Dave Grohl, Led Zeppelin‘s John Paul Jones and Matt Bellamy of Muse, who grew up in the local area. Bellamy eventually became a majority shareholder of Manson Guitar Works in 2019, helping to steer its electric guitar design.However, the shop is set to close when its lease runs out in June.
Co-owners Hugh Manson and Adrian Ashton were hoping to retire and leave the shop in the hands of a new boss, but couldn’t find another buyer for the shop due to the current economic climate.The shop confirmed that it would be shutting in a statement posted to Facebook. “31 years ago, Hugh Manson, Adrian Ashton and Jay Henson met in a pub to discuss how they could come up with a plan to deliver the best guitar experience in the UK comprising, sales, repairs, tuition and advice.
Hugh – legendary guitar maker, Adrian – Bass Institute of Technology graduate, and Jay with a degree in music and retail experience formed a business plan on the back of a beer mat.
True story.”It continued: “31 years later after an incredibly successful journey through the music industry, remaining partners Hugh and Adrian have decided from February 1 that retirement from the shop now takes priority.
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