JohnCovach Posted April 10, 2011 Posted April 10, 2011 There was a thread a little while ago about the current Bob Seger tour. Well, my wife and I went last night in Buffalo. It was a good show and it was nice to see Don Brewer (drums) and Craig Frost (piano) perform in the band. The opening act was a young guy from Battle Creek named Frankie Ballard. He did a nice set lasting maybe 30 minutes. His main guitar was a black 157, while his rhythm guitarist was playing a white 535. Toward the end of the set he pulled out a 357. I had to double-check with the binoculars, as well as by checking photos on his website. It's nice to see those Heritage guitars in action in front of an arena crowd, even if they would have sounded better in a smaller venue. Which reminds me, why did anybody ever think a hockey arena was a good place for a musical concert--but that's a topic for another day.
brentrocks Posted April 10, 2011 Posted April 10, 2011 Oh yeah. Frankie is a new young Heritage endorser. He rocks!
kbp810 Posted April 10, 2011 Posted April 10, 2011 My wife is a big fan of Frankie's... and all this time I never realized he was a Heritage endorser! Now I'm not a big Country Music fan, but must agree that he does indeed rock!
MichYank Posted April 10, 2011 Posted April 10, 2011 I grew up in Battle Creek. Glad to see a home-boy do well!
blueox Posted April 11, 2011 Posted April 11, 2011 Frankie Ballard is an up-and-comer. He does country, but also rock and some blues, so he's well diversified. Maybe his use of Heritage products will also influence someone in the Seger band. Bob himself used to use a G Firebird.
FredZepp Posted April 11, 2011 Posted April 11, 2011 Frankie tells the story of his 357 here That is a great find..... a really nice video about the 357..featuring Marv Lamb. But I can't find a way to post just the video here.. Frankie and his H-357 from Heritage Guitars>>>>>>>>>>
koula901 Posted April 11, 2011 Posted April 11, 2011 Everybody needs a 357. yes, I know, please don't remind me!
Guest HRB853370 Posted April 11, 2011 Posted April 11, 2011 There was a thread a little while ago about the current Bob Seger tour. Well, my wife and I went last night in Buffalo. It was a good show and it was nice to see Don Brewer (drums) and Craig Frost (piano) perform in the band. The opening act was a young guy from Battle Creek named Frankie Ballard. He did a nice set lasting maybe 30 minutes. His main guitar was a black 157, while his rhythm guitarist was playing a white 535. Toward the end of the set he pulled out a 357. I had to double-check with the binoculars, as well as by checking photos on his website. It's nice to see those Heritage guitars in action in front of an arena crowd, even if they would have sounded better in a smaller venue. Which reminds me, why did anybody ever think a hockey arena was a good place for a musical concert--but that's a topic for another day. AMEN! Your last sentence is EXACTLY why I choose to NOT go see Bob Seger at Phillips Arena. Hockey Arenas are for hockey, not concerts. Glad you saw some Heritages on the stage. I would bet a very small minority in attendance would even know or understand exactly what a Hertitage guitar is.
cook Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 Cool video. That guitar is sweet. For Christmas I gave my assistant at work Frankie Ballard tickets. She was crushed when she got sick and couldn't go, but her mom enjoyed the show!
High Flying Bird Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 Frankie tells the story of his 357 here Tot, I never knew the Firebird was a "Southern Rock" thing. I have never been a big fan of southern rock so you will have to excuse me for that. The weird thing is that the biggest redneck from the deep south on the HOC just had to have one of these guitars. I guess he pegged us/me. I had to have the 357. Built by a southerner no less, Marv Lamb. The brother's and the Mexicans like the spinner rims and we laugh at that but when the idea of a 357 enters a rednecks brain our eyes light up...... There is no good reason to buy a guitar shaped like this but damn if I didn't have to get one. Take away my confederate flag, my fried chicken, mashed taters and mullet hair cuts but step away from that 357.....
JackBaruth Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 I don't know, Bird... I was born in Brooklyn and I've never lived anywhere farther south than Washington, DC, but I'm really looking forward to MY 357!
DetroitBlues Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 yes, I know, please don't remind me! No kidding!
totonka Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 Tot, I never knew the Firebird was a "Southern Rock" thing. I have never been a big fan of southern rock so you will have to excuse me for that. The weird thing is that the biggest redneck from the deep south on the HOC just had to have one of these guitars. I guess he pegged us/me. I had to have the 357. Built by a southerner no less, Marv Lamb. The brother's and the Mexicans like the spinner rims and we laugh at that but when the idea of a 357 enters a rednecks brain our eyes light up...... There is no good reason to buy a guitar shaped like this but damn if I didn't have to get one. Take away my confederate flag, my fried chicken, mashed taters and mullet hair cuts but step away from that 357..... Bird, your 357, without question, is one of the most beautiful guitars I've ever seen. And JackBaruth, I think it was yours that Marv was building last month when I was there at Heritage, but the light in his eyes when he talked about it was special. He is very proud of each one he builds, so I know you will have a very special guitar. Southern rock or not, the 357 is a looker.
DeLorean Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 There will soon be another H357 out here in the wild. It should be in the finish room this week, knowing it is that close makes the wait a bit harder. They (Marv and Ren) sent me a few in progress photos last week, so at least I can stare at those a bit. Yes, I will post a photo or two when it arrives (and maybe a few of some of my other Heritages...).
koula901 Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 Bird, your 357, without question, is one of the most beautiful guitars I've ever seen. And JackBaruth, I think it was yours that Marv was building last month when I was there at Heritage, but the light in his eyes when he talked about it was special. He is very proud of each one he builds, so I know you will have a very special guitar. Southern rock or not, the 357 is a looker. Yes. I say, we all work hard to put a sparkle in Marv's eyes! : )
fxdx99 Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 Thanks for the alert, John. I watched a few clips on youtube of Seger from his March 26 show - he's sounding in pretty good voice, band is tight. Nice stage setup and lighting. Thanks for the link on Ballard's 357, Totonka - good watch! I've never paid 'birds much attention until seeing the recent Heritage examples, which have up'd the lust factor significantly. Looking forward to pics of yours, DeLorean! Pondering on one thing, tho... when did Michiganders get such a southern drawl in their accent?
pegleg32 Posted April 12, 2011 Posted April 12, 2011 Man, that is a great vid on the 357. What a neat guitar. I didn't realize it was that difficult to find the proper wood.
jarrodsturgis Posted October 25, 2011 Posted October 25, 2011 As Frankie's former bass player and current friend, I will have to say that the 357 was not easy to get out of Marv's hands. But, Frankie does love that guitar. The tone is amazing and the looks are 100% classic.
NoNameBand Posted October 25, 2011 Posted October 25, 2011 Frankie tells the story of his 357 here Great story. I just listened to it. Good guitar player and I love the 357 icon he wants airbrushed on his guitar. I hope he does well and I'm glad he plays Heritage guitars.
NoNameBand Posted October 25, 2011 Posted October 25, 2011 By the way, for those of you that seem to be unhappy with SD '59 pups, this guy makes them sound great. I wonder what his rig includes?
kidsmoke Posted October 25, 2011 Posted October 25, 2011 sweet video. All just makes me go and hug my 535, and dream a little dream. Thanks for sharing!!
jarrodsturgis Posted October 25, 2011 Posted October 25, 2011 His rig consists of Mesa Boogie head and speakers. Usually 2 of them side by side. I know that he used a jekyl and hyde overdrive and a mild compressor. Most of his tone was simply in his fingers tough. That guy can make a first act guitar sound good.
Guest HRB853370 Posted October 25, 2011 Posted October 25, 2011 As Frankie's former bass player and current friend, I will have to say that the 357 was not easy to get out of Marv's hands. But, Frankie does love that guitar. The tone is amazing and the looks are 100% classic. Who are you playing bass with nowadays?
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