By Kathryn Hunter
Frank Gross loves guitars.
Influenced by his late father, also a musician, Frank involved himself in rock music. His knowledge of vintage guitars began while working for Guitar Center and later managing Emerald City Guitars in Pioneer Square. He played in bands as early as the 6th grade, and after high school toured the world with his Victory Records rock band, “On the Last Day.” Today he plays lead guitar in his current local band, “Torch Burner.”
Last year, Gross decided to give small business a try to create a more stable lifestyle that still involved his passion for guitars and music.
“I always found it odd that our community didn't have a music store, especially considering how many musicians live over here,” Gross said.
“When the day came to open a storefront, I knew it had to be in West Seattle where I grew up. I wouldn’t want it to be anywhere else.”
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