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Robert Johnson and Jeff Beck’s Oxblood Les Paul: Celebrating 50 Years Since Their Rolling Stones Collaboration
Guitarist and Producer Robert Johnson Reflects on Jeff Beck’s Oxblood Les Paul, 50 Years of Music History, and Upcoming Projects.
Los Angeles, United States, 11th Feb 2025, – Guitarist and producer Robert Johnson discusses his history with Jeff Beck’s OXBLOOD Les Paul guitar, (which just sold for $1,315,708) & the 50th anniversary of Beck & Johnson playing together on the Rolling Stones’ Black & Blue Sessions in Rotterdam.
In June 1972, Robert Johnson purchased a 1953 Les Paul Gold Top guitar from a local Memphis music teacher. That guitar eventually became known as Jeff Beck’s Oxblood Les Paul.
After purchasing the Les Paul, Johnson had John Evans, the former Boxtops keyboardist, modify the pickups & bridge & Tom Keckler spray painted the guitar at Strings & Things Music Store using auto-paint to match Johnson’s 1960 Oxblood shoes.
Johnson did not like the colour of the guitar & put the guitar on consignment.
On November 7th 1972, Johnson drove to Little Rock to see his friend Billy Gibbons & ZZ Top open a show for Beck, Bogart & Appice, all acquaintances of Johnson. Johnson sold Beck a 1967 Fender guitar in 1971 & had played a studio session with Beck in NYC.
Beck asked Gibbons & Johnson about any good guitars for sale. Johnson replied that he had seventeen, including the Oxblood Les Paul at Strings & Things.
Beck had a friend take him to Strings & Things the next day. Beck loved the Oxblood Les Paul & his manager bought it.
On January 31st 1975, Johnson saw Jeff Beck and the Oxblood Les Paul together. Johnson & Beck had both been invited to a recording session with The Rolling Stones in Holland, unaware that the other would be attending. Jagger invited Johnson & Richards invited Beck, but neither told the other. Beck’s primary guitar at the session was the Oxblood Les Paul. Beck & Johnson played on several tracks. Neither Johnson nor Beck could have imagined that the guitar would sell for 1.3 million dollars. Beck & Johnson played together for 2 days.
From 1970-1976, Johnson sold guitars to British & American Rock Stars including, Marc Bolan, Robbie Krieger, Andy Powell & Ted Turner (Wishbone Ash), Rory Gallagher, Leslie West, Ronnie Montrose, John Entwistle & over 100 guitars to Guitar Village & Top Gear in London.
Johnson is currently producing Billy Gibbons on the missing 1971 Albert King Stax record album, featuring the Muscle Shoals Swampers. Johnson is also remixing a live 1973 Lynyrd Skynyrd recording he engineered in Memphis. Both projects will be released by Regent Sound Records in the Summer of 2025. Johnson is also working with Gail Clifton, Little Anthony, Ann Wilson & Tanya Tucker interviewed by writer-musician
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DuoKey to Unveil Encrypted Financial Intelligence Use Case at GISEC Global 2025: A Breakthrough in Fraud Detection Powered by Fully Homomorphic Encryption and MPC-based KMS
Dubai, UAE, 2nd May 2025, ZEX PR WIRE, Cloud security leader DuoKey will unveil its groundbreaking use case for encrypted financial intelligence at GISEC Global in Dubai next week. Designed to address the challenges of fraud detection and regulatory compliance, this approach, which combines Fully Homomorphic Encryption (FHE) and Multi-Party Computation (MPC)-based Key Management (KMS), allows financial institutions to analyse encrypted transactions in real time without ever decrypting sensitive data.
In a global financial landscape where illicit transactions exceed $2 trillion annually and compliance fines topped $10.4 billion on a yearly basis according to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crimes, DuoKey confidential AI use case for the financial sector demonstrates how financial institutions can securely process high-risk transaction patterns, perform watchlist screening and assess customer risk profile, while preserving end-to-end encryption and maintaining jurisdictional data control.
“Traditional approaches expose data during analysis, creating systemic security gaps,” said Nagib Aouini, CEO of DuoKey. “Our use case shows how FHE and MPC-based KMS together allow financial institutions to detect fraud, meet AML obligations and collaborate securely without any compromise on data confidentiality or sovereignty.”
DuoKey financial intelligence solution enables secure collaboration between banks, regulators, and fintech providers by allowing cross-border investigation and compliance workflows without revealing underlying customer data. This addresses a longstanding roadblock to industry-wide fraud detection while complying with privacy and regulatory standards such as GDPR, FATF, and PCI DSS.
Visitors to GISEC Global will get the opportunity to explore the live use case at the DuoKey booth (D-120, Hall 6) starting on May 6 until May 8. Schedule your personalised demo at GISEC Global to see how DuoKey financial intelligence enhances fraud detection and compliance. Demonstrations include real-time transaction scoring, encrypted rule-based screening and dynamic anti money laundering (AML) analytics all with performance benchmarks that rival traditional unencrypted systems.
About DuoKey
DuoKey is an enterprise cloud security leader specialised in key management and encryption, helping businesses leverage cloud and AI capabilities with true confidence using advanced encryption technologies.
Learn more: https://duokey.com
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Construction Leader Charles Wholey Partakes in A New Online Interview: “From Foundation to Finish”
Nevada, US, 2nd May 2025, ZEX PR WIRE, Charles Wholey, a highly respected construction superintendent with deep roots in Nevada’s building industry, is the subject of a newly released feature interview titled “From Foundation to Finish: Inside the Mind of Builder Charles Wholey.” The in-depth conversation offers a compelling look into Wholey’s professional journey, leadership philosophy, and the principles that have shaped his approach to modern construction.
Known for his work on complex residential and commercial builds throughout Reno and Carson City, Wholey brings years of hands-on experience and academic achievement to his role as Construction Superintendent at LT Builders. The interview explores everything from his views on decision-making under pressure to the evolving future of sustainable construction.
“I want people to understand that construction isn’t just about the physical outcome—it’s about the people behind the project, the lessons learned, and the standards we uphold every day,” said Wholey. “This interview was a chance to talk about the values that drive me, both on and off the job site.”
The conversation touches on Charles’s background—growing up working for his father’s company, Wholey Construction—as well as his dedication to mentorship, quality control, and continuous improvement. Readers will also learn about his vision for future projects, including his dream of building sustainable, off-grid communities.
This interview positions Charles Wholey as not only a seasoned construction professional, but a thoughtful leader committed to elevating the industry.
About Charles Wholey
Charles Wholey is a construction superintendent based in Reno and Carson City, Nevada. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Construction Management from Western Nevada College, graduating summa cum laude, and has served in key roles ranging from safety officer to project manager. Outside of work, he is active in his community and a passionate supporter of environmental and youth initiatives.
To read the full interview, visit the website here.
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Mentorship Over Metrics: Marjorie Jeffrey on Redefining Leadership for Women in Marketing
Michigan, US, 2nd May 2025, ZEX PR WIRE, As marketing departments race to keep pace with AI, automation, and changing consumer expectations, senior marketing strategist Marjorie Jeffrey says the most significant transformation isn’t happening in the tools marketers use; it’s in how future leaders are developed.
According to Marjorie Jeffrey, mentorship is no longer optional. “If we want more women in leadership, we need to stop treating mentorship as a bonus and start recognizing it as core to how strong, ethical, and inclusive teams are built,” she says.
Jeffrey, who has guided dozens of companies through brand transformations and campaign strategy over the past 15 years, now dedicates a significant portion of her time to mentoring early-career marketers, especially women. She believes that creating the next generation of leadership requires intentional relationship-building, open dialogue, and systems that reward collaboration over competition.
“Marketing has evolved, but the leadership models in many organizations haven’t,” Jeffrey explains. “We’re still valuing output and volume over strategic insight and emotional intelligence. Mentorship is one of the few ways to shift that culture from the inside out.”
While women make up the majority of entry-level marketing roles, Jeffrey points out that they remain underrepresented at the top. “There’s a persistent gap between who’s doing the work and who’s getting the recognition, and that gap only widens without meaningful support structures like mentorship,” she says.
According to Jeffrey, mentorship is especially critical for women navigating industries like tech, finance, or B2B services, where leadership still skews heavily male. She believes the most effective mentors offer more than tactical advice; they provide context, validation, and space for vulnerable conversations about imposter syndrome, negotiation, and self-advocacy.
“People assume mentorship is just about sharing expertise, but often it’s about reminding someone they belong in the room,” says Jeffrey. “I’ve had mentees who were brilliant marketers but struggled to see themselves as leaders. Mentorship helps close that gap between capability and confidence.”
Jeffrey encourages companies to treat mentorship as part of their strategic planning, not a side initiative. She advocates for formal mentorship programs, cross-level collaboration, and reverse mentorship structures where junior employees can share emerging insights with senior leaders.
“If mentorship only happens casually, it stays limited to people with the right networks or personalities to ask for help,” Jeffrey explains. “We need to institutionalize it, especially if we want to foster diversity in leadership. That means giving people the time, training, and tools to mentor well.”
Jeffrey works with organizations in her consulting practice to embed mentorship into their brand cultures, tying it directly to employee retention, leadership pipelines, and internal communications. She often conducts messaging audits and internal workshops to make mentorship more actionable and accessible across teams.
“Mentorship has measurable impact,” she says. “It improves job satisfaction, accelerates career progression, and helps companies retain talent, especially during times of rapid change. Why wouldn’t we prioritize that?”
Jeffrey also emphasizes the importance of storytelling in mentorship. As someone who builds audience-first marketing strategies, she sees narrative as a powerful leadership tool. “When women in leadership share their real stories, the wins and the mistakes, it humanizes success,” she notes. “That vulnerability builds trust and makes leadership seem possible for more people.”
Outside of her client work, Jeffrey frequently speaks on inclusive messaging and brand ethics at industry conferences. She’s building a mentorship circle specifically for mid-career women marketers navigating transitions into management, entrepreneurship, or specialized strategic roles.
“There’s so much support for entry-level talent, but mid-career is where many women drop off the leadership path,” says Jeffrey. “We need to intervene there, with mentorship that’s practical, flexible, and grounded in real experiences.”
For Jeffrey, mentorship is not just a leadership responsibility. It’s a way of investing in the industry’s future. She believes that as marketing becomes more human-centric and purpose-driven, the role of mentors will become even more essential.
“The real legacy of a marketing leader isn’t just in the campaigns they run, it’s in the people they shape,” she says. “If I can help even one person lead with more clarity, confidence, and compassion, that’s the kind of impact that lasts.”
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