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Kim Gordon's Guitar Legacy
Kim Gordon reveals her guitar journey and influence on modern music.
In brief
Kim Gordon reveals her guitar journey and influence on modern music. Kim Gordon, Sonic Youth's bassist, launched a signature Fender Jazzmaster guitar and discusses her organic musical influences and current creative focus. Originally reported by NME.
Kim Gordon's First Guitar
Kim Gordon got her first guitar from a roommate's ex-boyfriend after a breakup in the early 1980s.
Sonic Youth's Guitar Influence
Gordon joined Sonic Youth in 1981 and switched to bass after playing guitar for a short time.
Gordon's Guitar History
She used a guitar from her first roommate's ex-boyfriend and later bought an East German Eterna model in Berlin.
Signature Fender Jazzmaster
Gordon launched a limited edition Fender Jazzmaster based on a 2008 Mexican Standard she received during Sonic Youth's South American tour.
Gordon's Musical Approach
Gordon approached music as a visual artist first, never considering herself a musician despite her influence on modern music.
Gordon's Current Album
Her latest album 'Play Me' features beat-driven, trip-hoppy tracks rather than rock music.
Gordon's Creative Process
Gordon doesn't play guitar live for her album but collaborates with guitarist Sarah Register on improvisational songs.
Gordon's Future Plans
Gordon hasn't decided on her next creative move but plans to tour in Mexico, Hong Kong, Japan, and Salt Lake City in 2027.
Gordon's Political Views
Gordon warned of Trump's impact and capitalism's end in 2019, now seeing worsening inequality and AI threats.
What matters most
Kim Gordon, Sonic Youth's bassist, launched a signature Fender Jazzmaster guitar and discusses her organic musical influences and current creative focus.
