From Garage Bands to Gibson: Mike Lawson’s Wild Ride Through the Music Industry

In this episode of The Tone Mob Podcast, Blake Wyland sits down with Mike Lawson—musician, publisher, gear designer, and all-around music industry lifer. From his early days jamming in Florida to shaping the future of music education and publishing, Mike's career has spanned decades of innovation, reinvention, and pure love for the craft.

They dive deep into the golden era of guitar shops, the digital revolution that transformed music production, and Mike’s time working with giants like Quincy Jones, Gibson Guitars, Hal Leonard and a whole lot more!

Plus, hear about the creation of his signature guitars with Pearl River, his favorite pedals, and—of course—his go-to pizza toppings.

Whether you’re a gear nerd, a publishing pro, or just love a good behind-the-scenes music story, this one’s packed with insight, nostalgia, and plenty of laughs.

🎧 Tap in for stories, riffs, and real talk from a man who’s done it all—and yet still finds more to do!

Check out more info on Mike HERE https://mikelawson.com/

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