The Axe Lords crank it up this week with Mike Hickey, former in-house shredder for Venom, Carcass, Cathedral, and Cronos; guitar tech to the stars, and legendary gear hunter. Known as one of the world's leading Charvel historians, Mike dishes out his wisdom to the crew, trading stories of daring feats of guitar acquisition, the great Kahler-Floyd Rose debate, and how signature models have changed the guitar market. Mike also takes Dave, Cindy, and Tom for a stroll amongst the towering pillars of Grover Jackson's legacy. And, of course, there's plenty of praise for number one Charvel ambassador, Warren DeMartini.

Mike Hickey has played guitar with artists as far-ranging as Daryl Hall & John Oates, to British metal legends Venom and Carcass. He was also the bassist with Cathedral for their Ethereal Mirror Tour. He has been a contributor to Guitar Player and is currently Joe Bonamassa’s guitar tech.

Axe Lords is hosted by Dave Hill, Cindy Hulej and Tom Beaujour.

Produced by Studio Kairos. Executive Producer is Kirsten Cluthe. Edited by Justin Thomas (Revoice Media). Engineered by Patrick Samaha. Recorded at Kensaltown East. Artwork by Mark Dowd. Theme music by Valley Lodge.

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