Subwoofer Alert! You might want to turn down your subwoofers because when Jack Gardiner speaks, he brings all the bass you need! But if you choose to keep them on, watch out—they might just explode! 🎸 In this latest episode of "Sixty Scales and the Truth," I had the pleasure of sitting down with the incredibly talented Jack Gardiner during the Guitar Summit in Mannheim. We shared some great laughs and dug deep into his journey as a musician. One of the things I truly value while making this podcast series is how openly my guests talk about their life experiences. Jack, despite coming from a musical family, had to make some tough decisions to carve out his path as a professional guitarist—a choice that wasn't always encouraged. Throughout the interview, Jack offers an honest perspective on the struggles of being an artist, the influence of his working-class roots, and how the mentorship from guitarists like Tom Quayle shaped his playing and musical approach. We explore his take on improvisation, the role of muscle memory, and finding that elusive "zen" moment on stage. Plus, Jack gives us a sneak peek into his upcoming album and his exciting collaborations with various talented musicians.