The Oral History of Guitar Hero

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The Oral History of Guitar Hero

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Jan 29, 2021

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This week we have special guest Blake Hester to talk about the oral history of Guitar Hero now live on the site. Rob hosts as they discuss the Red Octane/Harmonix split, manufacturing plastic instruments, and more tidbits about the history of Guitar Hero that were left on the cutting room floor.
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Jan 29, 2021

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The Oral History of Guitar Hero

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