Podcast 543: Rhys John Stubbs

About this episode

The episode features an interview with Rhys John Stubbs, discussing his music journey and new album.

This week, we're chatting with Rhys John Stubbs, founder of UK-based Bigfoot Engineering. Rhys is best known for his effects pedals, but he just released a beautiful album of original acoustic guitar instrumentals called 'Zems.' We love it. We talk about Rhys' journey through music (and how a Fretboard Journal video with the Milk Carton Kids shaped his playing!), his love for acoustic guitars, pedal production, and so much more. https://www.bigfootengineering.com/ Listen to 'Zems': https://www.bigfootengineering.com/music.html#/ Our next Summit takes place August 20-22, 2026, at the Old Town School of Folk Music in Chicago. Register today: https://fretboardsummit.org We are brought to you by Peghead Nation: https://www.pegheadnation.com (Get your first month free or $20 off any annual subscription with the promo code FRETBOARD at checkout). Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar: https://mmguitarbar.com Mike & Mike's Substack: https://mmguitarbar.substack.com

People in this episode

Guest: Rhys John Stubbs

Topics covered

• effects pedals
• acoustic guitar
• music journey
• instrumentals
• interviews

Keywords

• guitar
• effects pedals
• acoustic music
• interview
• Zems

Sponsors

Peghead Nation, Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar, Mike & Mike's Substack

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Bigfoot Engineering, Fretboard Journal, Mike & Mike's Substack

Books & works: Zems

Places: Chicago

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