Robbie Gladwell
Robert 'Robbie' Gladwell, otherwise known as Dr Robert is a rock and blues guitarist, luthier, and music journalist[1] from London, UK. He has been described as "one of Suffolk's most renowned musicians.[2]
Music career
Gladwell has played with numerous bands in the past 50 years and currently plays lead guitar for Steve Harley and Cockney Rebel. He has also played alongside musical artist Twink.
On his website, Gladwell claims to have worked in sessions and toured with The Rolling Stones, BB King, Suzi Quatro, Percy Sledge, Little Eva and to have shared stages with Dave Gilmour and Tom Jones.
Gladwell has worked as a consultant for Gibson Guitars and writes regular features for 'Guitarist' Magazine.[1] He has also designed a guitar for Vintage.[1]
Gladwell currently runs a custom guitar workshop from Sudbury in Suffolk, UK.
Books
Gladwell has written and published a number of books on guitar repairs and customizing:
- Guitar Electronics and Customizing (1994)
- Studio Recording Guitar Basics - Four Pack (2002)
- Basic Kit Repair (2010)[3]
Personal life
Gladwell married singer-songwriter Sheri Kershaw in 1970, but the couple later divorced.[4]
References
- 1 2 3 Vinnicombe, Chris. "Vintage announces Robbie Gladwell signature electric". Music Radar. Retrieved 24 October 2013.
- ↑ "Robbie and friends to rock theatre for charity". Spirit of Sudbury. Retrieved 24 October 2013.
- ↑ Robbie Gladwell, retrieved 19 June 2016
- ↑ Kershaw, Sheri. "sherikershaw.com". sherikershaw.com. Web. Retrieved 3 July 2013.