Gus G signs with Jackson Guitars

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Ozzy Osbourne/Firewind shredder supreme Gus G has parted ways with ESP and signed up with Jackson guitars.

"I'm beyond excited and honoured to confirm that I've joined the Jackson Guitar family," says an excited Gus G.

"We're working on new versions of my Star shape guitars that I've played for more than 12 years. Plus, the fact that my custom shop axes are built by the legendary Mike Shannon, who built Randy Rhoads' first Jackson, gives me goosebumps and takes the excitement up 10 notches!

The fact that my custom shop axes are built by the legendary Mike Shannon, who built Randy Rhoads' first Jackson, gives me goosebumps

"Thanks to the Jackson team for making things happen, and I am stoked for this new guitar chapter ahead."

"We are beyond thrilled and honoured to welcome Gus G. into the Jackson family," says equally keen Jackson Artist Relations Manager Mike Tempesta.

"His playing style, command of the instrument and dedication to the craft exemplify the type of artist that keeps the Jackson legacy alive and well. The entire Jackson team looks forward to an exciting future with the Greek Metal God!"

At least ESP can console themselves with two new signature models from Mastodon's Bill Kelliher, who left Gibson to join the Japanese guitar giant's roster earlier this month.

Michael Astley-Brown

Mike has been Editor-in-Chief of GuitarWorld.com since 2019, and an offset fiend and recovering pedal addict for far longer. He has a master's degree in journalism from Cardiff University, and 15 years' experience writing and editing for guitar publications including MusicRadar, Total Guitar and Guitarist, as well as 20 years of recording and live experience in original and function bands. During his career, he has interviewed the likes of John Frusciante, Chris Cornell, Tom Morello, Matt Bellamy, Kirk Hammett, Jerry Cantrell, Joe Satriani, Tom DeLonge, Radiohead's Ed O'Brien, Polyphia, Tosin Abasi, Yvette Young and many more. His writing also appears in the The Cambridge Companion to the Electric Guitar. In his free time, you'll find him making progressive instrumental rock as Maebe.