Paul Nelson & Music Man Guitars featured on Grammy-Nominated Johnny Winter Album

LOS ANGELES (EMI/Virgin/ www.paulnelsonguitar.com) - Ernie Ball Music Man endorsed artist Paul Nelson is featured on the new Grammy-Nominated Johnny Winter album, 'I'm a Bluesman," (Virgin/EMI) nominated for Best Contemporary Blues Album. Nelson utilizes his Music Man Silhouette Special and Axis guitars on many key tracks.

Nelson said he relies on Music Man guitars because of their versatility. 'I play in many different musical situations, be it on tour or in the studio, and I find that the Silhouette Special offers me a wide variety of essential great tones" he said, 'This allows me to feel more in touch with whatever style I'm playing and that's why I love these guitars."

Nelson also penned three tunes on the new Winter album, including the title track, I'm a Bluesman, as well as Shakedown and Pack your Bags. 'I wanted to craft the songs around Johnny Winter's lifestyle," said Nelson, 'I'm a Bluesman is a theme song for blues guitarists who are struggling to make it, and for players who already have."

Nelson is a guitarist's guitarist who works with some of the best in the industry. Millions have heard his guitar music nationally on NBC, TNN, UPN and worldwide on countless recordings, DVD, in books. and at clinics. Much more on Nelson and his critically acclaimed solo CD "LOOK" can be found at: www.paulnelsonguitar.com.