Last week I mentioned Power Gig: Rise of the SixString, a game/guitar combo that appears to take a slightly new approach to music-game gameplay and a very new approach to controllers — that is to say, it uses what’s basically a real guitar.

If that sounds interesting to you, you’ll probably be interested in this piece in the Chicago Tribune. It doesn’t include much in the way of new info, but it does mention something about the manufacturer that makes me think this is more than a shot-in-the-dark experiment:

Seven45 has the advantage of being owned by the same people who own First Act, a line of affordable, introductory-level musical instruments and accessories sold at Wal-Mart, Target and other major retailers, potentially giving “Power Gig” a foot in the door to a mass audience.

So there’s experience — and perhaps more importantly, money — behind this project, which is a promising sign.

Looking for more? There’s not much out there at the moment; Joystiq posted a trailer the other day, but it’s completely devoid of any gameplay footage. I’m hoping to get a look at this thing in person at PAX East next week, whereupon I will divulge every bit of info I can wring out of the experience. Just for you.