Danny Knapp Joins the Sandberg Guitars Artist Family

Artist Overview Sandberg Guitars, including Danny Knapp

California musician and professional bass player Danny Knapp — known to fans as The Melonhead — has officially joined the Sandberg Guitars artist roster. This endorsement recognizes Knapp’s long-standing relationship with the brand and his reputation as one of Southern California’s most dedicated and versatile bassists.

For years, Sandberg basses have been an essential part of Knapp’s tone and stage presence. His primary instrument, the Sandberg California VM5, has become a defining element of his sound both live and in the studio. “The first time I plugged in a Sandberg, it just clicked,” Knapp explains. “The tone, the feel, the response — it felt like the instrument already knew what I wanted to say.”

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Maiden United Rocks Garden Amp on Halloween Night

Maiden United tribute band at Garden Amp on Halloween 2025

Halloween night brought thunder, theatrics, and pure heavy metal energy as Maiden United, Southern California’s renowned Iron Maiden tribute band, delivered a powerhouse performance at Garden Amp in Garden Grove, CA.

Fans packed the amphitheater for a night of galloping bass lines, dual-guitar harmonies, and classic Iron Maiden anthems performed with precision and passion. From the opening riffs of “Murders in the Rue Morgue” to the epic finale of “Hallowed Be Thy Name,” the crowd was on its feet, singing every word.

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