S3E19 - Everyone needs a Firebird w/ Robert Baker

S3E19 - Everyone needs a Firebird w/ Robert Baker

Author: 40 Watt Podcast July 20, 2023 Duration: 1:03:46

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Robert Baker is rock and roll. Loud amps, heavy guitars (both physically and tonally), and so much attitude. I love Robert's YouTube channel and have wanted to sit down and talk with him for a long time. This one got silly and I love it. Hope you enjoy this episode as well!

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did!

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Guitar Courses: https://robertbakerguitar.com/

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