W HEADAn in-depth owner’s review of the MESA/Boogie Mark V 90W head.
- REVIEW – SUHR MODERN PRO HHAn in-depth owner’s review of the Suhr Modern Pro HH
- REVIEW – CORNFORD MK 50HAn in-depth owner’s review of the Cornford MK 50H
- REVIEW – SOLDANO HOT ROD 100 PLUSAn in-depth owner’s review of the Soldano Hot Rod 100 Plus head
- REVIEW – BOGNER ECSTASY 101B HEADAn in-depth owner’s review of the Bogner Ecstasy 101B head.
- REVIEW – CORNFORD ROADHOUSE 30 COMBOAn in-depth owner’s review of the Cornford Roadhouse 30 Combo
- REVIEW – CORNFORD MK 50H IIAn in-depth owner’s review of the Cornford MK 50H II head
- REVIEW – MARSHALL JVM410HJS JOE SATRIANI SIGNATURE HEADAn in-depth owner’s review of the Marshall JVM410HJS Joe Satriani signature head
- REVIEW – MARSHALL JCM 900 SL-XAn in-depth owner’s review of the Marshall JCM900 2500 SL-X head
- REVIEW – EVH 5150 III 100w HEADAn in-depth owner’s review of the EVH 5150 III 100w head
- REVIEW – BOGNER ECSTASY BLUE PEDALAn in-depth owner’s review of the Bogner Ecstasy Blue pedal
Equipment
Here is the stuff I like to use for gigs and sessions!
Suhr Modern Plus Curly HSH
Suhr Reactive Load
Taylor 714ce Acoustic Guitar
Taylor 114ce-n Nylon String Guitar
Bogner Ecstasy 101B Head
Bogner Helios Eclipse Head
Bogner 212OS Closed Back Cabinet
Bogner 112CP Closed Back Cabinet
Eventide H9 x2
Eventide/Cioks Power Factor 2
Sommer Spirit XXL patch cables
“You nailed the direction I definitely wanted to head towards with my brief”
Adam Diaz – 8Bit Orbit Records
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Sounds SUPER good. I’m going to redo my stuff for sure now. That’s what I mean – your playing is really inspiring and gives the songs a totally new level which pushes me just to the right direction.
Really cool sound and superb playing.
Martin Saaremagi – Revolver online session
