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🎃 PUMPKIN PACK 🎃

DU 22 SEPTEMBRE AU 31 OCTOBRE
Pour tout achat d’un Pack 4 Vinyles, 3 Vinyles et 2 Vinyles, nous glissons un exemplaire du vinyle « I Was Ready » couleur Orange marbré dans la pochette du Vinyle original (ancien pressage en état de marche mais comportant un léger craquement sur la piste 1 recto verso) - 100 ex seulement, jusqu’à épuisement des stocks.

AND ON TOP OF THAT…

The first 10 orders over 100 euros (excluding shipping) will receive a free NC & The Freshtones GOLD LOGO T-shirt and a BOZEMAN RECORDS tote bag. We will contact you by email as soon as we receive your order to find out your size.

NEWS

  • Interview with Shavo Odadjian (bassist for SYSTEM OF A DOWN)

    Get a behind-the-scenes look at the SYSTEM OF A DOWN concert at the Stade de France on the Tone Factory YouTube channel.
    Interview with the band's bassist, the head of Ashdown amplifiers (Shavo's amps), and Takumi, the guitar tech.

    July 2026

  • Nico Chona in Toulouse

    Don't miss Nico and his band's concert in Toulouse after the Toulouse Vintage Expo on January 24, 2026.

    January 2026

  • SOLD OUT! New Album Release Party - LIVE at New Morning

    The launch party for the new album and tour will take place on January 8, 2026, on the legendary stage of the New Morning in Paris, with special friends and guests: Yarol Poupaud, Seb Chouard, Kamil Rustam, and Raoul Chichin, who will come to share a few songs on stage.

    October 2025

  • CLUB OPENING

    Lancement officiel du CLUB PRIVÉ ! Abonnez-vous pour accéder à des leçons de guitare hebdomadaires, des masterclasses live mensuelles, leurs replays, ainsi qu’un blog sur lequel il partagera du contenu exclusif, mais aussi des inspirations, coups de cœur, artistes à découvrir, albums à écouter, conseils divers, actualités et informations en avant-première.

    Plus d’infos en cliquant ci-dessous ou sur l’onglet LE BLUEBIRD CLUB.

    Octobre 2025

  • New single from the upcoming album SOMETIMES THE TEARS

    The first single from Nico's new album, due out on December 6, 2025, is now available on all platforms!

    September 2025

  • Nico Chona plays acoustic guitar in a cozy interior, lit by soft lighting.

    NEW ALBUM available for pre-order on ULULE - Release date: December 6, 2025

    Le nouvel album de Nico sort officiellement le 6 décembre et il est d’ores et déjà en précommande sur la plateforme ULULE. C’est un projet ambitieux qui a besoin de votre soutien, n’hésitez pas à participer à la campagne et à choisir parmi les nombreux lots exclusifs proposés !

    Septembre 2025

  • A brown leather strap placed on an aged brown wooden surface.

    Signature strap Nico Chona X Constant Bourgeois

    The result of a collaboration between the Constant Bourgeois brand and Nico Chona, this strap is made in France in the Constant Bourgeois workshops in Gétigné (44).

    Vegetable-tanned leather, old brass fittings and ring, solid brass buckle, embossed Nico Chona signature: everything is done to ensure that this strap improves with age.

    Comfortably wide at the shoulder, this strap is ideal for all types of guitar.

    It is now available in the website store.

    December 2024

  • Blue vinyl next to an album cover titled "Nico Chona & The Frestones" featuring an illustration of a gas station under a cloudy sky, with a vintage black car in a retro setting.

    A new pressing for Old Western Star vinyl

    After more than 3,000 copies sold since its release in 2020, the Old Western Star vinyl is once again available. You can order your copy in the Boutique section.

    Cover art by Alain Bertrand.
    Label Bullit Records X Nico Chona.

    September 2024

  • Nico Chona and Yarol Poupaud smile as they pose for a photo on stage.

    Interview with Yarol Poupaud on Tone Factory

    On the occasion of FFF's French tour, Nico and Dimitri met up with Yarol on stage to talk about the equipment used on the tour, video to be discovered on the channel!

    May 2024

  • Vintage beige guitar amplifier with control knobs and leather handle, Kelt brand, Bluebird Nico Chona model, on black background

    A Nico Chona signature amp from Kelt Amplification

    Nico has developed an amp with French brand KelT, the "Bluebird", a nod to his trusty Datsun Bluebird. It's based on his favorite amp, the Gretsch "Playboy", a 15-watt American amp. This model was released in 2021.

    April 30, 2024

  • Magazine page with a large photo of Rich Robinson, a rock musician, and mentions his album 'Happiness'.

    Nico interviews Rich Robinson of the Black Crowes for Guitare Xtreme Magazine

    To coincide with the release of the Black Crowes' new album "Happiness Bastards", Nico was invited by Guitare Xtreme Magazine to interview Rich Robinon, guitarist and co-founder of the Black Crowes.

    April 9, 2024

  • Nico Chona and Kamil Rustam play guitar in a room decorated with several frames on the wall, creating a warm atmosphere.

    Interview with Kamil Rustam on Tone Factory

    Nico invited his friend, guitarist Kamil Rustam, to appear on Tone Factory. Together, they retrace his career, and as you'll see, it's a whirlwind! They also talk about his new album, due for release in 2024.

    December 30, 2023

  • Nico Chona and Yarol Poupaud play guitar on stage, with a third musician in the background. The atmosphere is lively with colorful lights and a neon light panel.

    Nico Chona and Yarol Poupaud at New Morning

    Nico has been invited by Ludovic Egraz to play with Yarol Poupaud on the New Morning stage on December 04, 2023.

    December 15, 2023

  • A man is sitting on the floor in a music room, surrounded by several electric guitars, amplifiers, and various music-related items. He is wearing a black cap, a black hoodie with a denim vest, and is holding an album or book. The room is filled with musical equipment and promotional flyers.

    Endorsed by Ernie Ball since 2021

    For the 4th year running, Nico renews his contract with Ernie Ball, the legendary Californian brand of ropes and accessories!

    November 2023

  • Billy

    Billy Gibbons cover and interview for Guitare Xtreme Magazine

    Nico Chona interviewed Billy Gibbons, the legendary guitarist and founder of the band ZZ Top. A 6-page interview, available in the May 2023 issue of Guitare Xtreme magazine.

    April 28, 2023

  • Studio session with ROBBEN FORD & JM ECAY - United Guitars Vol.4

    In October 2022, Nico joined legendary guitarists Robben Ford and Jean-Marie Ecay, for a live recording session of the track "Plug In" (JM Ecay), which features on United Guitars' latest opus (out in 2023). Video available here!

    November 2022

  • Guitar Part magazine cover, featuring influencers and YouTubers in the guitar world, with images of several musicians and a section on the YouTube generation, including mentions of interviews and tutorials.

    Focus on French musicians on YouTube

    Nico and Tone Factory appear on the cover of Guitar Part alongside other Youtubers in a special feature.

    May 2022

  • Nico Chona, Kamil Rustam, Manu Katché, Laurent Vernerey, Randy Kerber, in concert in Paris with guitars, drums, keyboard on stage, 'Bus Palladium' logo in the background, colorful lighting.

    Soirée spéciale Kamil Rustam au Bus Palladium

    Nico was honored to be invited by guitarist Kamil Rustam to a private party at the Bus Palladium, sharing the stage with him, Manu Katché, Laurent Vernerey, Ludovic Louis and Randy Kerber.

    March 2022

  • Release of Modern Delta - First EP

    Vinyl available now in a limited edition 45 rpm Mono 140 gr, to be released by Bullit Records.

    January 27, 2022

  • Five men posing together in a music room with instruments in the background.

    SESSION STUDIO "Paris Wiki Jam" / WIKIDRUMMERS

    Nico was invited by Nicolas Viccaro to play his track "Screen Boy" and a Jimi Hendrix cover for Paris Wiki Jam with Laurent Vernerey, Kamil Rustam and Baptiste Brondy at Studio Soult in Paris.

    May 2021

  • A concert scene with a group of musicians on stage, a woman playing electric guitar in the center, other musicians also playing in the background, with amplifiers and stage lights.

    Guitar Part Awards 2020

    In 2020, Nico is ranked as the second best guitarist in the world, behind American guitarist Tyler Bryant.

    December 2020

  • Page from Blues Blast magazine featuring a review of the album "Nico Chona & The Freshtones" with an image of the album cover, which shows an old red pickup truck against a backdrop of trees.

    1st album review - Blues Blast Magazine

    The American reference media Blues Blast Magazine wrote a review of Nico Chona & The Freshtones' 1st album on the occasion of its release.

    February 2020