Brian Setzer

Thomas V. “TV” Jones is a renowned pickup designer, luthier, and founder of TV Jones, Inc., recognized worldwide for advancing the art and science of electric guitar tone. Born and raised in Southern California, not far from where his NAMM Oral History interview was recorded in Anaheim, Tom’s fascination with guitars began at age 13 when his parents bought him a used instrument. Curious about how it worked, he immediately took it apart — a moment that sparked a lifelong career in repairing, building, and designing guitars. Inspired by The Beatles’ White Album and a desire to under

Brian Setzer nearly single handedly brought back the popularity of the rockabilly electric guitar sound that was first established by Scotty Moore, Elvis Presley's first guitarist.  Brian was interviewed for the NAMM Oral History program within a month of Scotty Moore's passing in the summer of 2016 and spent time recalling the influence Scotty had on him, as well as so many other musicians.  Brian also talked about the music stores he visited as a kid in New York and his long relationship with the Gretsch Company.