Why Joe Bonamassa Said NO to ‘Greeny’ | Collecting Vintage Guitars & His New Album | Interview

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Whether it's releasing new music, reuniting legendary lineups, launching ambitious side projects, or chasing down rare six-string treasures, Joe Bonamassa is a man who's used to burning the candle at both ends—but in 2025, he melts the whole damn thing down. With a blockbuster new album, 'Breakthrough' (out now worldwide), and a live calendar packed with everything from seven-piece rock shows and orchestral spectacles to a long-awaited Black Country Communion reunion tour—and a deeply personal tribute concert to Rory Gallagher to kick off the summer.

Joe takes some time from his relentless schedule to talk with Guitar Interactive's Jonathan Graham about the stories behind his most beloved guitars, why he passed on owning "Greeny," which axes are built for the road and which deserve museum glass, and how he handles the modern internet gauntlet.

Interview Chapters

00:00 – Ernie Ball Guitar Strings
1:42 – Joe's busy schedule
3:55 – Expectation and criticism on social media
7:25 – Challenges of performing with an orchestra
9:02 – The story behind the 'Bonnie' Strat
12:47 – What makes a guitar worth adding to your collection?
13:39 – Collecting vintage instruments at age 14?
20:41 – Rare Les Paul colour from your guitar?
24:05 – Becoming a guitar historian
26:32 – Why did Joe pass on buying ‘Greeny’?
26:40 – Did Joe Bonamassa like how ‘Greeny’ played?
28:06 – Museum pieces vs player guitars?
31:00 – Country/Americana influences on ‘Breakthrough’?
31:44 – Memories of playing BB King's Lucille

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