Legendary Maphis Style Guitar Picker

Brian Lonbeck

MISSION STATEMENT

The Mission Statement of this, the official website for Brian Lonbeck, is to not only showcase Brian’s talent, but to share the story behind him and his early commitment to the Maphis/ Mosrite sound which has earned him the right to the term “Legendary” which is used as an adjective to describe this unbelievably talented man. Please, come inside……

Excerpt from February 2007 Issue of Guitar Player Magazine Entitled "101 Forgotten Greats and Unsung Heroes" (Feature Cover Story)

BRIAN LONBECK - "A teenage hotshot with Barbara Mandrell in the 60's, Lonbeck was fortunate enough to study at the feet of country guitar colossus, Joe Maphis. This has made Lonbeck the pre-eminent torch-bearer of Maphis' blazing, groundbreaking style. Lonbeck is also a stupefyingly good Travis picker, although he uses a flatpick instead of the Merle-approved thumbpick. Deke Dickerson's Guitar Geek Festival 2004-2006 DVD's are currently the best way to see Lonbeck's amazing 6-string ability. Go to guitarplayertv.com and see for yourself."