40 Ed Gerhard Guitar connoisseurs have long appreciated Ed’s skill and songwriting. We talk to a man who lets the guitar, not the technique, do the talking. 28 Sound of The Sirens With their close harmonies, powerful original material, crisp acoustic guitars and a home- made stompbox, stardom surely beckons … 30 Lauren O’Connell Launched to stardom via YouTube. 43 Todd Snider Todd Snider’s reputation as one of Nashville’s maverick sons might at times be dangerous, but as he tells Julian Piper, he wouldn’t want it any other way. ACOUSTIC ISSUE 56 AUGUST 2011 06 ACOUSTIC MAGAZINE AUGUST 2011 46 Martha Tilston We get an update from Martha. © S t a c i e H u c k e b a D a n M e r l o t P h o t o g r a p h y © P h o t o b y C e r y s R i v e t t 20 Listen to something new RETUNE YOUR EARS 3 4 SANDI THOM With a Farida Signature guitar and a new musical direction, Sandi Thom explains to Julian Piper how she’ s put Tooting behind her and found the blues. 32 Ben Montague With airplay on Radio 2 and slots at high prole festivals and concerts, this is a man to watch.
