Snowden Guitars will be at the Gingerbread Jam this Saturday, December 10th

If you're looking for a cool gift for the musician in the family, come check out my Cigar Box Guitars this weekend at the Gingerbread Jam. This is an indoor event Saturday, the 10th from noon til 8 pm. Along with my Cigar Box Guitars, CD's & Tshirts, there will be other artists so you're sure to find gifts for everyone on your list.
http://www.gingerbreadjam.com/

Mike Snowden will be performing at Wild Wings in Marietta

http://www.wildwingcafe.com/our-locations/marietta-ga.php

Mike Snowden will be performing this Saturday the 12th at Wild Wings in Marietta. There will be a Chili Cook-off and live music all throughout the day. Mike will be performing around 1:30 til 5:30. Make plans to come out & enjoy the day.

Mike Snowden at Atlantic Station Friday evening November 4th

I will be performing this Friday, November 4th at Atlantic Station from 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Come hang out & enjoy the music. You can also do some shopping in the markets located throughout Atlantic Station.

Snowden Guitars will be at the Dunwoody Music Festival

Snowden Guitars will have several Cigar Box Guitars as well as CD's and tshirts this weekend at the Dunwoody Music Festival.

Mike Snowden in the October issue of The Roswell Current

www.theroswellcurrent.com
Video on the main page & article is on page 15

Mike Snowden performs tonight (Friday, the 30th) at Atlantic Station

I will be performing tonight (Friday the 30th) at Atlantic Station from 7 pm til 8 pm. Come hang out, walk around Atlantic Station & enjoy the nice weather & cool music. Free & outdoors.
http://www.atlanticstation.com/events.php

Snowden Guitars now has a subscription list

Something new: Subscribe to Snowden Guitars email list by going to our website. The home page has the sign up form. This is something new for Snowden Guitars. Right now, we are planning on no more than 1 email a month with all the updates in one email...events, new guitars, videos, etc.
www.snowdenguitars.com

Freebie Friday - Snowden Guitars sticker

Freebie Friday: Help, I need CD Reviews. Receive a Snowden Guitars sticker when you review one of my CD's. To receive sticker, simply write a review & post on one of the websites where the CD is being sold (amazon, Lastfm, spotify, CDbaby, itunes, zune.....). Email or message me to let me know you've posted the review. Also include the address in the message/email of where you would like sticker mailed. Review all theree (3) CD's & receive 3 stickers.

Mike Snowden performing at SweetWater Brewery this evening

If you need a reason to stop by SweetWater Brewery, then here's a good one. Mike will be performing this evening from 5:30 to 7:30. Stop by & enjoy some music & good beer.

http://www.sweetwaterbrew.com/

Snowden Gutiars at Sandy Springs Festival this weekend (the 17th & 18th)

Set-up & ready to go at the Sandy Springs Festival. I've got a few guitars on display including a few I just finished within the past 2 days. I've got a 'Flying Pig' Cigar Box Guitar that looks awesome. Come check 'em out.

Another Freebie Friday for Snowden Guitars

Freebie Friday: Free shipping when you purchase a "Got CBG" T-shirt. To take advantage of this offier, go to Snowden Guitars website, click the Shirts tab (at the top), click on Add to Cart and follow the steps. Does not apply to international shipping. This offer is only available through Snowden Guitars website. Available sizes: Adult small - 3xl $15.00

Freebie Friday - Free shipping

Free shipping when you purchase one (or all) of Mike's CD's. To take advantage of this offier, go to Snowden Guitars website, click the Music tab (at the top), click on Add to Cart and follow the steps. Does not apply to international shipping. This offer is only available through Snowden Guitars website. Three (3) CD's available.

Mike Snowden at Atlantic Station - Friday, September 2nd

Had a great time performing at Atlantic Station this past weekend. Great set-up and cool area.

Cocobolo Wood for Cigar Box Guitars

Bought some different wood for the next batch of Cigar Box Guitars I'm working on. Check it out. Cocobolo wood. I think it's gonna make a sharp lookin' Cigar Box Guitar. What cha' think? I'll post pictures when the next batch is complete.

The Ashton Cigar Box Guitar by Snowden Guitars

A little bit of info on the box which made a sharp lookin' guitar. The Aston VSG (Virgin Sun Grown) cigars were unveiled in 1999 and has become one of the companies most successful products. In looking into the history of Ashton VSG Cigars......, a few adjectives appeared to show up as words I would use to describe this CBG......unforgettable richness, balanced, potent...check out the photos in this album. $250. Can be purchased on snowdenguitars.com

The Red Punch Cigar Box Guitar - Plays, Looks & Sounds AWESOME!

The Red Punch
$250


Electric Cigar Box Guitar
25 inch scale
pizeo pickup
18 frets
Gloss finish on neck
Bamboo wood inlay fret markers
White Plastic side dot markers
Gummy Cherry neck
Walnut fret board
Walnut and fret wire bridge
Walnut heel
Strap Buttons
3 string Cigar Box Guitar
Tuned to open G (GDG)


This Punch cigar box makes a super cool cigar box guitar. This cigar box guitar has a Great Delta Blues sound! Excellent action on the strings for slide or finger pickin.

Mike Snowden performing at Piedmont Park Arts Festival

http://www.piedmontparkartsfestival.com/information.html


I will be performing today at the Piedmont Park Arts Festival at 2:00. Piedmont Park is a great place to come & hang out....picnic, listen to music, people watch......There will be several artists displaying their work. Come and check it out.

New T-shirt design added to Snowden Guitars "Tribal Chicken"

This screen printed t-shirt features "Tribal Chicken Snowden Cigar Box Guitar logo" on the front. Super soft American Apparel 3.7 oz. 50% poly/50% cotton
t-shirt with a slightly scooped neckline, baby rib cotton stretchable collar for increased comfort & durability, reinforced shoulder construction durable double needle bottom hem.

Shirt Color: Heather Black
Ink Color: White

Check out the 'shirts' page on www.snowdenguitars.com

Mike Snowden will be performing this Saturday the 20th at the Piedmont Park Arts Festival

http://www.piedmontparkartsfestival.com/information.html

Make plans to hang out in Piedmont Park this Saturday (the 20th). I will be performing at 2:00 followed by Kitty Wolf. I will also have a few Cigar Box Guitars on display. Look forward to seeing you there.

Snowden Guitars will be at Atlantic Station today (Sunday the 14th)

http://atlanticstation.com/half-street-artists-market.php

Snowden Guitars will be located in front of Rosa Mexicano Restaurant. Stop by & check out the Cigar Box Guitars.

Marietta Artists Market - 9:00 a.m til Noon today (Saturday the 13th)

Looking forward to a good day at the Marietta Square Artists Market. Stop by and say 'Hi'.
9:00 a.m. - noon.
You can also check out the Marietta Farmers Market. The farmers market has lots of fresh vegetables, fruit, flowers, cheese, salsa.....

Fun Weekend for Snowden Guitars

Snowden Guitars has a full weekend. Saturday (the 13th) @ Marietta Artists Market in Marietta Square & Sunday (the 14th) at 1/2 Street Market in Atlantic Station. Both will be fun times.
We have a few new guitars as well as a new t-shirt design to show off. Come check us out.

Snowden Guitars will be at Marietta Artists Market this Saturday (the 13th)

https://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/pages/Marietta-Square-Artists-Market/181901501840627


Make plans to stop by the Artists Market and the Marietta Farmers Market this Saturday (the 13th). Snowden Guitars will be in the Artists Market for the first time.

Music by Mike Snowden in an episode of The Garage by Steve Butler

http://stevebutlerfurniture.blogspot.com/2011/07/episode-four-cigar-box-guitar.html

The Garage is a show about being creative and making objects hosted by Steve Butler. On a recent episode he builds a Cigar Box Guitar (check out the above link). The show is mainly shown in the the upper northeast however I am told a local Fulton station has 'picked' up the show. Episodes can also be seen on youtube. Let me know if anyone 'comes across' the segment. The show is on public access channels.

Cigar Box Guitars added to the website.

Added a few Cigar Box Guitars to the website. Old 3 Holes is a 'good one' created from a Cohiba Cigar Box. The Old 3 holes Cohiba Cigar Box Guitar has a killer tone! The fret board has a nice walnut and maple combination of wood... Looks, plays and sounds great!
Check out www.snowdenguitars for more Cigar Box Guitars.

Performing tonight (Saturday the 30th) at Acworth Fish Camp

Drop by the Acworth Fish Camp this evening (Satruday the 30th) for Great food, Cold drinks and plenty Cigar Box Guitar music. I will be performing around 8:30 this evening. Hope to see you there http://www.acworthfishcamp.com/

Updated information on Snowden Guitar's website...Finally. Check it out!

Mike Snowden handcrafts unique cigar box guitars out of discarded cigar boxes and high quality exotic hard woods. Each cigar box guitar is meticulously produced from his Marietta shop. With over 300 cigar box guitars made to date, his love for all types of music is built into every cigar box guitar. Each cigar box guitar has its own unique tone, feel and look. Mike specializes in three and four string electric cigar box guitars that are easy and fun to play. Whether you are a beginner or a long time picker these instruments provide hours of musical possibilities. If you are looking for a unique gift or if you are a musician looking for some inspiration, Mike Snowden’s cigar box guitars will provide hours of enjoyment.
Mike Snowden has played guitar and electric bass guitar for over twenty years and has several studio recordings to his credit. He enjoys playing live shows with his cigar box guitars and currently has three CDs featuring his original cigar box guitar music.
Mike Snowden's first self-released record "Summer in the Fields - Cigar Box Guitar Instrumentals is a collection of all original instrumental songs written by Mike Snowden and performed on his Cigar Box Guitars. Mike's next record "The Legend of Boondock Jones and his Faithful Cigar Box Guitar" is also a collection of original songs written by Mike Snowden and performed on his Cigar Box Guitars. Join Boondock Jones on a journey through the American South on this collection of songs.
Mike Snowden’s latest cigar box guitar album is now available. Cigar Box Guitar STOMP is a collection of ten original songs written and performed live in the studio by Mike Snowden. Each track features a three or four string cigar box guitar handcrafted by Mike Snowden. Mike also sings and plays kick and snare drum with his feet for a truly live one man band sound. If you like hard driving rockin’ blues with a roots rock attitude and a heavy slide this album is made to order. Produced, Engineered and Mixed by Tom Tapley (Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam, Sugarland etc.) at The Projector Room in Decatur, GA.
All of Mike Snowden’s music is available on itunes, Amazon, CDBaby and snowdenguitars.com. Also check out snowdenguitars.com for instructional videos, apparel, Mike’s live performance schedule and events, some really cool cigar box guitars for sale.
Cigar box guitars have given him a new outlook on music and what is possible when things are simplified. Mike fully agrees with the philosopher Nietzsche's claim that
"Life without music would be a terrible mistake."

Roots Rock Top Album!

Cigar Box Guitar STOMP in the Top Albums Roots Rock @ CDbaby.com!

THANKS!!!!

Big City Man from Cigar Box Guitar STOMP gets some airplay in Buenos Aires

Good Times Playlist 07/15/11
Every Friday Night 24pm on Arinfo
www.arinfo.com.ar

1. Michael Powers - Revolutionary Boogie (I Ain't Superstitious)
2. Mike Zito - Greyhound (Judgement Day)
3. The Mighty Mojo Prophets - Idem (Friday Night Phone Call)
4. WhiteBoy James and The Blues Express - Last Time Was The Last Time (Idem)
5. Johnny Mastro & Mama's Boys - Beautiful Chaos (Love Train #2)
6. Blue Lunch - Saxophone Shootout II (I Just Got Lucky)
7. Donn Herula - The Moon Is Rising - Songs of Robert Nighthawk (Lonesome World)
8. Mike Snowden - Cigar Box Guitar STOMP(Big City Man)
9. Rich Harper - Music Standard Time (One Man's Blues)
10. Micky Moody & Friends - Live and Rocking! (Mixed - Up Blues)

"Good Times Blue Radio Show"
Corrientes 6023 4t0. 5t0. (1414)
Buenos Aires - Argentina

Airplay on Norway Radio for Mike Snowden

http://www.radiosor.no/

Looks like I might be getting a little airplay in Norway
Bluestimen, Radio Sor, Kristiansand, Norway
Air: FM 98,6 - Web: www.radiosor.no
Host: Bjorn Wiksaas

Tuesday, July 19th, 2011 (8-10 pm gmt+1h)
Rerun: Thursday, July 21st, 2011 (9-11pm gmt+1h) on www.radiolindesnes.no
Rerun: Sunday, July 24th, 2011 (8-10pm gmt+1h) on www.radiosor.no

Chicken Coop Blues is on the playlist. #15 on a playlist of 27.

Dark Sumatra 4 Cigar Box Guitar

Electric Cigar Box Guitar
25 inch scale - pizeo pickup - 14 frets - Finger Maple Wood Neck - Walnut & Maple fret board
Walnut Wood Heel - Finger Maple & fret wire bridge - White Plastic side inlay fret markers
Bolt Nut - Strap Buttons - 4 String Cigar Box Guitar - Tuned to open G (DGBD)
This 4-string "Black Hoyo' cigar box guitar is made with a Hoyo de Monterrey cigar box. The fret board has a nice Walnut & Maple combination of wood. Cool Delta Blues tone with this CBG.

Nice lookin' Fleur de lis Cigar Box Guitar

Electric Cigar Box Guitar

25 inch scale

pizeo pickup

14 frets

Finger Maple Neck with Walnut fret board and Walnut heel

White Plastic inlay fret markers

Gloss finish on neck on & box

Bolt nut, Strap buttons

Walnut & fret wire bridge

Walnut tail

3 String Cigar Box Guitar

Tuned to open E (EBE)

This cigar box guitar is super cool.

The box is really big...14 x 7.5 x 1.5. I have made a few with these cigar boxes before but the neck would be too short because of the size of the box. To solve that problem, I have added a tail piece to move the bridge further up the box. It has 14 frets & sounds great.

Mike on CBS Better Mornings Atlanta

http://www.cbsatlanta.com/video?autoStart=true&topVideoCatNo=default&clipId=6045716


Check out the link to see my appearence. Brought several cigar box guitars in the studio!

Better Mornings Atlanta gig this a.m.

Broke a string (one of only 3) on my Cigar Box Guitar while I was playing 'live' on Better Mornings Atlanta..................but you gotta keep playin'

Snowden Guitars on Better Mornings Atlanta - Wednesday, July 13th

Atlanta: Set your DVR's for 5:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. Wednesday the 13th. I will be performing live on Better Mornings Atlanta (CBS). I will be performing on a couple of the segments as well as showing off some of my Cigar Box Guitars.
https://www.facebook.com/home.php#!/pages/Better-Mornings-Atlanta/111437092213898

Big City Man!

Check out Big City Man from Mike Snowden's new CD Cigar Box Guitar STOMP! This is recorded live with Mike playing cigar box guitar, foot drums and singing! ROCK ON!

Cigar Box Guitar - STOMP by Mike Snowden

Mike Snowden's third cigar box guitar album is now available. Cigar Box Guitar STOMP is a collection of ten original songs written and performed by Mike Snowden. Each track features a three or four string cigar box guitar handcrafted by Mike Snowden. Mike also sings and plays kick and snare drum with his feet for a truly live one man band sound. If you like hard driving rockin' blues with a roots rock attitude and a heavy slide this album is made to order. Produced, engineered and mixed by Tom Tapley (Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam, Sugarland etc....) at The Projector Room in Decatur, GA.

Tune a 3 String Cigar Box Guitar Mike Snowden

How to tune a three string cigar box guitar
Tunings for a 3-string cigar box guitar
Utilizing A,D,G strings from a set of guitar strings
Open G tuning: G-D-G
Notes are listed from low to high (bass to treble)
Now go rock out on your tuned up 3 string CBG!