Meet the Eastwood Team - Mike Robinson

Name :
Michael Robinson

Job Title :
President

Where are you based :
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

How long have you worked for Eastwood :
21 years!

What’s the first guitar you ever bought (and, do you still have it) :
First guitar was a Cherry Gibson SG Replica from Japan branded El Degas. I think I got it in 1974. Sold that a LONG time ago!

What’s your favorite gear now :
Fave guitar now is the Eastwood ETB500, love the slim neck profile. Fave pedal is the VALCO Bloodbuzz into my Magnatone Varsity Reverb. I'm also getting a lot of use out of my Moog Grandmother

What are your favorite bands:
So many...  the current touring lineup of Gang of Four (with David Pajo) is nailing it. For my fave music-while-I'm-working is a Biosphere Compilation. Recently released fave is Robert Forster, The Candle and the Flame as I've always been a fan of The Go-Betweens. Other bands in regular rotation in my head: Magazine, The Notwist, Orange Juice, XTC, Eric Bachmann, Lloyd Cole

Share a fun fact about yourself:
When not working hard on continuing to grow Eastwood Guitars, you'll find me playing golf 3-4 days a week. The rest of my time is spent being disappointed with the Toronto Maple Leafs. 

Describe, in detail, your ideal morning beverage :
I really like Lapsang Souchong Loose Leaf Smoky Tea. Discovered this when visiting a cousin in Brisbane AUS about 6 years ago. Not for everyone!