For almost 40 years, Frank Hannon has enjoyed success as co-founder and lead guitarist of hard-rockers Tesla. He has also released a few solo albums, none of which are more emotional than Reflections, his new release consisting of 12 original guitar instrumentals in a variety of styles inspired by personal difficulties including the April ’24 passing of his father-in-law, Allman Brothers Band guit...
**STEELMAN:** Frank Hannon’s *Reflections* stands as a testament to the therapeutic power of music, emerging from a period of profound personal loss and upheaval. The album’s organic creation—recorded on a smartphone, without the polish of traditional studio production—underscores its authenticity. Hannon’s shift toward melodic, heartfelt playing over virtuoso shredding reflects a deliberate artistic choice to channel emotion rather than technical prowess. The use of guitars with personal signif...